KayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 8:20 am
I was planning on getting an IUD at my 6 week appointment, but just found out my drug plan doesn't cover IUDs, so I'd have to pay full price ($400 for the one I want - which I just don't have...
View ArticleLauraN* - Mon Jan 29, 2007 9:10 am
Hi, Please think hard about the shot. It has been linked to osteoporosis and many other things. I had the worst mood swings and gained a ridiculus amount of weight. I...
View ArticleMom2BabyAaron - Mon Jan 29, 2007 9:32 am
It is usually suggested that before you get the shot to use the mini pill for a month or so to make sure that the hormones don't affect your supply. I haven't used the shot so I am not sure...
View Articlemichelle mg - Mon Jan 29, 2007 9:48 am
i have not had any problems while on depo during bf my now 8 month old dd. i was on the mini pill for 2-3 weeks but constantly worried about not forgetting and it was driving me bonkers!! now i...
View ArticleKayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 10:21 am
I looked into the osteoporosis link, actually, and that is for extended use (2-3 years and up). I would probably only have a dose, MAYBe two before I got an IUD. My husband is going away for 6...
View ArticleCaseyB - Mon Jan 29, 2007 10:27 am
I agree with Shannon. The only other thing I would say is do some research on it. There was a lady from my BDC who said she thought that it was linked to cleft palate.
View Articlebabyfat5 - Mon Jan 29, 2007 10:34 am
I took it with #3 bfing. No problems whatsoever! I got it at my 2 week pp appt didn't have a supply issue, didn't gain any weight, Had none of the side effects listed. I had no periods at all for...
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KayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 10:39 am
I didn't know it was totally contraindicated for smokers. Good thing I quit. I...
View Articlebabyfat5 - Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:05 am
There are really no "safe" hormone based b/c for smokers. They can all cause blood clots. I was a 1 pack a day smoker before the baby but I won't smoke around him and since it is so cold...
View ArticleKayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:13 am
I was told that the hormonal BCs can't be used by smokers over 35. I'm 19, so it wasn't as much of a concern for me, but I'm very glad I did quit when I did, or I would have eventually had that...
View ArticleStarmer's Mama - Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:22 am
Don't know much about the shot but I will just tell what I use. It's called Ortho Micronor. It is only 95% effective but it has no estrogene and is ok to use while bfing! Hasn't hurt my supply...
View Articlebabyfat5 - Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:29 am
Yeah for your hubby! I tried the patch and ended up ripping it off and smoking anyway! I tried the gum then smoked one anyway and got sick to my stomach. So I figure 5 a day not so bad. Oh and I'm...
View ArticleKayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 2:36 pm
My hubby smoked for the first week he was on the patch, lolm, then he stopped. Me having quit as well was a big incentive. It's really hard to quit when someone else in the house still smokes,...
View ArticleKayMarieO - Mon Jan 29, 2007 2:38 pm
See, I can't rely on pills at lol. Bad memory, and I have gotten pregnant before while taking them perfectly (had a m/c) and got pregnant again because I missed *1* by 8 hours. So I really need...
View ArticleLauraN* - Mon Jan 29, 2007 2:38 pm
Oh, if you are only talking about taking it for one or two shots. I say go for it. Just be aware of the side effects. I wasn't and had no idea why I was so moody! Laura
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