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New to Nuvaring
| Thu, 07-20-2006 - 11:27pm |
Hi everyone,
Im 22 years old and going on (hormonal) birth control for the first time in my life. Im a little worried though as I dont know what to expect as far as weight gain, emotions, loss of libido etc. Ive pretty much avoided any hormonal contraceptives because of this reason and just used condoms, but im sick of worrying about not having a back up.
I know it effects everyone differently but I just wanted to know if anyone could give me any advice or their experiences with Nuvaring to lesson my fears!! Anyone experience weight gain (Im naturally skinny but the thought of gaining weight is not pleasant) or loss of libido? Has pms gone away?
Thanks in advance!!

I've been using Nuvaring for about 9 months now and I'm liking it well enough, for hormonal birth control.
It is so easy to use and the hormones definitely affect me much less than pills did. I am much less moody before my period starts.
My periods are very light, basically spotting all days but the 1st or 2nd.
I do think it made my breasts get a size or two bigger.
I have not gained weight, but then I've never gained any significant amount while taking birth control.
I do notice that I have much more vaginal discharge than when I don't use hormones or with pills.
I think my sex drive has lowered some..but it is definitely better than when I was on the pills!
All in all, I am quite happy with this method.