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the pill
15/f- I want to go on the birth control pills called Seasonale because they give you a longer cycle so that you have fewer periods a year, who wouldn't want that, right? well...my mom won't let me get them because she says i'm too young...and then she started giving me excuses such as "the doctor doesn't perscribe birth control unless you're sexually active" well...if i were sexually active, wouldn't i have wanted the pills BEFOREHAND anyway??? and i was under the impression that sometimes birth control is percribed to those with irregular periods to help regulate them. so, was my mom correct? and if she wasn't, how can i convince her to let me get seasonale? thanks! <3
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your reasons for wanting birth control are amaizing! i cant believe i never thought of that! tampons ARE hard to use... its scary hahahahaha...but yea i have no clue if thats the truth that doctors only perscribe birth control for sexually active girls... but u could ask??? i could understand where your mom is coming from because the way it sounds sounds pretty skanky...but its still an amaizing idea... because the truth is...periods are a pain in the ass! so talk to your doctor and ask.... dont be scared... doctors are there to answer your questions...just like i am... and if your doctor has benificial information that could convince your mom, thats great! i say you go to the doctor on your own time... your mom wont take you? have another close ( and younger ) adult take you that udnerstands.. no worrys your ideas are awsome!
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Pills are a drug, and every drug has side affects. Going on the pill just to make it more convenient for you isn't a good idea. If you truly have problems with an irregular period and have had your period for more than a few years, then it might be a good idea.
And yeah if you were sexually active, you would want to be on the pills months beforehand. Pills are also very expensive and not always covered by insurance.
So your mom doesn't want you on the pill, and I think she is right about that. You are a bit young to be both on the pill and/or sexually active. She wants what is best for you even if you don't agree.
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Do your research, then present your findings to your mom to show her that you're serious about this, and that you've thought about the consequences and implications. Doing a Google search for the official website is a good place to start. You could also search for news articles or reviews on credible news websites. Find out exactly what the drug claims, and any/all side effects, etc. If you produce a solid, mature argument, your mom might consider it again. Show her that you're not a child, and that you want the responsibility involved with making your own decisions. You could also look into how much it will cost (your parent's insurance may cover it, in that the only cost would be the deductible) and consider offering to your mom to pay for it yourself, since you really want it.
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Your birth control is your choice. Youre doctor will prescribe it if you want it. Your mom is probably afraid that if you get on birth control you will be sexually active, and as long as she keeps you off of it, you won't be.
If it's really important to you, you can get seasonale yourself through planned partenhood, without parental consent. But be sure it's what you really want before going behind your mom's back.
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Try talking to your mother and let her know you are not sexually active. I don't know what her stance is towards sex before marriage, etc. but if she wouldn't freak out, let her know that if you ever think of becoming sexually active you'd talk about it with her first. Go to the doctor with her and have a talk about Seasonale and exactly what it would entail, etc. Make her comfortable about it.
You could go to Planned Parenthood without her if you're sure you really want to go on the pill, but if you do this you will be going behind your mothers back and should be willing to accept the consequences of your actions. Doing so could cause a major rift in your relationship, so be prepared.
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Mom is wrong on that one. I worked in a doctors office and can tell you for certain that doctors will put you on the pill if you ask for it. They will require a pelvic exam and will ask about your sexual history...it is just routine. You don't have to have a sexual history to get the pill. And they are occassionally given to girls who have irregular periods etc.
I don't know how you can talk her into letting you get the pill. Maybe you need to sit down with her and have a long talk about the whole thing. Be honest and open with her. Good luck :)
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BC pills cause heart disease and liver problems, so you shouldn't get them. But it's your choice, not your mom's. Legally she has no say in it, just tell your doctor you want a prescription.
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Your mom is right. If you only want them to have less periods then dont get it. Its a drug and expensive also. Birthcontrol pills can be perscribable but not neccesary. Maybe you should wait until you get a little bit older if you want them that badly. x0
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Yes, birhtcontrol is sometimes perscribed to regulate periods. However Seasonale would not be perscribed in that case becuse it would be messing with it more than regulating it. Also Seasonal in a new "brand name" drug which also makes it MUCH more expensive. And if you don't need them in the first place (besides having less periods), why should she pay for them? So those are three valid reasons why your mom would say no.
Remember the pill is a drug, and messes with your hormones. Unless you have a real need for it, it is best not to take them. Taking the pill for too many years in a row can actully effect your chances of having a child in the future.
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