Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 My husband and I used the rhythm method safely for three years before we started having children because the birth control pill aggravated my migraines. Since I had a regular period, we would use condoms from day 12 to day 18 and obviously I did not get pregnant. After the birth of my second child we used the rhythm method again with success until one month I ovulated twice during my cycle and ended up pregnant. It was quite a surprise to be sure! So, depending on your age, this method might work for you. I was 34 when I got pregnant using this method, and every period after the birth of my third son was not regular. On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 2:02 PM, itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04wrote: > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing > to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify > for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a > diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the > material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and > there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library > but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have > read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix > check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are > not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of > course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied > after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > -- Regards, Vibeke " The most important thing to remember about food labels is that you should avoid foods that have labels. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 My periods are very consistent....down to the minute I ovulate (and get that sticky mucus). I tracked my symptoms each month and by the 4th month I could easily identify my ovulation days (the days I need to use a condom or just say NO to sex!). I've been successful so far (20 months of doing this). It's sometimes a little annoying and unnerving because sometimes we want to do it on a whim and I have to think about which day I'm on and even look at the calendar first and that kindof ruins the moment. I would just go with the good old trusty condom....but I see you say those are out. Good luck!! --- On Fri, 8/21/09, Vibeke Vale <vibekevale wrote: Vibeke Vale <vibekevale Re: Natural Birth Control Friday, August 21, 2009, 2:39 PM My husband and I used the rhythm method safely for three years before we started having children because the birth control pill aggravated my migraines. Since I had a regular period, we would use condoms from day 12 to day 18 and obviously I did not get pregnant. After the birth of my second child we used the rhythm method again with success until one month I ovulated twice during my cycle and ended up pregnant. It was quite a surprise to be sure! So, depending on your age, this method might work for you. I was 34 when I got pregnant using this method, and every period after the birth of my third son was not regular. On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 2:02 PM, itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04@ >wrote: > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing > to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify > for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a > diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the > material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and > there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library > but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have > read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix > check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are > not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of > course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied > after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > -- Regards, Vibeke " The most important thing to remember about food labels is that you should avoid foods that have labels. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 I have a very close friend who uses the rhythm method, like Vibeke used to. She swears by it; I think it depends on how fertile you are and how you feel about possibly getting pregnant again. I think the rate of success is somwhere around 85-90% for rhythm. I just had the Mirena IUD put in. I felt it was about my only option, as I became pregnant with #4 while on the pill, so obviously using a method of birth control that's 85% would be like INVITING baby #5.The Mirena does contain a bit of progestin- but it's a tiny fraction of what's in pills. i researched it fairly exhaustively (it's been around for awhile and is much safer than the 1st generation IUDs) and decided to go for it and if I don't like it, or we decide to have another child, it's easy to have taken out. I mention this because during my research, I discovered there's another IUD with no hormones. Effective rate pretty high, not quite as high as the Mirena (which is equivalent to having your tubes tied). It's wrapped in copper, and I wasn't sure how I felt about that. But it would be pretty easy to research (I googled IUD) and find out all the pros and cons, possible side effects. You mentioned that you lost your insurance; the IUD is good for 5 years, so once you have it put in, no worries. whatever you decide, good luck! j. ________________________________ Vibeke Vale <vibekevale Friday, August 21, 2009 11:39:00 AM Re: Natural Birth Control My husband and I used the rhythm method safely for three years before we started having children because the birth control pill aggravated my migraines. Since I had a regular period, we would use condoms from day 12 to day 18 and obviously I did not get pregnant. After the birth of my second child we used the rhythm method again with success until one month I ovulated twice during my cycle and ended up pregnant. It was quite a surprise to be sure! So, depending on your age, this method might work for you. I was 34 when I got pregnant using this method, and every period after the birth of my third son was not regular. On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 2:02 PM, itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04@ >wrote: > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing > to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify > for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a > diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the > material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and > there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library > but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have > read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix > check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are > not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of > course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied > after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > -- Regards, Vibeke " The most important thing to remember about food labels is that you should avoid foods that have labels. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 Hi! I have been using natural family planning for 20 years, adding barrier methods when necessary. My husband and I added CycleBeads about a year ago to help keep track. It made it much easier, as we could both see which days were fertile or not. You would need to be regular, though. They will also help if you are trying to become pregnant, either way. I just liked not having to be the bearer of bad news when the mood struck during a risky part of my cycle!!! Peace and Love, Shawn --- On Fri, 8/21/09, itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04 wrote: itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04 Natural Birth Control Friday, August 21, 2009, 2:02 PM I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 Hi, We've used the temperature/mucus charting for about 7 years now - used it to successfully get pregnant and successfully not get pregnant, and chart health of pregnancies (predicting two miscarriages and our son's birthday that way - as my temp dropped below 98.6 when my cervix opened, just like on ovulation or first day of my period). I take my oral temp with a basal thermometer every morning and chart that and my cycle, and just take notice of temp changes and mucus appearance to note ovulation. I don't purposefully check mucus or cervix anymore, I can now just tell from the mucus that shows up, and my temp changes. BUTTTTT, be careful! If you really don't want to get pregnant, you should practice this charting and temp/mucus awareness for a few months to be sure your cycles and ovulation are predictable, and use some other birth control in the meantime. I've found that I can tell by a change in my temp of 2/10ths of a degree whether I'm going to ovulate or start my period that day - but some women can never predict reliably, as their temps fluctuate or they regularly ovulate twice a month, or whatever other situation. BUTTTT, if I'm sick or have a fever for any reason, the chart is not accurate that day. We just use condoms on days that I'm ovulating or that any tiny thing is off the usual prediction. I don't know your reasons for not using condoms (other than the non-veg ones, which I totally understand - but there are vegan ones that work quite well), but for us, it's way better than an unexpected pregnancy. Oh, and I do ovulate twice in some months - the month we conceived our son, for example. :-) But my chart shows that, now that I know it so well. I have also heard of women ovulating during their period - my non-professional/non-medical-knowledge-of-any-kind opinion is that the chances of the egg adhering to the uterine wall during the bleeding is probably slim, but just something to be aware of - you have to keep track of temps and other things all month long. It can work, you just have to have a predictable cycle and be very careful. We have friends who have one baby they conceived using the rhythm method (they admit they used it " most of the time " and " were getting lazy about it " ) - and another conceived when they just thought she wasn't ovulating since it wasn't day 14 of her cycle . . . they just didn't know that not everyone ovulates on day 14, or has a 28 day cycle, or only one ovulation each month, etc. :-) (they got a vasectomy now.) And you could also keep calling the clinic back about the diaphragm - they might come in and just not call everyone to make the announcement. :-) Best of luck!! Lorraine On Behalf Of itshotinjt04 Friday, August 21, 2009 11:03 AM Natural Birth Control I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 We are much like Lorraine. I've been charting for about 7 years as well. We have one daughter and was able to predict that I would possibly get pregnant when I did (I was never 100% sure I wanted to, so it was on a day that I was more on board than not). I take my temp every morning and check my cervical mucous and position. And every so often we use a condom if its in that window of fertility, but that was more so when my husband was traveling for work. Now that he is home more often we just avoid intercourse during those times. My resource is " Taking Charge of Your Fertility " . I still reference it all the time, its an awesome book and explains everything wonderfully. I've learned so much about my body and my cycle from doing this and its helping immensely on months where things are " off " and I've been able to rule out certain things (like pregnancy) b/c of charting. I think everyone should learn this! Its such a great resource, would be phenomenal to learn in health class. Best wishes and if you having any specific questions about charting, feel free to ask =) -Nancy , " Lorraine " <ldemi wrote: > > Hi, > We've used the temperature/mucus charting for about 7 years now - used > it to successfully get pregnant and successfully not get pregnant, and > chart health of pregnancies (predicting two miscarriages and our son's > birthday that way - as my temp dropped below 98.6 when my cervix opened, > just like on ovulation or first day of my period). I take my oral temp > with a basal thermometer every morning and chart that and my cycle, and > just take notice of temp changes and mucus appearance to note ovulation. > I don't purposefully check mucus or cervix anymore, I can now just tell > from the mucus that shows up, and my temp changes. BUTTTTT, be careful! > If you really don't want to get pregnant, you should practice this > charting and temp/mucus awareness for a few months to be sure your > cycles and ovulation are predictable, and use some other birth control > in the meantime. I've found that I can tell by a change in my temp of > 2/10ths of a degree whether I'm going to ovulate or start my period that > day - but some women can never predict reliably, as their temps > fluctuate or they regularly ovulate twice a month, or whatever other > situation. BUTTTT, if I'm sick or have a fever for any reason, the > chart is not accurate that day. We just use condoms on days that I'm > ovulating or that any tiny thing is off the usual prediction. I don't > know your reasons for not using condoms (other than the non-veg ones, > which I totally understand - but there are vegan ones that work quite > well), but for us, it's way better than an unexpected pregnancy. Oh, > and I do ovulate twice in some months - the month we conceived our son, > for example. :-) But my chart shows that, now that I know it so well. > I have also heard of women ovulating during their period - my > non-professional/non-medical-knowledge-of-any-kind opinion is that the > chances of the egg adhering to the uterine wall during the bleeding is > probably slim, but just something to be aware of - you have to keep > track of temps and other things all month long. It can work, you just > have to have a predictable cycle and be very careful. > > We have friends who have one baby they conceived using the rhythm method > (they admit they used it " most of the time " and " were getting lazy about > it " ) - and another conceived when they just thought she wasn't ovulating > since it wasn't day 14 of her cycle . . . they just didn't know that not > everyone ovulates on day 14, or has a 28 day cycle, or only one > ovulation each month, etc. :-) (they got a vasectomy now.) > > And you could also keep calling the clinic back about the diaphragm - > they might come in and just not call everyone to make the announcement. > :-) > > Best of luck!! > Lorraine > > > On > Behalf Of itshotinjt04 > Friday, August 21, 2009 11:03 AM > > Natural Birth Control > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now > doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and > don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I > asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is > (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are > not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. > So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our > library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far > what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body > temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make > it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like > to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant > again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 I use an IUD and love it. There are two types available. One is just copper and one contains a small amount of hormone. I have the second type. They last for many years so your only expense is having the doctor insert it for you. More info at http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/iud-4245.htm As a positive to the IUD, I rarely get a period any longer - only sometimes spotting. I'm not sure if the copper IUD offers the same " benefits " . I did the temperature method when I was trying to conceive. It was fine for me for the purpose of figuring out when I was fertile but I personally wouldn't want to have to do it every single morning. You have to take your temp right before you get out of bed. Good luck! Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Have you considered a diaphram? No hormones or side effects. ________________________________ itshotinjt04 <itshotinjt04 Friday, August 21, 2009 1:02:46 PM Natural Birth Control I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2009 Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Hi, I also forgot to mention that we used ovulation predictor and pregnancy tests to confirm what I was learning from the charts early on - so that science could confirm that yes, that temp and that mucus does, indeed, mean ovulation - and no, that temp and that mucus just means my period's going to start, not that I'm pregnant, etc. So, it's another cost, but it was worth it to me to learn with the confirmation at first. (And since I'm a charting/experiment geek, it was fun, too!) :-) Best of luck! Lorraine On Behalf Of ad00rable_1 Saturday, August 22, 2009 7:43 AM Re: Natural Birth Control We are much like Lorraine. I've been charting for about 7 years as well. We have one daughter and was able to predict that I would possibly get pregnant when I did (I was never 100% sure I wanted to, so it was on a day that I was more on board than not). I take my temp every morning and check my cervical mucous and position. And every so often we use a condom if its in that window of fertility, but that was more so when my husband was traveling for work. Now that he is home more often we just avoid intercourse during those times. My resource is " Taking Charge of Your Fertility " . I still reference it all the time, its an awesome book and explains everything wonderfully. I've learned so much about my body and my cycle from doing this and its helping immensely on months where things are " off " and I've been able to rule out certain things (like pregnancy) b/c of charting. I think everyone should learn this! Its such a great resource, woul d be phenomenal to learn in health class. Best wishes and if you having any specific questions about charting, feel free to ask =) -Nancy @gro <%40> ups.com, " Lorraine " <ldemi wrote: > > Hi, > We've used the temperature/mucus charting for about 7 years now - used > it to successfully get pregnant and successfully not get pregnant, and > chart health of pregnancies (predicting two miscarriages and our son's > birthday that way - as my temp dropped below 98.6 when my cervix opened, > just like on ovulation or first day of my period). I take my oral temp > with a basal thermometer every morning and chart that and my cycle, and > just take notice of temp changes and mucus appearance to note ovulation. > I don't purposefully check mucus or cervix anymore, I can now just tell > from the mucus that shows up, and my temp changes. BUTTTTT, be careful! > If you really don't want to get pregnant, you should practice this > charting and temp/mucus awareness for a few months to be sure your > cycles and ovulation are predictable, and use some other birth control > in the meantime. I've found that I can tell by a change in my temp of > 2/10ths of a degree whether I'm going to ovulate or start my period that > day - but some women can never predict reliably, as their temps > fluctuate or they regularly ovulate twice a month, or whatever other > situation. BUTTTT, if I'm sick or have a fever for any reason, the > chart is not accurate that day. We just use condoms on days that I'm > ovulating or that any tiny thing is off the usual prediction. I don't > know your reasons for not using condoms (other than the non-veg ones, > which I totally understand - but there are vegan ones that work quite > well), but for us, it's way better than an unexpected pregnancy. Oh, > and I do ovulate twice in some months - the month we conceived our son, > for example. :-) But my chart shows that, now that I know it so well. > I have also heard of women ovulating during their period - my > non-professional/non-medical-knowledge-of-any-kind opinion is that the > chances of the egg adhering to the uterine wall during the bleeding is > probably slim, but just something to be aware of - you have to keep > track of temps and other things all month long. It can work, you just > have to have a predictable cycle and be very careful. > > We have friends who have one baby they conceived using the rhythm method > (they admit they used it " most of the time " and " were getting lazy about > it " ) - and another conceived when they just thought she wasn't ovulating > since it wasn't day 14 of her cycle . . . they just didn't know that not > everyone ovulates on day 14, or has a 28 day cycle, or only one > ovulation each month, etc. :-) (they got a vasectomy now.) > > And you could also keep calling the clinic back about the diaphragm - > they might come in and just not call everyone to make the announcement. > :-) > > Best of luck!! > Lorraine > > > @gro <%40> ups.com [@gro <%40> ups.com] On > Behalf Of itshotinjt04 > Friday, August 21, 2009 11:03 AM > @gro <%40> ups.com > Natural Birth Control > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now > doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and > don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I > asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is > (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are > not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. > So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our > library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far > what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body > temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make > it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like > to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant > again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2009 Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Hi Connie, You know, the books all say to take your temp before you get out of bed, and I did that for years. But once our son was big enough to get out of bed on his own, I no longer had the luxury of laying in bed with a thermometer in my mouth for a minute after he woke up. :-) So, I kept an eye on my charted temps, and my cycle and temps are admittedly pretty predictable anyway, but I didn't find a discernable difference in taking my temp after running across the house quickly to grab a small boy, then back to the bathroom for the thermometer while I held him on my lap. Now, my routine is to just grab the thermometer on the way to the bathroom and take my temp while I'm peeing first thing in the morning. It still works quite well. Now, I'm not sure that my temp isn't like 1/10th or 2/10ths higher after getting up than it would be if I took it while in bed still - but since I do it the same way every day, the variation is just figured into my charts - since the real issue is change of temp anyway, and that would be consistent if the temp taking procedure is consistent. I do understand not wanting to do it every day - but I really like it. It makes me feel in touch with what's going on with my body. I even took my temp every day during pregnancy, as it was assurance that the pregnancy was going well (closed cervix, good news - especially after we'd had 2 miscarriages). Oh, I've also used it to predict flus and colds - if my temp is high, but I'm feeling okay, and no other reason for a high temp, I rush and get some stuff done around here since I know I'm likely coming down with something that day . . . and it's almost always right. :-) Have a great day, Lorraine On Behalf Of conniemmsc Saturday, August 22, 2009 9:18 AM Re: Natural Birth Control I use an IUD and love it. There are two types available. One is just copper and one contains a small amount of hormone. I have the second type. They last for many years so your only expense is having the doctor insert it for you. More info at http://www.plannedp <http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/iud-4245.h tm> arenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/iud-4245.htm As a positive to the IUD, I rarely get a period any longer - only sometimes spotting. I'm not sure if the copper IUD offers the same " benefits " . I did the temperature method when I was trying to conceive. It was fine for me for the purpose of figuring out when I was fertile but I personally wouldn't want to have to do it every single morning. You have to take your temp right before you get out of bed. Good luck! Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2009 Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 I am coming late into this conversation and therefore have not had a chance to read each of the reply postings. We read the Taking Charge of Your Fertility. Yes, temp, cervix, and cervical fluid are what are primarily monitored. We have used this method since the birth of our first child as birth control and for pregnancy. We since have had two more children, using the method to get pregnant when we wanted and avoid pregnancy when we needed. I keep my thermometer right next to my bed for the quick morning check. I have found the method easy (tricky when you are up all night nursing a newborn and not sure when you had any stretch of rest that would count as sleep:). Once you have an understanding of your cycle, the author advocates using other birth control (abstinence, condoms, spermicide, etc.) for several days before and several days after your ovulation to keep a safe zone. I hope this helps, Danielle , " itshotinjt04 " <itshotinjt04 wrote: > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my tubes tied after the baby is born. > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Hi, Im a copper IUD user. It lasts for ten years. I wanted my tubes tied but given my age they didnt think a doctor would permit it. (i was 23 an i have 1 child) The copper IUD is good, although unlike the hormone IUD's they make your periods longer and heavier. Its meant to make them more painful but i havent noticed (The doc said that for woman that have experianced childbirth, it common for them not to notice period pain as much...perhaps due to a higher pain threshold?) I do sometimes find the periods a bit exhausting but i find the peace of mind outways any side effects. Im in australia and the copper iud is not covered by medicare ( hormone one is) so it cost me about $150. well worth it though. I do get slight cramping at time of ovulation since having the IUD. Anyway i do highly recommend it if you definately do not want to get pregnant for the next ten years! Im sure if you do sooner you can get it taken out and as there are no hormones it shouldnt take time to fall. There is a risk of Ectopic pregnancy, but no more of a risk than if you were having unprotected sex. The IUD stops uterus pregnancies, but doesnt stop the egg from faling, so theoretically if the egg stays in the tubes and the sperm gets past the springs into the tubes you could have an ectopic pregnancy. Anyway good luck with your decision. Ange On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 6:28 AM, dorrbement <jdbdmob wrote: > > > I am coming late into this conversation and therefore have not had a chance > to read each of the reply postings. > > We read the Taking Charge of Your Fertility. Yes, temp, cervix, and > cervical fluid are what are primarily monitored. We have used this method > since the birth of our first child as birth control and for pregnancy. We > since have had two more children, using the method to get pregnant when we > wanted and avoid pregnancy when we needed. > > I keep my thermometer right next to my bed for the quick morning check. I > have found the method easy (tricky when you are up all night nursing a > newborn and not sure when you had any stretch of rest that would count as > sleep:). Once you have an understanding of your cycle, the author advocates > using other birth control (abstinence, condoms, spermicide, etc.) for > several days before and several days after your ovulation to keep a safe > zone. > > I hope this helps, > Danielle > > > <%40>, > " itshotinjt04 " <itshotinjt04 wrote: > > > > I am tired of being on hormonal contraceptives as what they are now doing > to my body is not how I want to live. I lost my insurance (and don't qualify > for medi-cal) so I was going to the local free clinic. I asked for a > diaphram but was told that whoever makes them is (supposedly) changing the > material that they are made out of so they are not available at the time and > there is no known date. Condoms are out. So, what do I do? > > I checked out some books on Natural Birth Control methods from our > library but was wondering what books someone might recommend. So far what I > have read includes charting your cycle, mucus check, body temperature and > cervix check. Is there anything to add that might make it a little easier? > We are not sure if we want more kids, but would like to wait a little > longer. Of course, I have said if I end up pregnant again, I will get my > tubes tied after the baby is born. > > If anyone has anything helpful to add, I would greatly appreciate it. > Thanks so much! > > > > > -- " One person flying in an airplane for one hour is responsible for the same greenhouse gas emissions as a typical Bangladeshi in a whole year. " - Beatrice Schell, European Federation for Transport and Environment, November 2001. * The global livestock industry is responsible for more greenhouse gas emissions than all the planes, trains and automobiles in the world combined Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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