1. What contraception are you currently using? Are you happy with it or have you had side effects?  

I take Ortho-Tricyclen Lo. I am pretty happy with it. My period is very consistent...I always know what day I will start. I had some nausea at first, but I am fine now.

2. Which do you consider the best for teenagers to use?

Definately the pill along with other methods because the last thing we need is teen mothers. Teens need to go on with school and life, and have a family when they can focus on the family.
 
3. Do you think birth control should be easier to get? Should we skip doctor appointments? Should it be free?  

It was very easy for me to get. I made an appointment at Planned Parenthood, they had me fill out a form, and then they discussed the pill, birth control, and sex with me so that I understood how the pill works. I think the appointment should be neccessary. Also, I was very happy that I did not have to get an exam.

Cost-wise, I wish it was cheaper. I pay $20 a month. Free would be great, but cheaper would be good too.

Does your school make it easy to get condoms?
Ummm...I don't ever remember them offering them except once in health class when a lady came to talk about STD's.

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2. i think for teenagers, condom is the most important to prevent stds, and they are very easy to get and keep secret from parents if need be, while stll allowing safe sex. ideally tho all couples would be on the pill and have condoms for extra safty if they feel it is needed.

3. i think the pill is as easy to get as should be. u need to go ot the doctors because there are different pills for different people, and they also make sure that u understand about possible effects, how it works and about safe sex in general. as fot the cost, well in aus the one im using is only 20 for 4 months supply

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2. Teenagers should use condoms, providing they know how to use it. This is a guide on how to use them. I think teens should also use another birth control method, such as the girl using the pill. The safer you are, the better.

3. I think birth control should be a little cheaper. A pack of pills a month costs me about $27 with insurance; I don't even want to think about how much it is without it.

With the doctor appointments, we should still keep them. What if we develop a serious side effect? The doctor is there to answer any questions. He or she should also know your history too (any cancer in your family, high blood pressure, heart problems, etc) just in case.

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Main reason why male birth control is not effective:

"Yeah, baby, of course i took my pill, now lets go get funky"

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I just started TriCyclen Lo. $20 a month, no complaints yet.

I really do not go well with condoms though, I must be allergic to latex. They kill my vagina everytime!

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They have non-latex condoms. Look in a pharmacy.

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Quote: from Artistic Drain at 7:51 pm on July 26, 2006

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I just started TriCyclen Lo. $20 a month, no complaints yet.  

 I really do not go well with condoms though, I must be allergic to latex. They kill my vagina everytime!

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They have non-latex condoms. Look in a pharmacy.

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Meh. I am perfectly fine without using condoms. I am in a trustworthy relationship and old enough to make the decision not to use condoms.

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If one, settling a pillow by her head,
Should say: "That is not what I meant at all. That is not it, at all."

(Edited by OpethGirl69 at 10:41 pm on Aug. 5, 2006)

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Give me time I will be clear. Given time you'll understand;
What posesses me to write what you have suffered.
I'm in this mood because of scorn. I'm in a mood for total war.
To the darkened skies once more, and ever onward.

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You neglect to mention male birth control, which is available and said to be 100% effective.

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there is male birth control!! that is kinda kool! wow tell me more

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I believe the only form of contraceptive to be used should be the condom.  The Pill I believe is 'fools gold' in the sense people will think that they are totally safe with it,  but even though the rate of failure on the pill is quite low it doesn't protect the spread of Sexual Diseases,  it's basically hormone therapy the pill causes mood turns and it effectively shuts down your reproductive system which I don't believe is good by any means.  

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It is no longer very risky and is perfect for anyone in a serious/trusting relationship. Or anyone who is sensitive to latex.

It does not shut down your reproductive system and will not make you infertile or anything.

You are correct that it does not protect against diseases and infections. But if you are in a trusting relationship, that shouldn't be a problem.

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If one, settling a pillow by her head,
Should say: "That is not what I meant at all. That is not it, at all."

I am using Microgynon 30 - a pill. Me and my boyfriend do not use condoms. I'm quite happy with it - though I do feel my mood swings are worse on it. Which annoys me.

2. Which do you consider the best for teenagers to use?  

For those in long term relationships, just the pill if they're comfortable with that. For those not, pill and condom ... both should be responsible for contraception

3. Do you think birth control should be easier to get? Should we skip doctor appointments? Should it be free?  

It is free for me. I live in the UK. But it should be free everywhere if they want to stop so many pregnancies.

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Quote: from OpethGirl69 at 6:08 pm on July 26, 2006

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You neglect to mention male birth control, which is available and said to be 100% effective.

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there is male birth control!! that is kinda kool! wow tell me more

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It's fairly new, and I'm not sure if it's available everywhere in America. In studies, it was shown to be 100% effective, as it lowers the sperm count to 0. The sperm count is back to normal levels about 14 weeks after stopping the pill.

Personally, I'd wait like 5 years before taking it, so more research can happen.

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Give me time I will be clear. Given time you'll understand;
What posesses me to write what you have suffered.
I'm in this mood because of scorn. I'm in a mood for total war.
To the darkened skies once more, and ever onward.