It needs to be taken at the same time every day. I do feel extremely lethargic though? Irregular bleeding is one of the most common reasons for discontinuation of use of the mini pill. All of the methods are very quickly reversible (except the injection - it can take a few months to get periods back again). It is possible to get pregnant before you have your first period and if you’re breastfeeding. "info on it here http://www.yasmin-us.com/aboutyasmin_1.htm" (Note: … I (late 20s) was on various pills for a long time with no breaks, most recently mini pill for the last few years. Please help us to keep Contraception Choices freely available. One of the best “side effects” of the pill is that long … It’s fine to have been on the pill from a young age, and for many years – there is no need for a break, It's good to have a routine which reminds you to take the pill, different pills have different rules for when they should be taken. Recommended methods: Implant, Injection, Mini pill, IUD, IUS, Condoms. If you have medical concerns, please seek medical attention; if you think your problem could be acute, do so immediately. Started taking the mini pill about 8 days ago. In women with darker skin, a visible line can develop where the implant is resting. Mumsnet hasn't checked the qualifications of anyone posting here. If you had lighter and less painful bleeding on the pill it is possible that you find your periods more bothersome once you have come off the pill. Hi all, Re-joined babycentre today I’ve got two children and I have been in this situation before but I can’t remember much as my youngest is 4 and it seems like a life time ago some days! I think the hormones released with the mirena are exactly the same as Cerazette? Different brands of pill suit different women, so it's worth trying another if this happens. I'm thinking now whether to stop taking it altogether, am not taking it for contraception reasons but for hormones. That makes me uneasy. OK so next question. The mini pill and Diane 35 are also rumoured to cause weight loss, however, Dr Elizabeth Farrell, Medical Director and gynaecologist at Jean Hailes for Women’s Health warns the contraceptive pill should never be used for weight loss. Hi. There are 28 pills in a pack of progestogen-only pills. The combined pill, contraceptive patch and vaginal ring may make it harder for your milk to come in (because they contain the hormone estrogen). The minipill is a type of birth control pill.It’s made with progestin, a man-made form of the hormone progesterone your body makes.. However, in the … Since it’s on the inside of the arm, the implant is discreet. I havent been able to lose, so ive stopped trying.I havent gained either. I barley even eat the amounts I used to before taking the pill and i'm very unhappy with the weight gain, so I'm thinking of coming off the marverlon and pill(s) all together for a few months, see if my weight goes back to what it used to be or close to. The steady level of hormones usually means that period bleeding is lighter, and also less painful. Some women get mood changes when they are not on hormonal contraception, and some women get mood changes when they are on hormonal contraception. The contraceptive implant, injection, progestogen-only pill, IUD, IUS and condoms are safe if you are breastfeeding. Can someone tell me once and for all if the mini-pill/POP/ceraze tte makes you put WEIGHT on !?! Men can talk to their partners about when they would like to have a baby, and ask her about her preferred methods of contraception, If you're fully breastfeeding (only giving your baby breast milk), If you haven't had your first period since giving birth, if there are long intervals between feeds during the day or night, if the baby is having other liquids as well as your breast milk. Which methods are best at preventing pregnancy? Roskva. During this week you should express and discard your breast milk, because the effects of ellaOne® on breastfed babies have not been studied. It’s safe to use two or three pill packets back to back to delay a period, going straight from one packet on to the next with no break (or changing the patch once a week with no break, or using the vaginal ring continuously). Expat I think I have read every one of your side effects, most of them pretty worrying. Does the mini pill cause weight gain? Lots of women find that their periods are much less painful when they are using hormonal contraception. not a mini pill thou if BF. The mini pill is quite short acting, so needs to be taken at roughly the same time every day. Breastfeeding can help to prevent pregnancy on three conditions: Breast feeding can be 98% effective in preventing pregnancy if all three conditions apply. You can download an app or set a reminder on your phone to help you remember, One pill might suit someone really well, and another might cause moodiness, hunger, nausea, or less desire for sex. If an unplanned pregnancy would be a big concern. Every woman is unique, and there are different kinds of pills available, so it’s worth trying a few different brands of combined pill to find one which suits, The POP may stop periods. Even qualified doctors can't diagnose over the internet, so do bear that in mind when seeking or giving advice. Once the contraception is stopped, the body returns to it's normal cycle. It’s going to take a while to go back to ‘normal’ You’ll bleed when you first stop the pill, but this will … Would be nice to be losing weight and having hormones balanced though. Mini Pill Weight Loss The Answer is Deep Rest When your sleep is shallow, your body does not gain from all the detoxing that takes place during deep sleep. I am on a weight loss diet and so far I know have been doing really really well and have stuck with it the longest ever, about 3 months. Does it decrease libido? My local council...... is this slightly OTT? To use this feature subscribe to Mumsnet Premium - get first access to new features see fewer ads, and support Mumsnet. to demand that MIL pay for my private medical treatment? depression, anger, tearfulness. Some progestogen only pills temporarily stop your ovaries from releasing an egg each month, so periods may be less frequent, or stop temporarily. I never really related it to cerazzete though. Studies show that most women stay the same weight – 1 in 10 women put on weight, and 1 in 10 lose weight while they are on the pill. Your periods may be irregular when you first come off the pill, and you should allow up to 3 months for your natural menstrual cycle to fully re-establish itself. Follow the instructions that come with your pill packet – missing pills or taking the pill alongside other medicines can reduce its effectiveness. I have always been overweight but since the birth of ds2 and no contraception i have shed LOADS of weight... These seem to be major concerns in women when deciding on a contraceptive method. PLEASE. 6. If there is no ovulation, there is no pain. The hormonal methods of contraception work by levelling the ups and downs, and by stopping an egg being released (ovulation). If the pill is taken at the right time without missing any, no episodes of vomiting or diarrhoea, no other medications that could make the pill less effective, it is more than 99% effective – meaning that out of 100 women taking the pill, less than 1 will have an unintended pregnancy per year. Most women (seven out of ten) will have no periods after a year of using the injection. But the risk of pregnancy becomes higher: Once your baby is more than 6 months old, you will need to use another contraceptive method even if you are fully breastfeeding and haven’t had a period. It is safe, and there is no harm to future fertility in having a break from periods. In fact the opposite has been reported by some–that starting the pill can cause you to gain weight. I’m 23 now, and had been on the pill since I was 16. Contraceptive implant Studies on the contraceptive implant show a similar pattern to other methods of contraception. So for example a woman can choose to have a period once every three months only. The main way the mini-pill works is by thickening the mucus from your cervix, (neck of the womb) and makes the lining of the womb thinner so that it is much less likely a fertilised egg will settle and grow. This is page 1 of 2 (This thread has 35 messages.). And withdrawal don't go there, so i guess it will have to be some kind of pill or another. pinions - try the pill yazmin or jasmin it is designed for women who put weight on with pills. I hate the word alone. The combined pill, contraceptive patch and vaginal ring should not be used in the first 3 weeks after having a baby. Hormonal contraception makes it possible to have no periods at all. The lowest hormone level of all the methods is the IUS (hormonal coil) which is released into the womb slowly over 5 years. Some health problems mean that the implant won’t be suitable, but most women can have it. I am desperate to know of a pill that doesn't exhaust me. Find out more about where to get the mini pill here, To find out more about how the body works, click here. Weight, health, stress, exercise and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can all influence your cycle. If i stop breastfeeding then am i right in thinking periods will start pretty normally and therefore hormones back to normal?? I have just looked down at myself and I now feel a HUGE FAT BLOATER and feel like i've just put back on about a stone. Blood doesn’t build up inside, because the womb lining stays thin. WE are talking literally 8 days and I have been eating exactly the same and if anything less? But I decided to come off the pill two years ago in order to 'give my body a break' but I have started putting on weight, especially in the lower tummy. Make sure you follow the instructions in the patient information leaflet for the new brand you’re taking. Start the new mini pill the day after taking the final mini pill in your current pack. Find out more about periods here, When women come off the POP, fertility returns to normal, meaning that it’s possible to get pregnant within a few days or weeks. I started taking the pill and two and a bit years later i'm 12 stone. The Combined Pill, The Patch and The Vaginal Ring are best for controlling when periods come, since these contain the hormone estrogen. Whether you choose to stay on the Pill or to come off it, supporting your body through optimal nutrition and lifestyle should be high on your list. I know for a fact that I have lost weight cos I have just chucked 12 pairs of trousers which are now HUGE (have been strictly following GI diet). Yes if it continues will have to go back. Women’s hormones naturally go up and down. 3) There is some question in pharmaceutical circles about whether the mini-Pill might lose some of its effectiveness on women who weigh more than 150 pounds. Have heard that the injection/implanon also makes you put on weight? Weight loss tablets and the Pill Last updated 23.02.2014 This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. It can help women feel more energetic if they are not losing iron each month in a period. Studies on the mini pill have shown that some people experience a small gain in body fat storage, as well as a drop in the size of their muscles, when using the pill long-term. Not using it for contraception at all. I was on it, for a yr, I actually lost weight but this was because i was watching what I was eating. The leaflet that comes with Cerazette does list tiredness as a potential side effect, and if it's making you feel the way it made me feel, that is not good. And that the coil that I REALLY don't like the idea of can fall out!? Women don’t need a break from the progestogen only pill (POP) It’s safe to take from teenage to the menopause (for most women). Have got to say that on the whole mood wise I feel slightly better, was at the omg I'm gonna rip someones head off stage and now feel much more on an even keel so to speak. Pills are taken at the same time every day continuously, 365 days a year – without a break. Pinions, I would go back to your doctor and discuss whether there are any other options for you. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. The Combined Pill, The Patch or The Vaginal Ring can make breasts bigger, since these contain the hormone estrogen. I am on a weight loss diet and so far I know have been doing really really well and have stuck with it the longest ever, about 3 months. The progestogen-only pill (the mini-pill) is taken every single day without any breaks. Some of the side effects you may get when coming off the pill include: Heavy bleeding and painful periods; Weight loss; Losing some of the extra benefits of the pill, like improvements to acne and hirsutism (female facial hair) if you had them while you were on the pill; Mood swings The contraceptive implant, injection, progestogen-only pill and condoms can be started immediately after having a baby. Find out more about where to get the mini pill here. Not sure which type of contraception is right for you? Started taking the mini pill about 8 days ago. Am bf and feel that "due on" any day now feeling, but nothing actually arrives iyswim.It has been like this for about 5 wks and I'm at my wits end as no-one seems to have the answer really. That indicates you don’t shed visceral fat, as well as have a greater danger of heart disease, hypertension, and also Type 2 Diabetes. But for many women, one of the most off-putting charges against the contraceptive pill is that it makes us fat. So this is why the doctor gave me the mini pill. Hormonal contraception works by levelling the normal ups and downs of women’s hormones, and by stopping an egg being released (ovulation). Came off when I was trying for my daughter. Most pills work by stopping an egg from being released from your ovary and therefore any bleeding on the pill or scheduled pill free breaks is usually not a period. Emergency oral contraception (Emergency pills) are safe after having a baby but are not needed until 21 days after birth. You can decide when a bleed will happen, and can also take the pill, patch or ring continuously to temporarily stop your periods. You need to take 1 pill every day within either 3 or 12 hours of the same time each day, depending on … I put on weight to begin with, but that was cos I was eating my bodyweight in food daily. I was on Yasmin before this but my new doctor told me I shouldn't be on it because of my weight but I never had any side effects from it. I have just been prescribed Cerazette but am going to see the doctor today as everyone of the side effects I got when I had the mirena coil and have just lost a shed load of weight and got my skin sorted so I really don't want a pill to reverse all those things! Don't think the doctors have ever mentioned it either, probably costs too much. It contains a hormone which is very similar to one of women's own hormones. Fertility awareness methods are less reliable while breastfeeding because it is difficult to identify the signs of fertility. choosing a different brand of pill). Am also telling dh if he doesn't want anymore kids he can have the chop. Never heard of it b4 mn. I have been on the pill since teenager. Sometimes the pill makes women feel more hungry. You can get the pill for free from your GP, family planning/contraception clinics, and sexual health clinics. There’s no need to have a period every month – on the pill, patch or ring it’s easy to control when a period comes, by taking the method continuously without a break. This is because if you get pregnant again quickly, the next baby might be too small, or be born too soon. If you're using a hormonal method of contraception, a very small amount of hormone will enter the milk, but this has not been shown to be harmful to breastfed babies. Studies show that most women stay the same weight – 1 in 10 women put on weight, and 1 in 10 lose weight while they are on the pill, It’s safe to take from teenage to the menopause (for most women). Hi. The best method to stop periods is the [Injection]. However, allowing for the ups and downs of life – the average user can expect it to be around 92% effective – meaning that out of 100 women taking the pill around 8 will have an unintended pregnancy per year. I then decided to lose weight and managed to easily and got down to a size 10 (whilst still on the pill), Cerazette made me terminally tired - like deadly, absolutely no energy, I must be ill kind of tired - so yes, I gained weight, because I didn't have the energy to do anything (I realised it was the Cerazette when I missed 2 in a row and felt better than I had in months). Periods can be delayed by using the The Combined Pill, The Patch or The Vaginal Ring continuously. And if you get pregnant while taking it, there’s an increased risk of birth defects. Leaflet: Contraception after having your baby. Nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned (45%) – but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are unwanted. Often swapping to a different method solves the problem (e.g. No, stopping the pill is not directly associated with weight gain. I wish studies were done showing which brand leads more commonly to which side affects. Cerazette made me lose weight (too much) and made my hair fall out. Anecdotally, the mini-Pill is nowhere near as effective. If they are not fitted within the first 48 hours, fitting should be at least four weeks after giving birth. Came off the pill Dec 2018 and started TTC immediately. You’ll be protected from pregnancy immediately as long as you’ve not missed any pills in the last 2 days, or taken them at a different time from usual. Periods. Lol. An unplanned pregnancy can cause stress for both women and men, and using contraception such as condoms is a way for men to have control over when they become a father. Talk widget showing discussions of the day & trending threads, Subscribe to Mumsnet emails direct to your inbox, http://www.yasmin-us.com/aboutyasmin_1.htm. You might lose 'weight' Quite often, the 'weight' gained on the Pill is mistaken for fat. Coming Off The Mini Pill Weight Loss Top Mlm Dietary Supplements Loss Of Several Weight Percent Of The Product Work What Curbs Appetite Naturally Diet Pills Colon Cleanse Curve Appetite Pills Coming Off The Mini Pill Weight Loss High Potency Tail Fly Fishing Magazine. There are some benefits to stopping periods - less bleeding helps to save iron (many women are anaemic because of their periods). So if you’re breastfeeding, it’s best to wait until your baby is six weeks old before starting one of these methods. I know for a fact that I have lost weight cos I have just chucked 12 pairs of trousers which are now HUGE (have been strictly following GI diet). Can anyone explain this please!! These changes make the diaphragm less good at preventing pregnancy. Which methods are the easiest to keep secret? re weight gain - i follow as a general rule the GI diet - even for weight maintenance. Bloating should improve as this is a common side effect of the pill but there is no actual evidence that the pill causes you to gain weight (although … I had to take it after the doc discovered I had an anticoagulation disorder, making the combo pill off limits because of the estrogen. To find out more about how the body works, click here. Some methods are quite likely to stop periods so there is no bleeding at all, or only occasional light bleeding. Having no periods on contraception is a temporary effect which is completely reversible, and makes no difference to future fertility - having no bleeding does not affect the chance of getting pregnant in future. The mini pill is EVIL! Find out your top three methods. Also feeling really spacey/confused half the time...I NEED a period aaarghhhhhhh! You should have 3 normal, regular periods before using fertility awareness methods. You can get pregnant as soon as 21 days after having a baby. Using it to stop pmt rage!! The advice is to wait for 18 months or longer before becoming pregnant again. Condoms I hate. Most hormonal contraception is very good at making periods lighter. If you use the emergency pill containing ulipristal acetate (ellaOne®) you should not breastfeed for one week after taking it. Hormonal contraception is very good at reducing period pain. When there is no period, the lining of the womb stays thin - blood doesn’t build up inside the body. Emergency contraception (IUD and emergency pills) are safe when breastfeeding. The implant, pills, patches, and the ring are all ‘low dose’ methods. A period will come when you stop the method (for a week). There'll be hormonal changes and your body and mind might feel a little different while you get used to it. i have no idea, sorry, but it may take a few weeks to settle into your system. Hormonal contraception works by levelling out hormones, and so can be ideal for reducing PMT/PMS. 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