So I've been sexually actively for quite some time, I've used condoms in the past but me and my bf of two years have never used them. I want to use some kind of BC but I've heard so many horror stories about them. Which one works best for you?

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I've used the pill and currently have an IUD.
Both have been fantastic for me.

There are horror stories about all medication, from everyday painkillers, to antibiotics, and yes, birth control.

The extreme side effects are rare when you look at the number who experience them and compare that to the total users.
The likelyhood of you being one of those "horror stories" is statistically very, very, VERY unlikely.

You're far more likely to have a car accident tomorrow than have extreme side effects due to birth control.

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I was on the pill for 2 years but I never really liked the idea of putting all those fake hormones into my body. I switched to the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) - not to be confused with the rhythm method!  Basically the jist is that you learn all about your body and when you're fertile days are and then you only need to use another form of contraceptive during that time. At first I was kinda skeptical but after doing more research, I found that it's totally legit and scientific.  I highly recommend you check it out, it's the best thing you can do for your body :)
Resources to check out: Femmehead on YouTube (she's awesome and super knowledgable) and the book 'Taking Charge of Your Fertility' by Toni Weschler.

I hope you take time to look into this, it's really amazing to know so much about your body and to know exactly what everything means while avoiding pregnancy. (Does not prevent STIs or anything like that though, still need a condom there)

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I use the nuvaring and I love it! I know exactly when my period is going to be every month!

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The pill has been the best BC for me. I've tried the shot and the ring, and I didn't really like them. I then went on a low dose pill. It has the lowest side effects.

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I like the pill because I can be in total control over my cycle! If I need to skip my period I can do that or if I want it to be earlier/later I can do that too. It's all about preference and lifestyle which one will work best for you! Talk to a doctor and they can get you on the right track. I recommend planned parenthood. They are reliable and safe!

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I've used the pill and the nuva ring. Had no issues with either.

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The pill caused severe symptoms I stopped and about 3.5 months later I started nuvaring. I find it better so far because it's a constant low doese and only stays in the vaginal region instead a pill going through your entire body to get to where it has to go.

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I'm back on the same pill, I was on at 18. Made me a psycho. I got back on nuvaring, in the past it gave me yeast infections and nausea. The reason I stopped it for 1-2 days because it was expensive for me. I got back on the same pill, I mentioned above. The only thing I experienced was emotional (crying), nervousness, hives, moodiness, etc. I started on day 1 of my cycle. I've now been bleeding for 7 days straight. Yesterday night I thought it was fading out, but no it hasn't. But I'll ride it out. So many birth control options out there, I've used the pill (trisprintec), nuvaring, depo provera shot, withdrawal, male condoms, FAM, spermicidal film, today sponge.

So I've been sexually actively for quite some time, I've used condoms in the past but me and my bf of two years have never used them. I want to use some kind of BC but I've heard so many horror stories about them. Which one works best for you?

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