Looking for safe long term-permanent BC.
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Looking for safe long term-permanent BC.
| Tue, 09-28-2004 - 1:22pm |
I'm not sure if my DH would agree to a vasectomy or not? I'd rather him have that than for me to go in for a tubal... but what other long term or permanent BC are out there? I asked about getting my tubes tied during the C-section, but was told that it was a catholic hospital & they aren't allowed to perform that procedure there.
I just had my 4th baby & due to the complications of delivery via emergency c-section, it's not advised for me to become pregnant again & if I did, there is a strong chance of my uterus rupturing (possibly even before the baby would be able to be born).
Anyway, baby is only 10 days old, but I'd like to have some info & options to speak w/ my OB/GYN when I go back at 6 weeks.
Thanks!
-Bonnie

My husband was not hip to the idea of having a vasectomy but after alot of research, we both decided it was the best route to take. Now, he says hes glad he did it. For him, the procedure was a breeze. Maybe you could go through the info together.
Also, an IUD might be a good option. There is excellent info in the FAQ section here.
Hope this helps!
Josie
Unfortunately, none of these methods is 100% effective, nothing is. I believe the failure rates for tubals and vasectomies are about the same, Essure is about as effective but may be a little less (don't quote me, I haven't seen the stats in a long time!).
An IUD is a very effective form of long-term birth control, but is not permanent. I'm wondering, with your uterine issue, if that would make you a less favorable IUD candidate, but that's a question for your doctor anyway.
I know a bunch of guys that have had vasectomies, and nobody is complaining about them. I think happyjusttwo's husband may have some discomfort (if I remember right), but without speaking for her, they seem to be happy with it. One justification that I heard was that it was the least he could do after his wife gave birth to their kids and dealt with birth control for years, it was his contribution.
I'm not sure if that helps, but that at least gets you something to start from. Good luck! Let us know if you have other questions...
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Many couples decide that it is something HE can do, since SHE has been dealing with pills, etc., often childbirth (in our case terminating an unexpected pill pregnancy). I sort of feel that way, but I also feel that you have to do what is right for YOU (as a couple). My husband offered, & I was thrilled to accept! I never would have pressured him to do it, that's for sure.