Birth control?

[broken winged angel]

Okay. So I'm curious. My period has been off the wall crazy. I've been have from 2 to 3 periods a month... And I'm being put on birth contol to help regulate it.

I wanna know which type is better. I have a choice between the pill, the patch, or the shot...
Which do you think would help me the most?
What are the side effects of each one?

Thanks!

[rachel_ballet]

You should discuss with your doctor the advantages and disadvantages each type and then decide.

[broken winged angel]

The thing is my mom hasn't taken me to the doctor. She's gonna take me to the health department where I live. So should I discuss it with the people there about it? I haven't went yet but my mom said I had to go on it...

[jenni31]

I would prefer the pill, but I agree with Rachel check with ur doctor first to see what will be best for you...

[LITTLEANGEL19]

I would say you only you with some professional help will know what's suits you best. Also ALWAYS use a condom.

[KaraaaHope]

The shot is more convenient for me because I like just going every few months to get it done. The pill is good if you can remember to take it...but from what I know of my friends it also makes your boobs grow (sometimes almost a full cup size) which can really hurt. I couldn't tell if mine did because of the shot or not, I think it was just natural growth because it wasn't that much.

[queenofcontrariety]

Go with whatever works best for you but know that for the most part the shot can only be done for 2 years, where as other alternatives can be used on a more long term basis. Pay attention to side effects for any of them such as weight gain and depressive thoughts.

[jenni31]

like everyone has said check with your doctor first. I prefer the pill myself but make sure you check with your doctor first

[AnnaBeesley]

I had implant when I was 16, but I had to have it removed last October because they only last so long. It made my period much lighter and not as often. I didn't get it replaced because I was getting sick and I wasn't really having sex becasue I'd split up with my boyfriend. Now with my new man at uni when we have intercourse he either has a condom or he comes on my belly. I think the pill probably gives you best control on your periods but you have to take it every day.

[tiffany1]

You should discuss with your doctor the advantages and disadvantages each type and then decide.

i think so too

[marrisa]

A few years ago the doctor and my mom agreed that the pill was the best way to go for me.My periods were tough but the pill helps a lot.Like the others said,you have to remember to take it.

[devon girl]

ask ur doctor for the best one

[SarahFox]

IUD. Can't go wrong, use condoms against the STDs.