Birth Control

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A yellow square with the title "Clever Girls Guide To birth control," stating it's "BACKED BY SCIENCE" and from a "HEALTHCARE WORKER & PUBLIC HEALTH GRADUATE," set against a background of lemon slices.
A list titled "Types of birth control" enumerating eight methods: The Pill, The Ring, The Patch, The Shot, IUD, The Implant, Emergency Contraception, and Condoms, with illustrative icons.
Information about "the pill," detailing two types (combination and mini pills), how they work, their pros, considerations, and 91-99% effectiveness, with illustrations of pills and a blister pack.
Guide to Types of Birth Control
🍋Understanding the ins-and-outs of birth control options can feel overwhelming and complicated, so I made this for convenience and to help people stay informed! 🩷Important facts to know about birth control: 1. Most birth control methods do not cause infertility. Fertility typically returns quic
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therormachine

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Unpopular opinion: Not every pill is harmless!
We’re taught to trust prescriptions blindly. But our bodies deserve informed choices. 💬 Did you ever have bad side effects from meds? #GirlTalk #lemon8challenge #birthcontrolpill #girlpov #letschat
Nikki🍋

Nikki🍋

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An assortment of birth control pill packs, including circular dispensers and blister packs, with a text overlay that reads "Let's chat BIRTHCONTROL (From someone who has 5+ years of experience)". One pack shows instructions to press the bubble to remove a tablet.
A box and foil pouch for Junel Fe 1/20 birth control pills, labeled as the author's first experience with the pill for approximately 4 years.
A box and foil pouch for NuvaRing (etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring), along with a close-up of the clear vaginal ring, representing the author's second experience for about 1 year.
Let’s chat BIRTH CONTROL 🩷
I was decently young when I first got on birth control, and I have almost taken it consistently for almost over 5 year!! I personally got on it because it was safe for me to be sexually active, but there are a NUMBER of reasons why women choose to get on birthcontrol. I also wasn’t a fan of period
BROOKE🐻🐾

BROOKE🐻🐾

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What Birth Control did to my skin!😭
• Before Birth Control😖: At the age of 15, I started to have very severe acne. Over 100+ pimples and pustules on my face at one time. I remember I would wake up everyday with 3-4 pimples on my face… and it was devastating. 😖 As I got older (I’m in my 30s now), my acne became less severe. But I
Jewellianna

Jewellianna

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what type of birth control do you prefer ??
birth control is such a personal decision!! I got mine for the first time when I was 17, and for a few years it worked really well for me. as I got into my 20’s though, I could feel that something was off with my body. I wasn’t 100% sure what it was, but it just felt wrong. at the same time
carley ◡̈

carley ◡̈

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Girls… is birth control really worth it???
as someone who’s been on birth control for over a year now, in my experience of being on it i would say that birth control is 100% worth it! The pros that i have faced are me not having any more terrible cramps while on my period! and i rarely never have my period as well!! But if you are looking i
alisha🪽💐💝

alisha🪽💐💝

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Yes birth control make you gain weight.
I hate when they say it doesn't make you gain weight. If I'm crazy hungry to the point I can't sleep unless I eat because of medication, it's medication that makes me gain weight. My body tells me it needs food and it's not easy nor healthy to constantly ignore that, it's wh
Gaia💌

Gaia💌

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Is Birth Control Worth the Side Effects?
I’ve seen what birth control can do to someone’s body dizziness, nausea, hormonal chaos, and even passing out at work. That scared me. I refuse to risk my own body for something that isn’t life or death. Birth control is supposed to give us freedom, but what if it costs your health? I want to know:
Beauty

Beauty

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✨📌BIRTH CONTROL 101📌✨
Choosing birth control isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s about your body, your lifestyle, and your comfort. Here’s a breakdown of the most common types and what you actually need to know 👇 🩺 Hormonal Methods ✨ The Pill – Taken daily. Regulates periods, clears skin, but you have to remember it ev
Mckenzie Shae

Mckenzie Shae

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BIRTH CONTROL: MY EXPERIENCE QUITTING THE PILL
I stopped taking birth control about a year ago for the first time since I was 13 years old. I was put on it because my period cramps were really bad and of course the doctor recommended birth control as they all do. When you are on it that long you forget what it is like before you take it / vice
Alissa Moulster

Alissa Moulster

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A woman in bed uses a purple thermometer, with an overlay indicating "Not fertile" on Cycle Day 28 and a temperature of 98.08°F, illustrating the Natural Cycles birth control method.
A hand holds a purple thermometer displaying "Good morning Shaina". The image lists "Pros:" of Natural Cycles, including its non-hormonal nature, 93% effectiveness, and lack of side effects or prescription.
A hand holds a purple thermometer. The image lists "Cons:" of Natural Cycles, such as the need to take temperature immediately upon waking, recommended extra protection on red days, and required monthly or annual membership fees.
Natural Cycles Honest Review 🌡️💓
I’ve been using Natural Cycles as a form of birth control for 2 months now and here’s my honest review! Natural Cycles is the first and only FDA cleared Birth Control app that uses BBT (basal body temperature) to track your cycle and serve as a form of contraceptive. Some things I love about
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A flat lay of various birth control pill packs on a wooden surface, with a text overlay that reads 'LETS TALK ABOUT... BIRTH CONTROL (PILL FORM)'.
A young woman with a face mask and cucumber slices on her eyes, making a peace sign. Text describes her initial acne and its improvement after starting birth control.
A young woman with long hair and sunglasses on her head, smiling at the camera, with a man lying on the sand beside her. Text states this is her face after 5 years on birth control.
birth control(pill form)
my own experience taking birth control (pill form) these are just very few things i experienced from birth control. remember though, every female body is very different and will react in many different ways from others. this is just my own experience and not everyone will experience the same
Haley Crandall

Haley Crandall

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A woman in a colorful bikini poses by a pool, with text overlay "BIRTH CONTROL & DATING GETTING OFF BC". The image introduces the topic of how birth control affects dating and the experience of stopping its use.
The Attraction Game: Birth Control Affects Dating
👩‍⚕️🔬 Birth control can be a lifesaver for many women, helping to regulate periods and prevent pregnancy. But what happens when you decide to get off birth control? Here's what I have comes to know, this post is specifically about when it comes to dating: 💊 Effects of birth control: Birth con
LEXYS JOURNAL😋

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Let’s talk birth control
When it comes to birth control, I've been around the block! I’ve used the pill, Nexplanon, and the Depo shot, and trust me—each one has its perks and quirks. 😅 💊 The Pill Great for keeping things regular, but remembering to take it every day? Not so much. 💊 Nexplanon Loved the convenien
🍁 Autumn 🍁

🍁 Autumn 🍁

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What is the best birth control?
Birth control works great for doing what it’s supposed to: preventing birth. What it doesn’t work great for is literally everything else… 🫠 Am I the only one that feels this way? I have been on Depo for 5 years now. I haven’t had a period in FIVE YEARS!! While that’s nice and I am able to be
Faeryn Tuttle

Faeryn Tuttle

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Birth control & fitness
Most birth control contains the hormones estrogen and progestin, both female hormones. It also reduces the natural levels of hormones we have in our bodies including testosterone. Testosterone is the male hormone which has a major effect on muscle growth. When a woman takes a hormonal birth control
Josie leininger

Josie leininger

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Over the counter birth control !!!
I work at a Walgreens and I was checking the deals for the next promotions for my store and got a peak of this new item the over the counter birth control. If you read the description it’s said to be 98% effective and only uses progestin. This needs absolutely no doctor visit no insurance needed! I
Nena

Nena

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What’s your birth control experience?
#girlpov #lemon8challenge I am very nervous about getting on birth control. I debated A LOT about using it, but I already have two kids and I don’t want to risk having a 3rd one anytime soon. Anyways, I FINALLY told my doctor I wanted to get on the pill. GIRLS that have been on the pil
@Becomingherwithles🌷

@Becomingherwithles🌷

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My birth control caused WHAT? 🤧
Let me know if y’all have similar problems with birth control. Or if y’all have any questions. #birth control #fyp #womenoflemon8 #Lemon8 #trends
✨ Kateryna ✨

✨ Kateryna ✨

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A woman's midsection is shown, with her hand resting on her belly, wearing a white crop top and unbuttoned jeans. The text overlay reads "BIRTH CONTROL after pregnancy," indicating the article's topic.
A close-up shows a baby's legs and feet in a car seat, wearing white fuzzy animal booties. Text explains the author switched to an IUD after getting pregnant on the pill, aiming for a gap between children.
A woman holding a baby is reflected in a mirror. Overlay text expresses love for her IUD, highlighting pain-free insertion with an ultrasound guide, light bleeding initially, and now no period, offering worry-free contraception.
BIRTH CONTROL AFTER PREGNANCY
I was so scared of getting pregnant back to back since I wasn’t on any birth control directly after pregnancy and you are super you are freshly postpartum! I got pregnant when I was on the pill (granted, I was not very good at remembering to take it at the same time every day and would sometimes
AVA WILSON

AVA WILSON

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Birth Control Comparison
Over the years I’ve tried multiple methods of birth control. While they all worked in a sense, I had very different experiences with each one. I’m going to break down how my body responded to various forms of birth control to help you make an informed decision for yourself! Yasmin (pill): I took
Delaney

Delaney

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#stitch with @Ashley Rubes Nexplanon is a small, flexible implant that goes in your arm—and protects against pregnancy for up to 5 YEARS. No daily pills. No weekly patches. Just long-acting, low-maintenance birth control that does the most. But like all methods, it’s not one-size-fits-all. A
DrJeanius

DrJeanius

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Anyone Have A Positive Experience With BC pills?
I'm constantly seeing negative experiences for birth control pills. I was just looking to see if anyone can share their positive experience with birth control. I know people are more likely to post about something bad rather than post about something good, but it would be nice to see some posit
Mayamaya😎

Mayamaya😎

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A box of Opill Norgestrel tablets 0.075mg Daily Oral Contraceptive is displayed on a white textured surface. Overlaid text reads 'my EXPERIENCE ON THE Opill'. The box indicates a 28-day supply, is FDA approved, and instructs daily use, noting it is not for emergency contraception.
My experience taking Opill birth control
By far this is the best birth control I’ve ever been on I’ve tried the Depo shot and I hated it bc it gave me horrible mood swings & random bleeding. I’ve also tried Nextellis which was fairly good also; I didn’t have many side effects other than the usuals (breast tenderness, occasional cra
Fallon ❤︎

Fallon ❤︎

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Birth Control
Facts about Birth Control Options #notes #HealthTips #unfiltered #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts #healthylifestyle2024 #unaesthetic
🎀Daniella🎀

🎀Daniella🎀

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The image displays the title "My IUD Experience SPOILER: I LOVE IT" in blue text on a light green background. Below the text is an illustration of a purple IUD surrounded by several white star outlines, with the Lemon8 logo and username at the bottom.
The image shows text describing the author's previous birth control experience, including discontinuing a combination pill due to migraines with aura. Below the text is an illustration of a blue birth control pill pack with pink pills, set against a light green background.
The image features text explaining the decision to choose an IUD after research and discussion with providers. A hand holds a pamphlet for a Liletta IUD, which is described as a reversible birth control option lasting up to 5 years.
🩺 My IUD Experience & Why I Love It
If you’ve done any research on the IUD, you’ve probably read stories of how terribly painful it was, or how everything went wrong. I wanted to share my positive experience with my IUD so that people can see it’s possible to have a good experience with it! #Lemon8Diary #lemon8diarychallenge
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Ad 💌🌈🐀🛼🎨

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Does birth control reduce our sexiness?
Hear me out… out of all the stages in our menstrual cycle ovulation is the one where we not only feel the sexiest, but look the sexiest. Our bodies are the strongest, our hair falls the best, our skin looks the best, and this is all a biological way of us attracting a man for reproduction. Ovul
Delaney

Delaney

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IUD insertion procedure. Have you ever experienced it? If so, feel free to share your experience! #iudinsertion #birthcontrol #womenshealth
Dr. Sadovskaya💊Health Guide

Dr. Sadovskaya💊Health Guide

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A woman with short, curly reddish-brown hair, wearing a black leather jacket and olive green leggings, poses against a white garage door. The text overlay reads "Before The Nexplanon," indicating her appearance before starting the birth control.
A woman with short, curly reddish-brown hair and sunglasses, wearing a sheer patterned top and olive green leggings, stands against a white garage door. This image shows her appearance before or early in her Nexplanon journey.
A woman with long red braids, wearing a black romper, poses against a wooden wall. The text overlay reads "1 Year With Nexplanon," showing her appearance after one year on the birth control.
Why I’m getting Nexplanon removed
So I’ve been on birth control since the ripe age of 16, like I assume most of us have been. I’ve been on everything but an IUD and the pill, and let me tell you that the best one for me was the patch. I was on the patch for about 4 years and then my skin started getting irritated by it. Then sw
krenae

krenae

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An infographic illustrating eight birth control methods: the pill, plastic IUD, shot, implant, patch, vaginal ring, copper IUD, and barrier methods. Titled 'Let's talk, BIRTH CONTROL!!'
Birth Control!!
Hey babes!! Have you guys ever considered birth control..? What you think of it..? I’ve used some of these & have my own opinions on them. The Ones I’ve Used: 1). Condoms: This is your go to protection. I don’t like the remaining smell of latex it leaves. Yes there are many kinds but
Insien

Insien

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The DARK SIDE OF BIRTH CONTROL (Nexplanon)
When I first got Nexplanon, it felt like the best decision ever. No daily pills, no stress, and for the first few years, I barely had a period. It was convenient, effective, and honestly, I didn’t have many complaints. But after a few years, things started shifting. At first, it was minor l some
Milaidy🫧🌺🍕

Milaidy🫧🌺🍕

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My experience getting an IUD inserted!😳
You may be familiar with the birth control pill! 💊IUDs are another form of birth control—a type of long-acting reversible contraception (which are the most effective forms of birth control that don't require surgery). I got the Mirena IUD with a paracervical block (lidocaine injection to th
Jewellianna

Jewellianna

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How to use PLAN B (the right way)
I know some of you may be thinking “wait there’s a WRONG way to use Plan B?” And my answer to you is YES, GIRL YES 😭 If you don’t know the difference between the two keep reading 🪷 ⬇️⬇️ When using Plan B some of us may be panicking or just rushing to take the pill thinking it’ll immediately work
Lady Lotus 🪷

Lady Lotus 🪷

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Did birth-control mess with your libido too?
My husband is the sweetest guy ever. He is very patient with me and I really appreciate that. We have been talking about my birth control later, because we both noticed several things changing in my body/mood after the pill. I have no energy, I feel depressed, I have no sex drive, I don’t u
Thamires Cottone | REALTOR

Thamires Cottone | REALTOR

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A box of Opill birth control and two blister packs of pills are displayed. The box indicates it contains 3 x 28-day supply (84 tablets) of Norgestrel tablets 0.075mg Daily Oral Contraceptive. Overlaid text states 'MY OPINION ON THE OTC OPILL BIRTH CONTROL' and 'as someone who has been on it for nearly a year, if not more'.
my opinion on the OTC Opill birth control
‼️ i’ve seen a lot of people post asking about it, so i decided to share how it has affected me ‼️ it’s been about a year, maybe longer, that i have been taking the new-ish over the counter FDA approved birth control. here is my experience with it; when i first started taking it, i didn’t not
⚡️♠️hayli♠️⚡️

⚡️♠️hayli♠️⚡️

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A hand holds a birth control pill pack with one pill missing, illustrating the text 'MISSING 3 DAYS GAVE ME A PERIOD TWICE IN A MONTH!'. A cartoon image of a character with knives stuck in it symbolizes the user's distress.
Birth control pills actually changed my life
So I’ve had PCOS forever. I started BC pills 5 years ago and my cycle’s like clockwork now, but I gained 10lbs. But last week I went on vacay and I FORGOT my pills. I thought no biggie, but today period again. Wait, I just had it LAST WEEK. Now I’m freaking out!!! Is it because of missing 3 days, w
Reese🎧

Reese🎧

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A collage of four images showing a person's midsection, illustrating weight gain and subsequent loss, with text overlay "I Gained and Lost 35 lbs And Why Birth Control is to Blame."
A collage of two images showing a young woman smiling, with text overlay indicating she started birth control at 15, unaware of side effects.
A collage of four images showing a woman's face, depicting sadness and hair loss, with text describing mental health decline after changing to the pill at 19.
How I gained and lost 35 lbs
I got on birth control when I was 15 because my mom put me on it. The side effects were never explained to me and I had no concept of a negative reaction to birth control. The only thing I cared about was making sure I didn't gain weight, which I didn’t at the time so that was all that mattered
Hannah Robinson

Hannah Robinson

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My Birth Control lol
Molly Laflare

Molly Laflare

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A person holds a blister pack of birth control pills. The image title reads "HOW BIRTH CONTROL AFFECTS YOUR HORMONES" and "What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You."
A graph illustrates natural hormone levels (estrogen, progesterone, FSH, LH) across the menstrual cycle phases. Text explains how elevated progesterone and estrogen in the luteal phase suppress ovulation, mimicking pregnancy.
A graph displays hormone levels (progesterone, estrogen, FSH, LH) during a birth control pill cycle. Text explains that synthetic hormones mimic pregnancy to prevent ovulation, and a withdrawal bleed occurs during the placebo week.
Effects of Birth Control on Your Body
You’re 15 years old, you have really bad acne, and your periods are heavy and painful. So, you go to the doctor. The nurse sees you, takes some notes and 20 minutes later the doctor comes in. Without asking about your diet, lifestyle, exercise levels, stress levels, or testing your hormone levels,
staci york 💛🍋

staci york 💛🍋

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birth control made me have a cryptic pregnancy
i have never been someone who goes to drs unless im very sick, last may i started to have excruciating cramps every single morning & i felt like i had something wrong w my appendix. i of course had taken multiple pregnancy tests which all came back negative i was still getting my period as well
brooke hopkins

brooke hopkins

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My Experience Coming Off Birth Control 💊
Coming off BIRTH CONTROL was a roller coaster ride of a journey, I am not going to lie to you 😟 BUT I DON’T REGRET IT AT ALL BECAUSE IT IS THE BEST THING I HAVE DONE FOR MYSELF!!!! It was one of the most challenging things I experienced because it entailed learning and unlearning a lot of things
Paola Michelle

Paola Michelle

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why you should use ✨birth control✨
🌻in no way is this forcing anyone, bashing anyone against THEIR OWN BELIEFS! i support every decision that someone makes for themselves! this is just educating girls that aren’t aware, or are looking for a alternative for their periods or doing the deed!!!🌻 🌻birth control should be held / discus
alisha🪽💐💝

alisha🪽💐💝

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Tenaculum is used to secure the cervix during IUD placement. #iudinsertion #iudplacement #birthcontrol
Dr. Sadovskaya💊Health Guide

Dr. Sadovskaya💊Health Guide

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A close-up of a Nexplanon product card with a pair of red sunglasses emoji, and the text 'Let's talk birth control' at the top.
Medical supplies including gauze, cotton swabs, a syringe, and blue gloves laid out on a surface, with text indicating it's the second time getting Nexplanon.
An arm with a beige bandage wrapped around the upper arm, seen from inside a car, with text stating 'It is not the same as the first time'.
Let’s talk birth control
I know having kids is a blessing but I am not ready for more I am good with my 2 beautiful baby’s for now Idk how I would do it with 3. I have Nexplanon but I am tired of these periods! The 1st time I got it I had 1 long period then never again for those 3 years nd this time it is clearly differe
Mariana

Mariana

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A close-up of an arm with a bandage and a purple bruise, indicating the site of a recent birth control implant insertion.
An arm extended, showing a bandage and a purple bruise from a different angle, consistent with a recent birth control implant.
Medical supplies laid out on a tray, including a Nexplanon implant box, alcohol pads, gauze, gloves, and a syringe, for birth control insertion.
Got back on Birthcontrol 😣
I’m about to vent so tmi: I’ve had the implant since I was a sophomore in high school. My mom wanted me to be safe than sorry because we never really had the sex talk because I never really opened up about boys until about my junior year when I got my first “official” bf and he introduced himself
Tabs🖤

Tabs🖤

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Coming off of birth control
I have had many clients come off birth control and the main concern is the drastic hormonal fluctuations that can occur when stopping. While there is usually a grace period until our body readjusts, it can be helpful to support her via nutrition in order to guide her towards hormonal homeostasi
Daryl Marie

Daryl Marie

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Birth Control
#birthcontrol #Lemon8Diary #lemon8
Raven Head

Raven Head

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A medical tray holds a Nexplanon box, bandages, and other supplies, with text indicating a 14-month experience with Nexplanon.
A young woman in a black bra top and denim shorts takes a mirror selfie in June 2023, before Nexplanon insertion.
The same woman in a black bra top and matching bottoms takes a mirror selfie in May 2024, 11 months after Nexplanon insertion.
what the nexplanon did to my ✨physical appearance✨
i emphasize on “physical appearance” because there was/ are much more affects that my overall body has experienced from the nexplanon. i originally got the nexplanon in order to stop my period 🩸as i had/ have really bad nausea when i’m on my cycle. however, after getting the nexplanon i had bled fo
sincerelyamani

sincerelyamani

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New Birth Control 🌸
Starting tomorrow a lil scared to start using this birth control, I’ve always had an IUD. I’ve read couples of reviews ehh but still nervous 🤷🏽‍♀️ Any advice would be greatly appreciated ☺️ I’ll keep y’all updated on the 👍Pros and 🤔Cons #feminineenergy #birthcontrolawareness #advice
Bunny

Bunny

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I threw away my birth control … this happened
AIN’T NO WAY IM HAVING A BABY Okay okay. This is my journey with birth control … WITHOUT BIRTH CONTROL ✨I lost A LOT of weight ✨More confidence in myself and my body ✨HEALTHIER & balanced hormones ✨More motivated and extrovert. ✨My depression went away I full on started
Annelisa

Annelisa

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My Pros & Cons of Birth Control
Why I decided to go on birth control in the first place was because it was actually my mom's idea because I kept complaining about how painful and heavy my periods were. I honestly did like not having my period or have lighter flow, but for me it was NOT worth the risk. Another thing I didn'
Ari

Ari

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First OTC birth control pill, yay or nay?
First OTC birth control pill now on the shelves and available in bulk at Costco I saw them for the first time recently at a drug store and this is a much better price per pill. Btw is you don’t know Opill, it is the first over the counter oral contraceptives. You do not need to have a prescription
Gaia💌

Gaia💌

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MY experience with BIRTH CONTROL
I’m 24 and I’ve been on birth control CONSISTENTLY since i was 15 years old. I was put on the NEXPLANON BC due to horrible period cramps and heavy periods. Nexplanon is an implant that is inserted into your arm, and lasts 3/4 years. While I was on this BC, I stopped getting periods completely an
pao

pao

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why i got on birth control at 16
🌱 — i know birth control is such a controversial topic, but for my own health reasons i did decide at a young age to get on it. i already knew that the women in my family has a history of heavy cycles & that they often lost more blood than you’re meant to on your menstrual & i knew that my m
ciara janaé ꨄ︎

ciara janaé ꨄ︎

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