birth control options and risks
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birth control options and risks
| Mon, 09-27-2004 - 5:18am |
I'm 24 and have a 36 month old and a 24 month old and suffered from depression prior to their births and after (post partum) my last child's birth. I'm looking into bc options after just using condoms for the last 2 years. I'm worried about the hormonal side affects of bc..mainly pills....and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions?
I'd appreciate the help!
I'd appreciate the help!

A lot of moms check into IUD's. They're extremely effective long-term birth control that need very little maintenance. Not every woman is a good candidate, and they are expensive up front if they're not covered by insurance.
As you know, the pill (and now the patch and the ring) is very very popular. Hormonal issues can happen to anyone, but they don't always happen to everyone. Sometimes it takes the right pill, and some women can take most any pill and be fine. They don't always make depression worse in women who have had depression, but I'm not sure about pre and post-partum depression, as to whether that's something to consider if you're not pregnant.
We have a lot of good information here, do a little looking around and if you come up with questions feel free to ask!
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Kind regards
Chantelle
NuvaRing is a one-size-fits-most device. There have been a few members posting whose anatomy wasn't compatible with the ring but for most it will fit very well. If you try it let us know how you like it, ok? Thanks for posting.
Take care,
Jill