thread: alternative to mini pill post partum

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  1. #1
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    Aug 2006
    On the other side of this screen!!!
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    Can I suggest you try the non-latex condoms - much better than the regular variety. Cost more but well worth it IMO. Plus, let's be realistic about how often you (don't) DTD in the first months - not worth stuffing all those hormones in for such an occasional event LOL.

  2. #2
    Registered User

    Mar 2007
    outer South East Melbourne
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    There's a new birth control thing that gets inserted. Can't remember what it was called but my doc showed it to me recently. I didn't like the look of it though so ended up on mini pill. Not exactly happy with that either but didn't want to take any chances just yet.

    I wouldn't get clamping done unless you are sure you are 100% certain that your family is complete as it's not always reversable.

  3. #3
    Life Subscriber

    Jul 2006
    Brisbane
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    The Mirena is one of the better options for bfing. It is still hormones, but as it is secreted directly to where it's needed it is a much lower dose. Worth looking into anyway, there really are very few options.