@albertina Natural birth control is a method to prevent pregnancy without using medications. natural birth control methods are not effective. natural and traditional birth control methods with the exception of condoms will not protect against sexually transmitted infections. Some methods are Barrier methods- These are used each time you have sex and include condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and sponges. Rhythm method- This natural birth control method is based on the ovulation cycle. This involves abstaining from sex on the days when you’re most fertile and most likely to become pregnant. Withdrawal method- Withdrawal is a birth control method when the penis is removed from the vagina before ejaculation. This method is not effective as a barrier method and can lead to unwanted pregnancy. You can discuss this with your gynecologist. Thanks!

@eyja Hello, it happens because your body is getting used to the new hormones in your system. It will take a little time for your body to adjust to your birth control. Most people find they have regular periods after taking their birth control for a few months. Be patient and you’ll soon find your body settles into a regular rhythm. Spotting between periods is a well-known side effect of injectable birth control. Spotting should decrease with time as your body becomes acclimated to the hormonal injections. If you continue to experience spotting, you’re not satisfied with the number of spots, or the spotting increases, then you should be evaluated by your gynecologist and have your birth control adjusted to your needs. Thank You!

@laudia Hello, please consult a doctor before trying any pill. Combo pillMost OBGYNS will recommend the daily combination contraceptive pill. The combo pill has both estrogen and progestin that work in combination to prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs. This method only works if taken regularly. You might feel Breakthrough bleeding or spotting, Breast tenderness, Headaches, Nausea, and Bloating. Some side effects including nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, and breakthrough bleeding might decrease with continued use. Thanks!

@mele Hello, it can be the Post-birth control syndrome. It can occur in the months after a person. When you stop taking hormonal birth control, it's normal to experience some side effects as your body adjusts without synthetic hormones. Post-birth control syndrome is not an official medical diagnosis, but many people with a uterus experience unwanted symptoms in the weeks and months after discontinuing hormonal contraceptives. women who used a progestin-only type like injections, hormonal IUDs, or pills may have gained a few pounds. If you want to lose weight, though, you’ll probably get more results from a better diet and more exercise than from going off your birth control. Thanks!

@klaryce Hello, it is common to experience heavy or irregular bleeding for the first 3-6 months after insertion of the copper IUD. The first few weeks can be the worst for bleeding and cramping and other PMS-like symptoms. As your body is adjusting after your placement or removal, copper IUD side effects sometimes include irregular periods. Unfortunately, bleeding in between periods with copper IUDs is quite normal. Headaches are the common side effects of IUDs you can ask your doctor about it. Thanks!

@gajra Hello, feeling stressed and mood swings are common side effects of contraceptive pills like rigevidon. Mood-related issues like anxiety and depression are super-common among women on the pill. Almost half of all women who go on the pill stop using it within the first year because of intolerable side effects, and the one most frequently cited is unpleasant changes in mood. Although, there's no conclusive evidence to suggest that Rigevidon causes depression or mood swings, for some women, hormonal contraception may cause emotional side effects. Potential side effects include bloating, breast tenderness, and weight gain. Thanks!

@darryl Hello, Yacella is a type of combined oral contraceptive pill. It contains synthetic versions of two naturally occurring hormones: estrogen and progestogen. Taking a birth control pill can cause brown discharge. It is very common to have brown discharge while on birth control pills. Here are a few of the reasons for brown discharge- brown discharge is nothing but old blood, Spotting- in the initial 6 months of taking birth control pills, her body will try to adjust to the hormones in the pills but as a consequence of this is spotting or breakthrough bleeding that is brown in color. Consult your doctor if it has a Foul or fishy odor, you have Redness in the vaginal area, Swelling and soreness, and Pain or cramps in the abdomen. Thanks.

@ini Hello, Plan B contains a type of progesterone, the same steroid hormone that’s in oral contraceptives, but at a higher dose. the side effects you should know about- are changes in period, breast tenderness, nausea, dizziness, lower abdominal cramping, headache, and tiredness. Call your doctor or seek emergency medical help if you have severe pain in your lower stomach or side. Thanks!

@leif Hello, I have also fitted the same non-hormonal copper coil. I have read a lot as I was losing so much blood that I had to be prescribed iron tablets & have internal investigations done. Later I got rid of it. I read that copper can react in the body like a caffeine rush & upsets your hormonal balance. You should definitely talk to your doctor if you haven’t talked to them. If it continues then you should also get rid of it. Thanks.

@dalia Birth control pills affect a person’s hormone levels, leading to various side effects. Side effects include spotting between periods, nausea, sore breasts, headache, and migraines, vaginal discharge. The pill is safe for most females to use. However, it is always a better choice to discuss it with a healthcare provider. Serious problems from taking the birth control pill are very rare. Thanks.

@easton Hello, condoms are the most viable option that is used as contraception but it also poses a lot of disadvantages. It can cause irritation, rashes, latex allergy, and STDs. Condoms are produced using thin latex. However, latex can also trigger an allergy in either of the partners involved in the intercourse. It may also lead to rashes, hives and the person might also have a runny nose. In extremely severe patients, the allergy can even tighten the respiratory airways and in turn, decrease the person’s blood pressure. If you or your partner is allergic to latex, then you must go for a polyurethane or lambskin condom. Thanks

@chase Hello, Yes you should avoid using it. Flavored condoms are the same as regular condoms but with your favorite flavors added to the lubricant. It’s a simple change, but the added flavoring slightly changes the condom’s function. Using flavored condoms for other forms of sex can pose health risks, The ingredients used in flavored condoms can cause irritation and infection. According to a study flavored condoms are not meant for vaginal sex as sugar levels in condoms can affect the pH level of the vagina and even lead to a yeast infection.

@mia Hello, Yes, if you're breastfeeding, you can safely use hormonal methods. They won't hurt you or your baby. Some birth control pills could curb your milk supply, which would make it harder to feed your baby. It’s true that some hormones may have that effect. But not all do. There are two types of pills. Combination ones include the hormones estrogen and progestin and another has only progestin. So when you tell your doctor that you’re breastfeeding they'll probably prescribe the mini-pill. It shouldn’t affect your milk supply at all. Thank You.

@jesse-0 You can start taking birth control pills as soon as you get them any day of the week, and anytime during your menstrual cycle. How to take it depends on the type of pill you are taking. Most combination pills come in either a 21-day pack or a 28-day pack. One hormone pill is taken each day at about the same time for 21 days. Depending on your pack, you will either stop taking birth control pills for 7 days (as in the 21-day pack) or you will take a pill that contains no hormones for 7 days (the 28-day pack). A woman has her period when she stops taking the pills that contain hormones. Some women prefer the 28-day pack because it helps them stay in the habit of taking a pill every day. There is also a type of combination pill that decreases the frequency of a woman's period by supplying a hormone pill for 12 weeks and then inactive pills for 7 days. This decreases the number of periods to one every 3 months instead of one every month. Birth control pills do have side effects do consult a doctor.

@willie Hello, generally birth control pills are used to treat acne. Most hormonal birth control contains estrogen and progestin. Different contraceptives use different types of progestin, and each type of progestin can affect your body differently. There are some contraceptive choices that can increase the chances of acne breakouts by containing a progestin that has an androgenic effect on your body. Consult your doctor.

@priya-sharma Hello, it is common to experience heavy or irregular bleeding for the first 3-6 months after insertion of the copper IUD. The first few weeks can be the worst for bleeding and cramping and other PMS-like symptoms. You can expect to have some cramps and bleeding/spotting (on and off bleeding or brown discharge) in the first few months but may be worse in the first 1 – 2 weeks. Treat the cramps with ibuprofen or Tylenol. You can expect your regular period to come at its usual time. See your health provider if you experience any of the following:

Severe Pelvic Cramps Heavy vaginal bleeding that is outside of your normal flow. You miss your period (on the copper IUD) or think you might be pregnant. Pain with intercourse

@akshita-0 Hello and welcome to the forum. Yes, you may get diarrhea after taking contraceptive pills. It usually occurs after 24 hours to 48 hours of consuming pills. If you're sick within 2 hours of taking your contraceptive pill, it probably will not have been absorbed by your body.

@pao Hello and welcome to the forum. Yes, contraception pills may help you to relieve period pain as it decreases the amount of prostaglandins. It’s a chemical that the body releases to reduce the contractions, then there is less pain.

@muskan Hello and welcome to the forum. No, contraceptive pills don't make you infertile. These pills temporarily delay your fertility and prevent pregnancy. But when you stop taking them, your normal fertility levels will eventually return. Thank you.

@jayana Hello and welcome to the forum. No, there is no evidence that birth control pills cause weight gain, but there are some cases where women do gain some weight. It’s the fluid retention, not the extra fat. If you are gaining weight on the pill, ask your doctor if you can try a different prescription.