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How worth it. Is it to get on birth control. I have a boyfriend now, and we might starting doing it. But am genuinely scared of pregnancy. But am also scared of getting on birth control, especially since I don’t know what will work for my body
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Anonymous 2w

We need the birth control fairy

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Anonymous 2w

I love it. my life was better immediately

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Anonymous 2w

personally i couldn’t comfortably have sex with my bf (well now ex🙄) until i got on bc

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Anonymous 2w

It really varies person to person, but think of it like this: if birth control doesn’t work out, you can just discontinue use. If not being on birth control doesn’t work out (pregnancy), you have the option of an expensive procedure immediately or an expensive procedure 9 months later. Again, it’s personal preference, but I think birth control sounds a lot nicer for peace of mind. Are there specific side effects you’re most hoping to have or avoid?

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Anonymous 2w

Look into condoms and other options—birth control is worth it if it’s something that won’t give you crazy side effects, but it tends to cause some wild stuff. mine causes breakouts but my friend literally gets horrible migraines from hers.

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Anonymous 2w

If ur worried id def start with something easy to quit (pill, patch or ring)

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Anonymous replying to -> #5 2w

What type of birth control you use?

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 2w

I’m on the generic brand nuvaring and have been for 2 years now (?) I haven’t noticed any side effects. I used to have super painful (like throwing up from cramps) and irregular periods and that’s all over now 🥰 and I’m never going back

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 2w

You came when we needed you

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 2w

Yes such as gaining weight and acne. Is my biggest fear. As well has my hormones changing

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 2w

Okay perfect that helps narrow down what might be a good option for you. Depo is the only method that can directly cause weight gain. And yes, it’s been studied. Other methods can cause increased appetite, but when you control for calories and activity, weight changes are consistent in users and non-users. Acne is typically caused by androgenic activity in birth control, found in the progestin. If you pick an antiandrogenic progestin and/or pair it with estrogen, bc can actually clear your skin!

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 2w

As far as hormones changing, that happens every day of every month throughout your cycle. Birth control will level out your hormones, so they’ll actually change less on bc. You likely want to be on a combo method that you control yourself in case you want to stop. I’d recommend asking for the Yaz pill. It’s FDA specifically to treat acne in addition to being a bc. If a daily pill sounds too high maintenance, consider specifically the Xulane patch (not Twirla) or either ring.

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 2w

Another issue is that I don’t have health insurance, covered from my university. Do you still think I can go to the school nurse. Or how can I get these prescriptions without insurance in general

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 2w

Birth control is surprisingly accessible even without insurance! Try your school’s clinic. They can likely prescribe it. If they have a pharmacy, try to pick it up there. Pills are typically cheapest, so ask about generic Yaz (any in the pic). If they don’t have an in-house pharmacy, try GoodRX for discounts at most pharmacies. Generic Yaz goes for around $30 for a 3 month supply around me. If for some reason your school can’t prescribe it, try Planned Parenthood Direct or Nurx.

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