There are numerous options, I will give a list with some pros and cons of each.

1) Progesterone Only & Combined Pill:

Im not sure fully on how the differ in effects, but generally speaking, the major issues with taking a pill is that you have to remember to take it everyday at the same time for it be as effective as it can be.

2) Contraceptive Implant:

This is what I have, it is good as it is progesterone only and I cannot have oestrogen. It is fitted with local anaesthetic and a needle, it is removed with a small procedure. It lasts for 3 years.

3) Non-Hormonal Coil (IUD) or Hormonal Coil (IUS):

This can be painful to put in and is not recommended for people new to sex. It can last 3-5 years depending on which one you get. The IUD is useful if you can’t have oestrogen like me.

4) Contraceptive Patch:

It goes on your arm and needs changing every week I think. This is a very visible form of contraceptive but non invasive.

5) Contraceptive Injection:

An injection that is required every 12 weeks. It can be painful to have needles frequently and there is issues that it may damage the body long term if you plan to use this method for a long period of time.

Overall, all of these methods will alter your hormones and bodies in various ways.

Common negative side effects of most contraceptives are that they can cause:

- weight gain

- acne

- mood swings/low mood

- heavy and/or very irregular periods

- less sex drive

Common positive side effects are that they can cause:

- light and/or regular periods

- help balance hormones and mood swings

- they can eliminate acne

Contraceptives can be really hit and miss and often it is trail and error with both contraceptives and brands of contraceptives. I would talk to a doctor or google using trusted medical websites such as NHS or Healthline to find out more about what specific contraceptive you would like. I also want to point out that most contraceptives can take up to a year for your body to get used to.

In my experience, the implant was a rocky road for the first year; I bled for 3 months straight, then I had cycles varying from 3 weeks to 2 months long - it.was a journey. But after a year of having it, my periods are pretty regular and super light - I use pantiliners most periods because of how light I am.

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