occur, but they can be mitigated by experimentation with different versions of the Pill. And, again, every person's body is going to respond differently. "These side effects are usually temporary," explains Dr. Ross. "If they don't go away in two to three months, talk to your doctor about changing to another type of Pill, because there are many different types and combinations of estrogen and progesterone depending on your side effects and body type.
As for the rumor that having been on the Pill can make you infertile? "There is absolutely no truth to that," says Dr. Mysore. If someone has healthy fertility, having been on the Pill will not impede you from getting pregnant. And unsurprisingly, there's zero scientific research that shows skipping the Pill will boost your confidence or social skills. All that said, there are certain reasons for passing on the Pill.
Another good reason to go off the Pill is if you decide the IUD is a better choice for you. The IUD gets high marks among ob-gyns as a highly effective and safe birth control method and has been recommended as a "first-line" option for contraception for all women of reproductive age by the . "For those who are sensitive to hormones when taken orally, the IUD offers a viable alternative," says Dr. Ross.
Above all, remember that staying on or going off the Pill is an individual choice. "There are many reasons to be on contraception, just as there are reasons that women choose not to be on contraception," Dr. Lawley says, and any decision should start with a conversation with your medical provider about your health priorities.
1. Makes you depressed. 2. Makes it harder to get pregnant (when you finally get around to it).
Enjoy babies whenever they show up....they are a joy!