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BACKUP CONTRACEPTIVES: if i use spermicide and a condom every time i have sex should i be okay?
i was on the depo shot for 6 months and gained 15 pounds. i am terrible at remembering the pill ( plus im concerned about the weight gain) and the nuva ring is really uncomfortable( and im concerned about the weight gain) if i use spermicide and a condom every time i have sex should i be okay? just trying to get unbiased opinions here.
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yep you'll become fertile again, either after 4 years or about a month after you get the IUD taken out.
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condoms are 99.9% effective (when used properly) regaurdless if you are using any other type of birth control method. Spermicide is also a good "just incase" method. Just be careful with what kinds of spermicides you mix with certain kinds of condoms.
Here's another suggestion, try looking into an IUD like mirena. Its a little "T" shaped plastic or copper piece that doctor can insert in the cervix. It's a minor procedure, with no need for "down time". I'm pretty sure you can choose to be sedated for the procedure. Oh and there is some pain that goes a long with it for a day or so that just feels like menstrual cramps. The IUD is effective for 4 years and can be taken out sooner if you'd like.
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As long as you're using them correctly there is a very slim chance, just keep in mind that the chance is there.
The right birth control pill won't make you gain a substantial amount of weight. I went on Yaz and barely gained a pound. The benefits of it outweighed [hah] the possible side effect of weight gain [also, some women lose weight!]. It's helpful to take your pill with you brush your teeth becauseit becomes part of your routine. Cell phone reminders are also helpful.
Anyway, to be even more protected agaist pregnancy, I'd try out a couple different brands of the Pill. In many cases, your gyno will give you samples before a prescription is written, so it will cost you only the trip to the doctor. Otherwise, be sure you're using condoms properly [as well as removing them the right way] and use the spermicide according to the directions.
-LM
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