2007-12-22 14:05:51 · 12 answers · asked by tc22 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Birth control can make you gain weight, but it can also make you lose weight. Keep in mind that most women do not see any changes in their weight when going on birth control pills. My best friend refused to go on birth control for fear of gaining weight. She now has a 5 year old daughter. Think of how much weight you can gain from pregnancy!
2007-12-22 14:10:35 · answer #1 · answered by nursebekki82 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the weight gain caused by some birth controls is due to water retention. In the past, when I was on birth controls, the doctor also prescribed a pill to help with this problem.
2007-12-22 22:12:15 · answer #2 · answered by YOLANDA 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Birth control regulates your hormones.
It can either make you lose weight, or gain it depending on your bodys chemical composition, and if you will suddenly become more or less hungry on the pill.
It also does more than that. Gets rid of pimples, gives you a bigger chest, and makes you happier. But again, these are only if your body CHOSES to have it react this way. You could get all or none of these side affects.
I got all of them. And it was worth it.
2007-12-22 22:15:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the person and the brand of BC. but yes they can make you gain weight.
2007-12-22 22:08:56 · answer #4 · answered by redbrat34 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some do like the shot. im on the patch and i have lost all of my baby weight the iud is good too!
2007-12-22 22:10:30 · answer #5 · answered by just me these days 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can. but I have been on bc for over a year and havent gained a pound!
2007-12-22 22:11:28 · answer #6 · answered by kiaangel86 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can, but I never did. I was on the stuff for years. You just have to try it and find the one that is right for you.
2007-12-22 23:36:38 · answer #7 · answered by KnowItAll 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the depo shot for sure
2007-12-22 22:10:14 · answer #8 · answered by girlnextdoor409 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It did for me and most people i know.
2007-12-23 10:51:33 · answer #9 · answered by stacey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea it can, but i have afriend that lost weight while on it.....
2007-12-22 22:13:26 · answer #10 · answered by guacamolly18 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋