Birth Control Implant Question

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If you don't mind me asking, has the patch worked well for you?

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Thank you for your advice! I definitely think I won't mess with switching methods until after the wedding

I refuse to use birth control after some bad experiences. So I wont advise against them because you may not have a reaction. But be cautious of ALL the health issues that birth control can cause. The last thing you need is a hospital visit right before your wedding.

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Thank your for sharing your experience with the implant! I really think I'll wait until after the wedding to change birth control methods. I appreciate the feedback!

View Quoted Comment It has! it’s super convenient for me and has been good for traveling and other plans as well. My body adjusted super well to it as well.

I love my implant so much but def would wait if I were you. My bruise was horrible. I seriously had to wear a jacket for like a week and a half because it was my entire bicep. At work my boss pulled me aside and asked if everything was okay 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ So worth it but definitely worth waiting until after your wedding.

I have the Mirena IUD. I have had it since my daughter was born 4 years ago. I love it.


My friend is actually going to her OB this week for the implant!!!! I will keep you posted and give you all the info she gets lol

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I'll have to look into the patch! I'm glad you found a great method

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Thank you for your reply! I'm definitely going to wait until after my wedding to change my BC!

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I appreciate your feedback! And thank you - I hope it goes great for your friend

Not for the arm implant, but I did the shots for 9 or so months and it was the worst mistake I've ever made. It was detrimental to my estrogen & caused a lot of problems going forward that I'm still doing with. So again, I can't speak for the implant but I know personally I'll never use anything beyond the pill again.

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I'm sorry you had that bad experience! Thank you for letting me know about your experience

My cousin had it and it was a NIGHTMARE. I have heard from other multiple people that they had terrible experiences with it, so I'd maybe recommend a different option.

I had the Mirena IUD for 3 years and I never had any issues at all. The insertion was very unpleasant so I'd definitely take pain meds for the cramping and have someone with you to take you to/from appointment!

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Thank you for the feedback!

Implanon in the arm made me suicidal.... I have heard the same from several people.... I have heard positive things about IUD's though

I have the NuvaRing and it is so easy. I have ADD, so it's hard for me to remember a pill every day; you insert it for three weeks, remove it for one to have a period, then start over. It's low dose, too, so it doesn't exacerbate my hormone-induced migraines. I would try this out and then transition to a more permanent solution after the wedding. I don't know you heal, so I'm suggesting this as an alternative to an invasive procedure. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

My friend got an implant and she had this gigantic bruise. Her sister had the same and it made her have a terrible reaction. Obviously other women get implants with no issues but I do know this could be a possibility

I had the implant and it was awful. While it did it's job and I did not get pregnant, the side effects are awful. I had horrific mood swings, depression, and awful weight gain, I hate to be this person but I think it also messed with my metabolism. Prior to getting the implant I was always a steady 130-135lbs (I'm 5'6) I gained 20lbs over the 2 years I had the implant and even a year after having it removed I cannot lose weight and have gained another 10lbs.

I have a copper IUD (Paragard) and IMO it's the best form of birth control and perfect for me. IUDs are super effective, and Paragard uses no hormones and lasts 10-12 years. It's a small copper "t" shaped coil that is inserted into your uterus and prevents an egg from implanting in your uterine lining. Once inserted, you literally don't have to do anything. I'm currently 34, and had my first IUD implanted when I was 20.

Personally, I didn't want hormones at all because I have enough hormones, and didn't want any of the side effects associated with hormonal birth control. My mom had a copper IUD for many years, and then when she decided she wanted a kid she had it removed and conceived me right away. The fact that she never got pregnant with one and it didn't impact her fertility at all convinced me it was the right option for me. IUDs are also the longest lasting form of non-permanent birth control, so after the initial cost and discomfort you really don't have to worry about anything for years.

Personally, I wouldn't start any new form of birth control 3 days before the wedding.