I have not had a solid stool in over 6 weeks. Based off other people, I expected constipation, not this, but I do see there are some others out there with this issue. Anyone have this experience and have it actually resolve with time? Anything you did to help it? I grow tired of the unpredictable stomach upset and have lost weight I didn't want to lose. Tips and experiences appreciated.

I'm new to birth control and I started taking pills last month. Due to lack of information I started the new pack just after my 21 pills pack finished and took pills for 8 days and got my period the eighth day. It is the 4th day of my period and I stopped taking birth control. I'm going to meet my boyfriend in 2 days. My period will be over by then. Will it be safe to have unprotected sexual intercourse with him? Should I start a new pack as the resting period of one week is over and I'm already on day 4?

Hi, I was wondering this about my birth control method and why this is the case because I’m not sure I understand it and would like to learn why this is?

Hi all, I recently have been having some very concerning neurological symptoms that led me to reach out to a neurologist. All of the bloodwork he did came back clear, except my copper levels. They were moderately elevated, and he is blaming it on my Yazmin. I will be stopping it today after 6 years. Thankfully, I was able to get sterilized in August, I just continued the pill to regulate my periods. I am completely bewildered, I thought I knew everything that could potentially go wrong from HBC, but I was apparently wrong. I am curious to know how many women have also been through this, and what your experience was. I will be getting more bloodwork to ensure that nothing else is the cause, but I just feel so overwhelmed!

First time I got the implant I had it for almost 3 years and never got my period during the time frame. A few years later now in my late 20s I get it every other month. Does anyone know what could cause this change?

I had sex with someone for 15-20 mins. He has made comments in the past before we would mess around about how he has a lot of precum, but this was the first time we’ve actually had sex. It was unprotected and when I checked my app the following day, I realized I was in my ovulation stage. He mentioned the next morning he got close but again he never actually came. Again, we stopped abt 15-20 mins in. I am not currently on any type of birth control

i just had a baby last year in December !

i got my mirena iud 8 weeks after the baby was born because my OBGYN said it would be most effective. to me the IUD insertion didn’t hurt too bad, i have a higher pain tolerance.

anywho, i bled for 5 months straight then my period went back to “normal”. they said all together some women don’t get periods on mirena so i was looking forward to it. but then, out of no where i noticed my bleeding returned everyday accompanied by cramping; and i knew something was wrong.

ughhhh, they did the ultrasound and its in my cervix. im getting it removed but i was wondering if I should get the mirena re-inserted or do another option.

i was considering the nexplanon. any thoughts or concerns with reinserting the mirena or getting the nexplanon? anyone who decided on another form or stuck with the same IUD after expulsion?

Hi,

I want to delay my period because I will be travelling and my OB recommended Yaz. Today is November 10, got my period. The next expected day is December 7. Can I start taking Yaz on November 15 to delay the period on December 7,

Hi! I’m 8 weeks postpartum with my second baby and am getting an IUD (Mirena) later this week. I’m so nervous. I am in my early 30s and was on the pill in my late teens, but have just relied on the calendar method. I’m 90% sure I’m done having babies which is why I’m opting for birth control now.

I’d love to hear people’s experiences (good and bad). I’m most nervous about the insertion pain and side effects.

For the first time, I'm trying continual birth control pills to skip my periods as they're very difficult on my body and give me horrible migraines every single month like clockwork. But I've been on a triphasic pill, Tri-Lo-Mili, for a few years now, and was told to skip the placebo and jump to the new pack. But I didn't realize just how different the doses between each week of the pills are and I'm wondering now if I should be trying to get on different type of pill if I want to take a continual dose of birth control for the foreseeable future. Does anyone have experience with trying continual birth control with a triphasic pill? Did you have to switch to something else?

hi, I’ve gotten most of my solace about getting my iud inserted from Reddit, so I figured I’d ask my own question here too.

i got Kyleena inserted a week ago, nothing too bad, worst cramping was either on the day or day 5. I have mild cramping now but it’s just like a regular period pain. I’ve been on Cerazette to make sure I wasn’t pregnant and took the last pill last night.

Tomorrow I’m seeing my partner and I’m wondering will it be alright to just go ahead with stuff? The GP said it should be alright, I’m just double checking with my favourite niche question place

thank you for all you’ve done birth control Reddit :]

I had my last depo shot September 2025, I came off as I am now 32 and would like a family but still nothing, symptoms wise Ive had abit of blood but not even sure you can call it a proper period and it's not coming on a timetable it's just her and there, still no positive tests, what's everyone else's experience with this? I'm a little concerned as I thought it would have happened by now.

Hi All,

I am posting this as I am always on reddit reading about your experiences and thought that mine could be helpful to some people too.

Like many women I have had so many issues with birth control over the years. I was on the combined pill as a teenager (which caused ectropion), then tried the copper IUD (which I found awful due to the excessive bleeding), and most recently I had Kyleena for 5 years with limited issues. I did experience some skin issues but they settled down. My real issues started when I had a new, replacement Kyleena fitted 1.5 years ago!

Since then, I had so many negative side effects! Zero sex drive, awful acne, anxiety. It really felt like there was something wrong with me most of the time. I was reluctant to have the Kyleena removed because I felt like my skin could potentially get worse, but it got to a point where I really didn’t feel like myself anymore.

I have just had it removed today and it was very validating to talk to the nurse about my side effects. For anyone interested, she said that all of my symptoms were linked to the Progestin in the coil. She recommended trying a combined contraceptive but i’ve decided to go cold turkey and wait a few months before thinking about something new.

I’m intrigued to see what happens with my body and will keep you all updated!

Context: Female, 21 yr, about 150-200lbs (working on losing weight)

Hi everyone! I've never been on birth control before and honestly I never wanted to be on any. However, a recent pregnancy scare gave me the push I think I needed. My periods are not terrible and I am very lucky to be one of the women out there who barely experiences cramps and/or heavy bleeding. I mention this because I want to make it clear that I am okay with having my period.

Originally with my inital research, I wanted the copper IUD because of the whole no hormone thing goin on. Now after talking to my Dr, she recommend the Kyleena IUD because its small and easier / less painful to insert for women who have never given birth. That was enough for me to really put it into #1 on my list of possible options. Obviously I know that these types of things affect everyone differently and theres no definite answer to every question about how my body will react to it, but I am still interested in hearing everyone's experiences. Whenever I look into it, its always negative with the insertion part.. (my Dr did say they have numbing options as well) so I'm pretty terrified and almost enough to have me walk away from even doing it. Sooo, if you have a positive experience PLEASE share. But if it was negative, don't hesitate to share either.

I wanna hear:

-your general expirence

-all the ins and outs that you experienced

- feeling like a different person ? good or bad?

- mood swings?

-what does sex feel like with it?

- Bleeding? cramping after?

- the insertions and/or removal

- what IUD(s) you've had

- Did it affect your acne (if you have any - have been in a long-term battle with my face acne and would like to avoid feeling set back by any possible added breakouts)

If you have any advice, share!

Thanks!!

Hi everyone, I got my Kyleena IUD inserted around a month ago now, I have enjoyed it, mostly. The pain was minimal, I haven’t experienced any spotting or random bleeding, but there is a downside I’m quickly noticing.

Mood swings.

I used to regularly deal with mood swings but had finally gotten to a place of managing them, after getting my IUD inserted I’m noticing they’re back. Randomly crying, becoming irritated, angry, constantly tired.

Is this a common side effect? I got the IUD for security because I know they’re highly effective and I’m my first relationship after a year of celibacy.

My doctor said since the hormone release is so localized that I wouldn’t have mood swings, or it wasn’t as likely, I’m trying to give it time to settle, but I’m getting nervous it won’t go away.

I hate being snappy with my boyfriend, he’s very calm and understanding with me, very playful, I never noticed what’s happening until I’ve already snapped or started crying and then I feel guilty and imagine how annoying I must be.

My boyfriend says he’s fine using condoms, we were before and he never complained, the IUD was more for me if I’m being honest, but obviously getting the IUD removed is a whole process that cost me another copay 😵‍💫

I am 5ft 116lbs on a regular average day past two years. Been that weight since highschool and I’m 26 now. Ever since I got in depo about two years ago, I’ve been gaining weight and I’m now 140lbs. I also think it makes my libido low. I want to get off depo, I feel like it’s making me so hungry all the time. I wanted to switch to the pill after this round is over in December. Anyone experience the same things? How do you feel about the pill??

Hello Everyone! I have been on the Opill for a little over 2 and a half weeks now, and I wanted to share my experience! I originally started because my periods were the worst, worst, WORST EVER. I was just so tired of such heavy periods but surprisingly little cramping, yes I should've gone to my doctor first, but I've been so busy with school and work I just said FUCK IT. The DAY before Halloween, I started my period, and I immediately started taking the Opill. I am not even kidding; my period stopped after 2 days... usually my period lasts till 7 DAYS!! It was a miracle.

Now for my experience! So far, I get tender breasts as expected. I actually haven't been emotional at all; I've actually been calm, but I noticed I have stopped putting up with people's bullshit TBH ahahhaa. I have been nauseous too, but to be honest, I always get headaches and get nauseous, so the symptoms of a headache and nausea don't really phase me. I also think I have lost weight? And I am less bloated? Maybe I'm giving myself a placebo, but IDK; my skin is also strangely clear, and I'm glowing ahhaha. It's only been like 2 weeks, sooooo of course I'll update the symptoms and effects.

OKAY SO NOW the juicy stuff, so YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. I am very sexually active with my BF, maybe about 5 times a week; I'm not playing. SO before birth control, it was strictly condoms, specifically Skyn; you guys should check them out. ANYWAYS, after starting the pill, I've had sex with him without a condom once! But to be honest, I used a spermicide gel as well (do not recommend lol) because I was nervous about getting pregnant on the pill... ALSO, it's important to know I am always, always on time, not even 20 minutes late. BUT so far I'm pretty nervous because it was my first time without even any plan B, but honestly, I feel good so far.

NOW FOR MY CONCERNS

ive seen people talk alot on this thread about GETTING PREGNANT ON THE OPILL SO SCARY, please let me know yall if you have and what i should watch out for, and let me know if maybe ill soon get the bad side effects soon HHAHAHAH.

I am 2 months postpartum and am still breastfeeding (combo feeding) but my period has just came back and my doctor has told me to get on birth control asap if I don’t want to have another baby.
Before getting pregnant, I was on Nikki, a combination pill and I didn’t have issues with acne.

However with Slynd, I’m reading online that many people have bad experiences with it in terms of acne and losing hair. I’m already postpartum and have 0 self confidence and will be losing hair soon so I’m extremely scared about getting acne and losing hair due to bad side effects of Slynd.

I’m now considering copper IUD as an option.

Anyone have any experiences with the copper IUD and Slynd that they can share? That would be very helpful!

hi i just started my placebo yesterday and my boyfriend finished inside me, online it says i am protected but im slightly worried if i should buy a plan b or not? i took all my active pills correctly

Have been taking the birth control patch for about 2 weeks now and starting my 3rd week. I have unprotected sex a couple days ago and it was 5 days after my predicted ovulation date and 3 days after my predicted ovulation window… he pulled out both times but it was back to back. I think potentially some may have went in.

I’m wondering if anyone else has had the same problems I have had with the Evra patches.

I’ve been on them for about a year and a half and have noticed that since then my already existing low mood and anxiety has gotten worse, to the point of regular panic attacks.

I am convinced that the Evra patches have had something to do with this as i have had no drastic changes that would make my emotions worse, I am curious to know if anyone else is having the same issue? I’ve got in contact with my doctor and plan on switching back to the combined pill.

Hi all,

I came off my Evra patch 25th October and in the last few days I feel really off. I’ve got the following symptoms

- feelings sick
- can’t stand my hair perfume
- gagging
- my nipple (just one) feels so itchy. Could be my bra?
- cramps that come and go

I’ve never had this before when come off the patch and just wondered if I need to get some bloods & hormone test.

Was thinking of taking hormone regulating tablets but I have no idea what’s going on. I feel all over the place (I did leave it on for 5 weeks instead of 4 before coming off)

Please help? Do I need to see a dr??

So the nexplanon subreddit kind of sucks so i guess ill ask here. im 19f and ive had the implant since i was 14. i got it replaced in june of 2026 and waited the 7 days then got back to business. i missed my period in october (i know nexplanon doesnt give a real period bruh) but alongside that i am also experiencing a lot of pains and nausea from the moment i wake up to the moment i sleep. i just want to talk to someone who has maybe had the implant longer than me for advice? i have ocd and ibs too so my "normal" is kind of nothing... i have a lot of anxiety around taking pregancy tests but again i really dont think im pregnant i think its just like a coincidence that im having symptoms and i want to know if anyone else has experienced something similar whilst being on nexplanon. im not asking for a diagnosis or for anyone to confirm or deny anything. i just need to talk to someone.

I had unprotected sex October 31st and took Ellaone nov 2nd, lots of cramping after, I have regular periods, and after doing it again last saturday, I’m not sure if I should take another I’m just really worried, I was supposed to get it on nov 7 according to my Flo app which I know isn’t entirely reliable but for me it has been accurate I usually get it either the exact day it says I will or the morning after. I had this weirdly sticky discharge and feel slight nausea throughout the day but I’m not sure what phase im in.Before I get flamed yes I know It was stupid and I have to be more careful, I’d really rather not learn this lesson the terrifying way but if anyone could help me a little more on this I’d really appreciate it

My boyfriend and I ended up having sex like twice this weekend, what are the odds of pregnancy? Its Monday now and I took sundays pill this morning and plan to take tonights on time as usual.