Getting married in a few months ....think to plan family about only after an year after marriage ..... Plz let me know wat all contraceptive options i have .
If I think of taking OCP,s , how long before marriage should be most appropriate to start .?
2007-02-26 00:44:49 · 6 answers · asked by silknroutes 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
For birthcontrol pills, it is said that you should start at least a month before having sexual intercourse. So probably the right time would be now to start any kind of contraceptives. And using condoms is a smart thing to do also, if you're not planning on having kids right away.
2007-02-26 00:53:23 · answer #1 · answered by Gloria B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congrats first of all!
There are a number of contraceptives out there. I say the best way to pick is to see your gyno and tell her about your history with your cycle and stuff like that. She'll ask you questions, and find the right one for you.
But, there are several choices for you to make on your own. There's Depo - the shot. I wouldn't adivse anyone to take it, but it's a personal choice. With it, you don't get your cycle. Sonds attractive, but has weird side effects including hair loss!
Then there's your regular Ortho Try Cyclen and OTC-Lo. These you take a pill everyday. That can get forgetfull, but they work really good with low side effects. And it also improves acne on the face. Then there's the dreaded patch! Don't take. Too many side effects!
Oh....almost forgot......
You should start oral contraceptives like 3months before you have intercourse. That's to make sure it's working correctly and your are having regular cycles. Cause if not, then you'll need to choose another method strong enough for your body!
But the choice is all yours. Ask your gyno for specific help on what interests you the most though. And don't leave your hubby to be out of the loop. He's gonna want to know what his wife is taking. Just a part of protective husbands!
2007-02-26 08:54:36 · answer #2 · answered by ♥LadyC♥ 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Most oral BC's take a week to a month to gain full effectiveness. You should probably start ASAP. If your period weeks falls on your wedding or honeymoon, you can talk with your doc about skipping your period that month and just starting a new pack of pills. Ask about Yasmin or Yaz because they have very low likliness of causing weight gain side effects. Definitely don't want to gain weight before your big day!!! Good luck! :)
2007-02-26 09:18:10 · answer #3 · answered by jenna11rn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well for me i had an IUD Merina put in, loved it, simple never know it is there last five years . Dr. inserts in office and when you want to try and conceive a child the Dr will remove it simple takes maybe 5 mintues in there office and you can conceive immediately after you have it removed not like other bitrth control have to wait til it leaves your system.. cause there is no drugs involved.. this way you don't have to worry if you missed a pill or anything.. i recomend it highly..
2007-02-26 08:54:23 · answer #4 · answered by raven1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your contraceptive options are:
The pill
Injection
contraceptive sponge
other leave-ins eg; Mirena
Condom
But I suggest you do some research on the internet and of course talk to your doctor.
Hope this helped.
2007-02-26 08:58:04 · answer #5 · answered by martini_40727 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It has been said that marriage is a contraceptive in itself! ;-)
2007-02-26 08:48:20 · answer #6 · answered by bonshui 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋