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| Mon, 04-26-2004 - 12:42am |
Hi everybody,
I'm new around and have been searching for an answer to my ever nagging question. I have been on bcp for about a year now, switching from ortho tri cyclen to tri spintec and things have been going fine. This summer however, I am going to be spending a lot more time with my fiance(we're in different states now because I'm a full time student and he works) and I just don't feel protected enough with only birth control pills. We were really trying to stay away from condoms (we've both been tested for sexually transmitted diseases and infections and are not worried about that issue any longer.) I just don't want to risk pregnancy while I'm in school and want to be extra careful. Does anyone have any advice on other methods of bc that could be used along side birth contrl pills? I'd love to hear about them! Thanks! Kai
I'm new around and have been searching for an answer to my ever nagging question. I have been on bcp for about a year now, switching from ortho tri cyclen to tri spintec and things have been going fine. This summer however, I am going to be spending a lot more time with my fiance(we're in different states now because I'm a full time student and he works) and I just don't feel protected enough with only birth control pills. We were really trying to stay away from condoms (we've both been tested for sexually transmitted diseases and infections and are not worried about that issue any longer.) I just don't want to risk pregnancy while I'm in school and want to be extra careful. Does anyone have any advice on other methods of bc that could be used along side birth contrl pills? I'd love to hear about them! Thanks! Kai

I just posted this for another member who is looking for a back-up method to use with the pill. The same suggestion would fit you needs. Some women who need to be on antibiotics, accutane or anti-seizure meds. for an extended period have had good luck using a diaphragm or cervical cap as back-up to oral contraceptives. A diaphragm or cap requires being fitted by a medical professional. If you have a good fitting diaphragm or cap and use it correctly and for every act of IC it is as effective as condoms. If you want to know more about Ds and Cs take a look at the Boards FAQs at http://pages.ivillage.com/cl-judie_rae/id1.html and Birth Control A – Z at http://www.ivillagehealth.com/features/birthcontrolaz/pages/0,12910,436256_438023,00.html Until recently vaginal barriers were made from latex. Now some of the newer ones are made from Silicone which is impervious to oil based lubes and medicines. For nearly 2 years I have been using a cervical cap as my primary means of contraception and a diaphragm for flow control and contraception during my period and I am very pleased with how well they work for me. If you think you might be interested in a diaphragm or cap let us know and we can provide additional information. I hope you find a back-up method that works well for you.
Good luck
Jill