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[...] “birth control pills make me crazy,” and “the pill made me fat.” All of the [...]

By: Mary@Everyday Baby Steps

Mary@Everyday Baby Steps — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 13:37:15 +0000

Wow, the pill can really do a number on us. I know. My hormones are very sensitive. I once was on a terrible pill and threw a high heeled shoe at my ex-husband over something really dumb. Good choice for you. Good luck finding alternatives.

By: Melissa Ann

Melissa Ann — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:46:09 +0000

Lots of love to you . It sounds to me like I wise decision. You know your body best. Besides the “clip clip” option for Bobby previously mentioned, you might also want to talk to your provider about Mirena. If you were my patient, I would present it to you as an option….

By: Beth

Beth — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 16:13:29 +0000

Hey,

I have a memory of that feeling. Maybe that’s why my kids are so far apart. We just used condoms and it seemed to work. I have heard the argument that condoms are like, “showering with your rain shoes on”. But I know that there are many more things you could try. Hangeth thou in there.

By: Mary

Mary — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:22:19 +0000

I highly, highly recommend a book called Taking Charge of Your Fertility
http://www.amazon.com/Taking-Charge-Your-Fertility-Anniversary/dp/0060881909/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1233382649&sr=8-1

It is an amazing book and is highly regarded in natural pregnancy planning/avoiding circles. Not only does it tell what (not) to do, but it is also an excellent guide to women’s health. After I read it, I felt very empowered by my knowledge about my own body. I always know which day I ovulated (ie can get pregnant within that time frame) as well as exactly which day I will have my period. It is excellent for planning as well as for deciphering weird “girl” problems.

By: Luanne

Luanne — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:29:41 +0000

MD it is…I’ll buy the first round. I hate that you have been feeling so bad. I’ll bring a case for Blissdom.

By: skiplovey

skiplovey — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:05:03 +0000

Just found your site from Sarcastic Mom, love it!

Good for you to realize this just isn’t working for you. I was on the pill for years and had a few problems here and there, once with a new pill that made me crazy. But I know loads of people that simple cannot take it, the hormones are just not right for them.
Plus there’s so many options these days, why suffer?

By: Marianne

Marianne — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 21:31:41 +0000

Jenny – I’m glad you know what was causing it and had the self-awareness to recognize the cause and effect on you.

It’s scary to think how many women suffer the same symptoms (or worse) and don’t see the connection.

Crack a Dew open for me and chug it!

By: Tia (Tia Saving Cents)

Tia (Tia Saving Cents) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:03:10 +0000

Lots of hugs…the pill and most other bc methods do that to me too. I am glad you are giving yourself a break. Hang in there.

By: Petra

Petra — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:25:45 +0000

I have been using an IUD (Mirena) since i had my second son. I am on my second IUD, they last 5 years,and its the best decision i ever made. I m pretty forgetful when it comes to pills, and the IUD is the most uncomplicated birthcontrol EVER. Plus they are really safe. And easily removed, when you want another child. Look into it, it might work for you.