Birth control method with least side effects?

Question

So the thing is, I've been on four different types of birth control pills. They all affected my emotions for the worst. The latest failure is Yasmin which I was seemingly fine on for four months but in the past couple of weeks I've found the problem occurring yet again.

I saw someone suggest the patch on another forum as a bc method which didn't cause them mood swings and anxiety, but I saw it also is hormone based. So I wonder if I wouldn't have the same issues on it too.

Hence why I need some suggestions and advice. From personal experience or research, what method would you recommend I try? No more pills though. I think I've given them enough of a chance.

Answer

I'm not a doctor but it sounds to me like you have a reaction to the hormones.

You could try a low hormone pill but I'm going to assume you've already tried it.

If it's hormones, that means the patch and the shot are out, as well as the injection and the IUD (although Mirena is bad news for a lot of people anyway).

There is a copper IUD you can get some places but I've never tried it so I don't have any advice on it.

Otherwise you're looking at barrier contraception. Condoms, diaphragms, spermicide, etc. There are so many different options. Some he wears or uses, some you do. Each has different rates of success and pros and cons.

Depending on your cycle and your personal preference, you could also use timing and the pull out method but without precision from both partners that is not very reliable. It can be used well but you both need to really know your bodies.

If you haven't already, I would talk to your doctor about low dose hormones. Or maybe an IUD may be better for you since it's a constant dose and your body may be able to get used to it better....

I wish I could help more. This is a sucky situation to be in.

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Whatever you do, don't get the shot. So much worse.

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Its suggested to keep on the pill for about six months before your used to it.