has anyone tried the nuva ring for birth control.?
448948
My ex used it. She had black discharge for a little while (that's supposed to be normal btw) and then she was fine. Basically it's a plastic ring that you push up inside yourself and remove whenever you are going to be engaged in that (you can keep it in mind you). My girlfriend's broke once. Apparently that's really rare, but it did. I think it's about as safe as the pill. Also, it is a hormonal treatment, like the pill, only you can't really forget to take it, which is an edge over the pill. Similarly to the pill, you remove it when you are scheduled to get your period.\n\nHope this helped.
880555
I used it and I loved it! It was so easy to use and I had none of the usual period side effects. No breast tenderness, no cramps, no back ache etc. I also had much shorter and lighter periods. My only complaint, and I guess this could be said for all birth control since it regulates your hormone levels, is that my sex drive was pretty much destroyed. My friend uses it also and has the same complaint. Good luck!
1176476
I have tried it and I had no problem or complaints that were serious enough to stop. Side affects: didn't really notice any.\nIf there was any issue it would be its kind of wired inserting and removing the ring.
742684
I had the implanon for 3 years and couldn't wait to have it removed.  I have read so much information since on how badly it has affected people esp in Australia where they've had it for years now.  I completely lost my sex drive and put on weight even though I was fine on the Mirena IUS, the mini pill, the Depo Provera and the Combined Pill.  I would recommend the Mirena as once it's fitted you can forget it and I had no side effects.
813522
If you want to avoid pills, it would not be bad to try the energising ring. See www.bioxring.com
691286
I used VCF up until recently, but I think I may be pregnant!\n\nUse it in conjunction with another birth control method, such as condoms, a diaphram, or withdrawl for best results!
933231
I have been on the nuva ring for over a year now, and it is so much more convenient to me.  I hated taking the pill and would have hated getting a shot but with this little gadget it makes things so much better.  And from what my boyfriend tells me it feels good during sex.  So stick with it.
811237
I'm on the NuvaRing and I love it! Been on it since February. If you don't mind putting your fingers in your vagina, this is the best option. The dose is lower because it's administered intravaginally where there are lots of blood vessels. So that's a good thing! Also, you can't feel it, and you can leave it in for 4 weeks. I do, so I have a 5 week cycle. During sex, my partner usually doesn't feel it. Sometimes it overstimulates him so I take it out, but no big deal. It can be out for up to 3 hours and it's not hard to put in. Taking it out takes a good 15 seconds but that's ok. I like not having to remember to take something everyday.\n\nIt lies in your vagina flat, and for me, it kind of gets suctioned up to the top wall of my vagina, so it just stays there and that's why it's out of the way during sex.\n\nIt's pretty cool! You could try it and if you don't like it try something else. :)
983704
I had the rip and snip and to be honest its not that bad. As far as the operation goes the most painful bit is the jabs. They are a bit spicy it has to be said! Apart from that its a doddle.\n 2 years on and the op has been a success. Every once in a while though i do feel as though Ive been kicked in the bollox. But this pain only seems to last about  5 mins. Its the best form of contraception. All us blokes hate condoms , its like sucking a toffee with the wrapper on. Honestly though mate you will be fine . I was back at work the next day.
818506
the nuvaring has 35 days worth of hormones in it, you would be perfectly safe to leave it in 4 weeks and not have an 'off' week. I have heard that sometimes women spot a bit the first time they try this, and some have their normal period anyway. Still, it won't hurt for you to try.
120262
I don't think it would hurt.  (Obviously, your doctor is the only person qualified to answer this, though.)  A number of women use these products for reasons that have nothing to do with birth control.
613133
use other methods of birth control DUH
75713
okay the whole birth control is wrong argument is lame. It is like saying, dont wear a seatbelt its stupid, if you dont want to die, dont drive, god will decide if you are to die. Anyway, I use several birth control methods, hormonal, spermicide and a good old condom. I use the nuva ring, which is great because it is inserted into the vagina and releases a constant stream of hormones for 3 weeks until you take it out. It is nice because with the pill, it has to be taken at the same time daily in order to maintain consistant coverage. I also use the vaginal foam, which helps kill the spem in case of accidental condom breakage. But no method is 100% If you are having sex there is always the risk of becoming pregnant.\n\nAnd FYI, birth control doesnt KILL a fertilized baby, it prevents the act of fertilization from occuring by having hormones that dont allow for a "fertilizable egg" to be produced, or preventing sperm from fertilizing an egg by either killing them with spermicide or blocking them from coming into contact with an egg.\n\nHonestly, are some of you for real?!?!?!?
122058
A form of Birth control.
98753
I was using the NuvaRing until recently(we are trying for baby #2)....and I LOVED it!
1087978
Yes, i also gained weight with this type of birth control..I also think that my boobs got bigger LOL I ended up getting tubal ligation after my daughter was born
545134
If you go to the link below it has side effects...and it also has a free month coupon to bring to the pharmacy...One of my friends' friend got pregnant with the nuvaring though. It happens with any BC though.