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My mother wants me to go on birth control because she fears I may become pregnant. I don't really have sex (only like once every few months). When I do have sex we use a condom and the pull out method.  My period is already really easy to track and it's extra light and only lasts 2 to 3 days.... I haven't had a pregnancy scare at all. I am just not sure if I should take the birth control. Please help... Thank you.

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If you're sexually active and do not want to get preggers I would reccomend getting on birth control. You never know what can happen, even if you don't have sex often. It's better to be safe than sorry ?

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You should talk to your doctor to see if the pill's right for you. Personally, I like being on the pill just for that added layer of security. My boyfriend and I worked out that using the pill and condoms had a 1/5000 chance of them both failing! And even then there's no guarantee of conception. 
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Your mom is just looking out for you. If you are sexually active, (even if it's not a few times a year) it's a good idea to have protection. From what you've said you already use condoms and pull out, so I would say you are preventing pregnancy and using protection. It's up to you if you want to try the pill. If your cramps aren't bad and your flow isn't heavy, no real bad PMS symptoms, then I would say no, but do please continue to use protection and talk to your mom about what steps you are already taking to prevent an unwanted pregnancy!

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It would decrease the chances of you getting pregnant. There is always the chance the condom could break and that way if it does, you have back up with the pill. You just have to take it on time everyday at the same time.

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If you're sexually active having birth control as a backup to the condom is always a good thing. If you're hooking up with guys (as in not only one guy) then DEFINITELY get on birth control pills. But if you do use bc pills just remember to always use condoms (STDs)

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Better safe than sorry!

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I suggest the ring or IUD

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It depends. The pill is a strong drug with side effects. Occasional protected sex like you report doesn't necessarily warrant the use of long term pill. IMO. You're already being safe x

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