I need some BC ideas please!

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Registered: 08-27-2003
I need some BC ideas please!
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Thu, 11-04-2004 - 12:14pm
Here's my situation.....I just had a baby 2 months ago and am breastfeeding. I planned on getting an IUD again because i had one before and loved it. Well, turns out it will cost me over $300 out of pocket and we just aren't sure we want to spend that right now because we want to have another baby within the next 2-3 years. I have been on Depo before and HATED it so that is absolutely out of the question. I really don't want anything hormonal but its not completely out of question.

My main issue is that I'm breastfeeding so the pill is a no go. I have not gotten my period back yet but I do supplment with formula so I expect to have it back soon(at least I hope).

does anyone have any ideas for me? Is the NuvaRing safe to use while bf'ing? I get pregnant VERY easily so I need something and dh is very tired of the condom thing.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Catherine

Colin 11/6/98

Christopher 8/30/04

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Registered: 03-27-2003
Thu, 11-04-2004 - 12:33pm
I sure do understand your prediciment. My question to you is what is your insurance co-pay for pills/ring per month. With my insurance even with generics ($15/mo)the IUD would be the best choice $$ wise at the $300 you mentioned over a 2 year time period.

I just got a Paraguard this past Monday and I had to pay the full cost $495. For me it was a hard decision not because of the $$ but because I had a bad perspective on IUDs. Being older, I had seen the troubles with them in the 80's, and had to relearn about their function and safety. I tell you, after getting past that...I think this is the best BC decision I have made!

I vote you find the $$ and do the IUD again:)

Best wishes,

Sandy

mom to 6 and feeling REALLY done!