What's an alternative method of contraception...?

Question

that doesn't involve condoms or the Pill?? And something that's effective!

I'm getting married next year and I get a bad reaction to the Pill (it runs in my family - high blood pressure, dizziness etc) - neither of us really work with condoms but I've heard there's about 15 different types of contraceptive methods!

Answer 1

There are many options that don't involve any hormones (which seem to be your issue).

1. Sponge (has spermacide in it and it's a barrier method)
2. Plain ol' spermacide (essentially kills the sperm so they can't get farther than your cervix)
3. Diaphragm (you have to go to your GYN to get fitted for the right size. It's also a barrier so the sperm can't get through)
4. Condoms (yes, they suck, but if you don't want to use hormones, it's an option)

BTW, some IUD's (the coil thing they insert into your uterus) contain hormones are released just like the pill.

Answer 2

There is a coil that is inserted into your cervix and stays there for about five years, the mini pill, the patch, or a sort of implant that can be inserted in the underside of your upper arm. They are all pretty much as effective as the pill and with the coil and implant you dont need to worry about it till the doctor next puts one in. Im trying the mini pill at the moment cause i suffer migraines on the combined pill - thought to be imbalancement of hormones. But if it doesnt suit me i will consider some of the other methods. Your right though there are loads and these are just a few, ask you doctor to advise you on what method is best for you.

Oh and may i just give you my personal view on the injectable contraceptive? DONT DO IT! I put on nearly two stone when i tried this method and i have heard of other ppl suffering the same side effect. Like i say this is my personal experience, ask your doctor for advice!

Answer 3

Hi,
You could try the implant - which lasts about 3 years at a time, or the IUS (like a coil, but with hormone impregnated plastic) both of these are highly effective, but if it is the hormone in the pill you react to, you MAY prefer to use the standard IUD (coil) which has NO hormones, and works by stopping the egg implanting in the lining of the womb, it has the added advantage that your fertility is not affected and returns to normal as soon as you have it removed.
The nhs do a leaflet which explains all the possible choices and it has all the side effects and everything - I would ask your practise nurse for a copy, or even better, go in and have a chat - they're usually pretty clued up and helpful.

Answer 4

Hi! I have used the temperature method for a good couple of years - successful! :-) I have used a little computer device called PERSONA (purchased in Germany, surely you will find s.th. similar where you live). This device requires urine-sticks that u use on 7 days in the month to check for your ovulation time to calibrate the machine. It needs 2 months to calibrate and then will show you your RED and - YIPPPPIEEEE...GREEN days. I can really recommend this method if you are in a solid and healthy relationship but it requires dicipline and should only be used if a child would not be the end of your world.

Answer 5

There is the rhythm method which is wear you take your temperature each morning before you get out of bed and mark it on a grid....when your temp spikes your ovulating so, don't have sex during this time or use other forms of contraceptives. Spermicide foams and suppositories
The sponge
Nuvaring
IUD
birth control patch and shots
Pull out method (which rarely works)

Talk with your doctor to find out which one is going to be the best method for you.

Answer 6

Sceaming mom says...i think of the dep. shot is amazingly effectual and it lasts for 3 months. I do believe this technique however the facet effects are a *****!! i began the shot alittle after 6 weeks of having my son ( concepts you I had already lost all of my babyweight: 150lbs~ iam 5ft. seventy one/2 in. tall) when I have been given on the shot i blew up like a warm air balloon plus i breast feed my son for six months they say it rather is meant that should assist you drop pounds..no longer!!!! I havent seen a era in 2 years, I have no intercourse force, my hair is thining, etc Now having a youthful baby the no era subject is nice sized via fact honsetly with a 2year previous boy dont think of that i might have time to alter a pad lol however the undesirable facet effects kinda of out weigh the solid before everything i presumed that the load benefit i ought to stay with with the intention to no longer could handle having a era undesirable determination I definitely have a stress fracture via speedy weight benefit. Say no to depo till you have money for a large coach

Answer 7

go to www.plannedparenthood.org they have lists of every type of contraception. SInce you cannot use hormonal methods, and condoms suck (i feel your pain on that one, ugh), I'd recommend an IUD. They can be very effective and last for years! Check out the site though, lots of valuable information!

Answer 8

If I had to do it all over again I would do the persona, calendar, method and natural progesterone cream. This method seems more reliable then the pills or the coils. For an extended article see source.

Answer 9

Talk with your gynecologist about this, because of your reaction to the pill, he might suggest something like a diaphragm or IUD versus the various hormonal contraceptives.

Answer 10

Copper IUD by paragard

No Hormons, last for 10 years, can be takin out at any time by your GYN. VERY inexpenisve in the long run. Works right away, very little pain, just take ibeprofin day of.