THANKS CB! Next time she tries that line I will show her this hehehehe

I've heard alot of good things about Mirena and also Nuvaring. Most forms of BC you need to see a doc. (other than condoms, and foam)

I use the NuvaRing. It's wonderful because I can decide when I want my period (within about a week window) and I can make it short, too. It does fall out during sex quite often, but it's not a big deal, just put it back in after (I suppose you could probably just take it out before...?).

He always pulls out... he's the one that's terrified of me getting pregnent! He's on edge this month because he didn't pull out once. It's really kind of amusing to me.

CB, sex and 2 orgasms will relieve ANY headache! LOL (double post)

When I meet someone who I like and who likes me, I'll do my part and stock up on condoms and lube (Trojan Magnums and Astroglide are my preference--Trojans don't break very easily, unlike Lifestyles. She may prefer scented or heated lube and ribbed prophylactics, which I'll be happy to provide).

I don't completely trust the oral "pill" or other methods, and, even though condoms aren't 100%, properly lubed up, they shouldn't break.

I was at the doctor the other day and asking about how effective methods are... She told me that condoms have a 15% failure rate (that's 85% effective-- if used correctly!), which is downright scary to me!! Plus, I think condoms suck to use anyway. The nuvaring is 98-99% effective. However, with any type of contraceptive (like oral kinds), other medications can counteract of reduce the effectivness... watch out!! (o:

There are many forms other than the Pill, several that are easier to use and actually more effective.

The Depo Shot is administered every three months by your doctor (or you can get them at Planned Parenthood I believe). There is weight gain associated with the shot, and as the months go on there is a slight increase in the risk of accidental pregnancy because the estrogen levels drop off considerably.

The patch is a relatively new thing, it stays on for a week at a time and administers the doses of hormones dermally. This is a nice option for younger girls because you don't have to really bother with it, and it also works with you're taking antibiotics, which the pill doesn't. I do believe you need a script for this.

The Nuva Ring (spelling?) is newer too. Its a thin flexible ring that you insert into the vagina with an applicator and it stays around your cervix. I've heard nothing but good things about this contraceptive, the only negative being that rings need to be refrigerated until you're ready to use them, and that they sometimes come out during sex.

Longer-term options include insertions that your doctor can put in during an office visit, but these are mostly meant for women in long-term relationships that don't want to have kids for awhile, if I remember correctly.

Personally, I stick with the pill because I've been on it for 4 years and it's always worked just fine for me. However, if you don't have the discipline to take the pill, you should look into the ring or the patch. Just remember that none of these options, besides a condom, can help protect against STDs. Also, different types of contraceptives vary in their level of hormone administration, and can be used to treat varying medical conditions. The pill that I am on (Yasmin) helps control menstrual cramping.

If you choose to go with the pill, do a lot of research before you go to your doctor. Many of today's pills have extremely low doses of estrogen and progesterone, and you may feel that you require something of a higher dose. Many of the women here have told you to talk to your doctor...unfortunately, many doctors are very poorly informed about the different options out there (even though thats their job), and they are often swayed by the pharmaceutical companies that provide them with samples and stuff.

It is so very important that we women take responsibility for our OWN reproductive health, which includes being as informed as we can be BEFORE we talk to the doctor.

The decision to start a contraceptive is not to be taken lightly, and you may need to try several before you find one that suits your lifestyle. Again, it is a part of taking responsibility for your own reproductive health. Good luck!

hi...i just sorted it all out and got steralized......safe option, but apparently there is a slight chance u can have an etopic pregnancy.......well ive been steralized 10 odd years and it's all ok......

My wife uses the NuvaRing. You can get that from your family Dr. It's a ring that you insert up your hoha, and once it's in place you don't feel it. Leave it in for 3 weeks, then before you start your cycle you take it out for a week. Put in a new one and away ya go. Seems to be working fine unfortunately. We have talked about kids, but we have issues right now to work out, so....kids prob not a good idea at the time.

i have tried oral tablets and they messed my systme up. tried the injection and i gained 3 stone in 6 months. dont fancy the coil. so i use condoms but they not always very romantic hun.xx

To slightly edit what missfits said... The nuva ring must be stored in the fridge long term, but it can actually but at room temperature for about three months. I just get a new one from the pharmacy about a week or so from when I need to use it, and I'm good to go without the refrigeration (o:

Can you tell I like it...?

IUD

The natural method, or the rythym method, one of the same. Get to know your body, thats always fun :) And don't do it,or pull out during ovulation. Works great, they even have books out about it and stuff.

# 23...I had my tubes....burned...when I had my son 14 yrs ago....had my 2 kids...no more for me....and no probs since then....

that's an extreme....tried to get it done after I had my dtr...but they said I was too young....10 yrs later...I had my son...and got it done....

no regrets....love being able to play...and not worry about getting pregnant

like I said....this is age related....and hoepfully...AFTER you have had kids...

I was on the pill for 25 yrs before that...

I had a tubal ligation after my fourth child.

My daughter is 16 and she has a Merina IUD for birth control. It is effective for 5 years. She can have it taken out anytime she is ready to conceive or have another one placed in five years to be protected still. It is effective once it's implanted. Since she's only 16 she uses a condom every time she has sex for all the extra protection they provide. To protect yourself from diseases you should use a condom with any type of birth control unless you are monogamous and are certain your partner is too.

Here's to love!!
Laura
-BB