My First Time: Getting Birth Control
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- Опубліковано 17 сер 2024
- I recently decided to go on birth control for the first time. This is my experience with planned parenthood and the pill. I hope this is helpful to some of you.
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Todays video is pretty personal, but I decided to film it because I think it is important for other girls out there to see that it is totally okay and normal to go to planned parenthood for birth control. With all that has been going on with birth control and politics within the last few years, I didn't really think too much of it because I wasn't affected by it. I never thought it was a place that I would go. But then I found myself in a place where I needed to start taking responsibility for my body, and get birth control. My first thought on where to go? Planned Parenthood. I was honestly pretty nervous and a little embarrassed about the idea of the whole thing. But, Planned Parenthood makes it so easy, accessible, and affordable to get the care you need. I'm really glad I went, and I hope this encourages you to feel confident in using birth control whenever the time comes that you decide you want or need it!
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***Please remember lots of antibiotics cancel out birth control**
GOOD POINT!
Gillian Ally Burls it's my first time on birth control thank you so much for letting me know I never knew this !
Something else to know: antibiotics shouldn't be used for the flu and the common cold. There was an interesting article about this published in Vox last year.
"Antibiotics treat bacterial infections. Colds and flu are caused by viruses. So taking antibiotics for these illnesses is an entirely futile and wasteful exercise.
But even more importantly, the more we take antibiotics - particularly when they're not necessary - the more we increase the chances of helping develop antibiotic-resistant bacteria. These "superbugs," as they're known, have become a huge public health threat around the world, killing thousands of people every year and, researchers expect, many millions more in the coming decades."
www.vox.com/2015/11/16/9743580/antibiotics-colds-bad
Also dont leave it in hot places... my pharmacist reminds me everytime so I think its legit
inluvwithglitter yes they don't work after being exposed to sunlight
What many people don't know is that birth control can be used for other things besides preventing pregnancy. Birth control can help regulate your period. Women's health should not be so taboo.
smileyfan16 toubknow what else can regulate periods? A clean and health lifestyle. I’d know cause I dated a girl for 3 years and could see the difference in every other girl that eats junk foods and shit
dumbest bullshit ive ever heard
daytopotato I’m a vegetarian and I exercise a few times a week and my period is still so heavy and irregular to the point where I had to go on birth control. Sometimes there aren’t other things you can do.
daytopotato this is only true for certain people... I used to get periods every 2 weeks and they were heavy and lasted 8 full days. When I went vegan my period regulated after a couple of months and it became normal. However after 3 years (I’m still vegan) my period turned out of whack again and I get it every 3 weeks so sometimes twice a month. Still very heavy. There is no fix-all for everyone
L S I’ve never been on birth control. I don’t see why not, birth control is different for every single person. The only way you’ll know is if you try it. But if you notice you develop symptoms maybe hop off of it?
I'm 14 and I asked my dad if I can go on the pill because I have acne and an irregular period so I wanted to control those things and he straight away thought I was "sexually active" so he said no AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH shoutout to those single dads that have no idea about girly things
Isabella Vickery the pill isnt gonna help hormonal acne lol thats just puberty sis. wait a couple years on it.
You need to eat more fruits and veggies and release as many toxins from your body as you can. You don’t need to fill your body with a harmful chemical that blocks pregnancy just so you can have a clean face.
Throw out the dove and use hand made soaps and eat better food. Your acne will disappear in a week
Hannah Burt girl what are you even talking about? I’m on birth control for hormonal acne and my doctor said that’s the only acne it’ll help...because the whole point of the pill is to regulate your hormones.
daytopotato stop acting as if you know what this girl has gone through. I’m going to be 18 in April and I’ve had acne since I was 12 and have done EVERYTHING, ranging from natural remedies to seeing a dermatologist for 2 years to see 0 improvement. Fruits and veggies don’t work for everyone, or even most people when it’s more than just a few breakouts here and there. You’re not a doctor.
daytopotato oh, and I just got on birth control, and have already seen improvement. So please stay in your lane and stop judging this girl. If she’s a teenager there is 0 reason why blocking pregnancy would be a bad thing...she doesn’t need to get pregnant anyway!
THIS is what we need in 2018- topics that no one else talks about and normalize them. So thank you for being a first step in that direction.
It sounds like birth control in the US is a way more complicated and unusual thing than here in Sweden, it's really common here that people or on birth control.
Emelie Stenberg no, it's not as weird as shes making it sound. Birth control is really common here.
There's a stigma attached to people that use birth control in the US
a lot of parents (like mine) don't want their daughters on birth control because they think it "promotes sexual activity", even if the daughter doesn't even want to take it for that reason
it's really a lot less complicated than how she makes it out to be. all you do is get an appointment with your doctor and you get it lol. we even have websites that send you birth control without a doctors prescription
I first got put on birth control after a trip to the dermatologist!!! I had tried everything to try and help it and the doctor took one look and suggested it and my skin has NEVER looked as good as it does now!! Most people get birth control for preventing babies (which is obviously a plus) but after being on birth control for around 5 or 6 months now I've never felt more confident!! I had cystic acne and now I rarely break out! Birth control seriously has changed my life!!
I've recently almost went in birth control- not to prevent pregnancy but to help control an overused hormone with my cycle as I had 2 periods each month for about 3 months. It has gone back to normal for now but if it comes back me and my doctor will re-discuss it. I think a lot of people think birth control is strictly for preventing babies but in reality it can be used medically.
Jaime Collier I have cystic acne and I’ve literally tried everything, may I ask which birth control you’re on ?
Tri Sprintec has been AMAZING for my skin! It's so clear and smooth
but isn't a common side effect of the pill that it initially at least makes your acne worse? also did it cause any weight gain for you?
@@obsessivefangirl5055 certain birth control pills are actually FDA approved to be used for the purpose of acne and generally does wonders for hormonal acne. Some birth controls can cause acne (I had a bad experience with my past iud - progestin only which can cause hormonal acne), but often times dermatologists will prescribe patients with birth control for the sole purpose to control their acne!
The nice thing about the pill for me was once your body gets used to it (usually by 6 mths), your periods are so predicatable. My period starts the same time every month (down to the same day during the week and between 9am and 12pm) and ends on the same day. No surprises!
My periods are so inconsistent, i'm usually one month a few days to a week late and then the next month i'm a few days early. I really want to just go on birth control for the period thing even though I'm not sexually active.
Sarah Schneider My doctor put me on birth control bc my period is so irregular. I'll go months without it! I learned mine is due to something called polycystic ovarian syndrome so talk to your doctor about your irregular period to see why that's happening.
it definitely is more predictable once you go on the pill. do you still have symptoms like sickness or being emotional though?
Haley Ryan .
A little tmi tbh
I don’t understand why birth control is such a bad thing not everyone is on it because their sexually active some people have medical issues that cause them to go on iy
Cameron Jenkins yep. I was 13 when I went on birth control for irregular periods.
JerichaG92 I’m 13 and I have my appointment for it in a few days for the same reason. Pretty nervous about it and it just makes me feel kind of bad, idk why though.
Cameron Jenkins you’re right! So many people need it for purely health reasons.
Birth control leads to abortion, because of the high failure rate and then women go for an abortion. Plus it is sin against God! Just ask any ProLife person to explain it to you. Abstenance is the only way!
Patrick Saxon I seriously hope you’re fucking joking. If not, go fuck yourself.
I AM SO GLAD YOU TALKED ABOUT THIS. FINALLY SOMEONE TALKS ABOUT THIS. Not only is this interesting for me to watch because I can relate, but also so informational for young women who have yet to learn about one of their birth control options.
please make "my first time" a series on your channel
Emily S Yeah!!
yassssss
My experience is so different than everyone else's has been on birth control! I have had less emotional fits and have had zero of the normal side effects! So happy you made this and thank you for being you!!!!!
Kait Kmetz may I ask what birth control you are on now?
I'm 25 and have never taken birth control because I just was terrified of everything surrounding it I guess. I wish I had seen videos like this when I was younger. I am always so thankful that my little sisters (15 and 17) get to grow up in a decade where topics like this are no longer taboo. You're awesome Monica. Thank you for making your videos and allowing yourelf to be vulnerable to a bunch of strangers.
Thank you Sarah!
I LOVE this video. Thank you so much for making this and talking about something that people seem to be embarrassed about. I went to planned parenthood for the first time when I was 15 or 16 and it was super chill like you said. I highly recommend planned parenthood! For those who are under 18, at least in Florida, you don’t need to have insurance and it’s 12$ a month. They are also very respectful of the fact that you may not want to tell your parents, they have a lot of precautions to make sure no one will be informed of you deciding to receive care or prescriptions from them!
I am 17 and have an IUD and if you are under 18 and put $0 as your income and do not want to put it on your insurance it is FREE!
^^ good to know!!
What if you’re not under 18?
N need to pay or have it on insurance. You can get other forms of birth control free over 18.
Does IUD helps with periods? Or it's just for birth control?
Girl where do you live???? And is that only at planned parenthood or at regular hospitals
I'm surprised you didn't need an exam, my PP requires it if you're over 21. However, thank you so much for making this and normalizing women's health/taking control over your body!!! You go girl
The birth control didn’t work for me. And probably nothing with hormones works which was a huge suprise for me because i have never heard anything like that. But it’s important to remember that nothing works like 100%.
Now i’m pregnant and the last trimester just started. 6months ago being pregnant felt like the end of the world but now i can’t wait to meet my little baby boy.
Emilia Ekholm congratulations on your baby!!!!!
u probably didnt take it on time, missed pills or used antibotics or something else? Ive been on birth control for 2 years and nothing happened.
Little things even like lighting and temperature can affect birth control.
Congrats
This BC (Blisovi) didn’t work for me either. Give it a month or two with that one Monica and if you feel like that one doesn’t work try to get on Microgestin FE 1/20, I’ve been on Microgestin for years.
It feels so special seeing this and watching you getting it. It’s so common in canada when you are really young to go on the pill and it’s not a big deal at all! I went on it when i was 14 not even for the same reason but for medical reason. I did not know it was so different in the u.s and i’m grateful you took us with you on that journey! Thank toi monica!:)
agreed!!! its so chill in canada. you just go to your regular doctor and they prescribe you on it. no need to go to planned parenthood or anywhere special.
Same as in Aus. You just go to your Dr and get a prescription.
Haha interesting to see a different view on this.
Same in the UK tbh I got prescribed it today for medical reasons too and I’m 14 and my mum took me. It was no big deal tbh but every country’s different❤️
It wasn't a big deal for me and I live in the US. My mom took me in around age 14-15. It helped make my periods regular and kind of reduced the cramping.
Maxime Fortin did something happen when you took it in the age 14 . cause I'm 14
I find it so crazy that you have to pay for birth control in the US. I live in Toronto, Canada and we now have free prescriptions for anyone under the age of 25. Also if you're over 25, there are still so many places to get birth control for free, like women's clinics, etc. Awesome video Monica! Thanks for opening up! :)
Caitlin D where I live in the US there are places where you can get a bunch of birth control and stuff like that for free.
Birth control is free if you have insurance. I believe even if you don't they cover most of the cost. It's the visit she had to pay for.
If she'd used her insurance, she wouldn't have had to pay for the visit, either. There're free yearly women's exams.
Loooool. I'm on it for my skin, and mine is $60 per pack without insurance. It's robbery.
In the UK it's free for everyone, all medication is...NHS is a great thing, I couldn't imagine having to pay for my wellbeing
Hey Monica! I'm super happy to (finally?) see a video in America about birth control! I'm so proud of you for defending your opinion and reminding girls who are younger than us that it's their decision to make! Btw, the period that comes unexpectedly is because of the small dosage, when I changed for "normal" dosage, it completely stopped, especially since i've been taking the qlaira (made with more natural hormones) I had no side effect :) hope it helps!
Look up Arden Rose! She also just made a similarish video. I think they have both been super helpful. I love that they’re normalizing women’s health.
Emma Petersen Definetely, it’s a subject we talk about in France but I have never seen such videos on the english youtube :) she did such a good job
My birth control alarm went off as I was watching this video lol
Kirsten Lauryn chill wyd
@@kirstenlauryn7365 it's not our fault she's more attractive than you
this could not have come at a better time, my appointment for planned parenthood is tomorrow and it will be my first visit there to get on birth control. thank you for this!!
look at all your options. I have the copper iud and it's seriously the one with the least hassle! The only side effect is heavier periods
@@alexretana2341 Was it painful?
When no one else ever talks about things like this it’s really cool that you are, this was a really informative video, thanks!
I recently went to Planned Parenthood for the first time and had that same nervousness that you did. I felt like everyone was going to judge me, even though I was just there for my annual pap smear and to get a new birth control prescription (I had previously gone to student health but I am not longer in uni so that wasn't an option anymore). There's such a stigma around going there, even though there shouldn't be. I think that so many people associate Planned Parenthood with abortions that a lot of people view it in a negative light. But it's been so helpful to me, and has saved me from sitting in outpatients facilities to simply get a prescription.
Thanks for being so open about birth control Monica! It's something that should be more openly talked about. I am 20 years old and going on the pill soon, so this made me feel less nervous about it! :)
I love that she made this video!! such a real thing to talk about. im on the pill too and i wish i had a video to watch like this before i went in for my first appointment to get on the prescription. stuff like this is why monica will forever be a fav
Thank you for this comment! Exactly why I wanted to make the video.
I’m taking the exact same one and have been for about five years. I experienced one period plus intermittent spotting for the first two to three months, but after that it stopped for me. I always encourage people taking birth control for the first time to make notes in their phone about how they’re feeling, frequency of possible side effects (headaches, mood swings, etc) so that you have info if you follow up with your doctor because it’s so easy to forget if you’re feeling fine during check ups!
This is such a cool video, I really appreciate when UA-camrs talk about these kinds of things. I've recently had experiences with the same brand that did not work for me, but I went on it for more hormonal-acne related reasons. Definitely works different for everyone but I also had heightened emotions like crying all the time (I'm not usually like that either) and it was cool to hear I'm not the only one. Glad it's working for you!:)
I’m glad you’re making a video about this! Please keep everyone updated with how it’s going.
I was on birth control for my skin since I was about 16 and stopped around 19-20. I never realised how depressed I was on it until I stopped. I went back on it around 21 and then off again and my skin broke out so bad. I made a decision for myself that I personally did not like the way it effected my body so I stopped. I know a lot of people who love being on it though! It really does affect everyone differently.
Yay thank you Monica for using your platform to normalize women's health issues! I got on birth control the summer before college to regulate my periods and well as to help my acne and it has been incredibly helpful for me, especially now that I am trying to prevent pregnancy. While birth control doesn't necessarily work well with everyone, I was lucky enough to not have a lot of side effects and stayed with my originally prescribed pills.
Hi! How is your experience now, since its been so long, i am in the same position i am a senior and am about to go off to college!:))
This video is so needed. I started birth control when i was 15 going on 16 because I had really painful cramps and irregular periods. I’m 19 now and still love birth control. It helped with my acne and cramps and actually reduced my flow. PLUS no babies ✌🏽✨
Bryce Pride i got my birth control at 12, i recently turned 13 and i have bad acne, 10 day periods, and they are heavy. That sounds great i really want my periods to get better and i want a clear face i hope my birth control works.
What brand did you use?
Did you gain weight xx
I just started birth control two days ago, and I’ve felt so weird about it. But watching other videos and yours has helped.thank you so much for making this video.❤️❤️
Monica thank you for making this video!!! It perfectly fits with the whole millennial life crisis theme. And was very genuine of you to make it , I’m sure it’s going to help a lot of people. The BIGGEST thing to remember is that what doesn’t work for someone, doesn’t mean it won’t work for you! And those annoying symptoms like irregular bleeding, bloating, and nausea should only last 3 months. I had all of these and it only lasted two and a half months so be patient with your prescription. I personally really like the birth control I’m on. I have Lessina 28, and my insurance covers everything but $5. But seriously Monica thank you so much for making this video!
This is so cool that you are talking about this topic! This is why I look up to you.
Easy peasey pap smear squeezey! Hahaha!
I read this comment as she said that haha
Hey Monica, much respect for taking control of your life, being responsible is sometimes not easy, but it is the right thing to do. I waited until I was married, but that was my decision, and what was right for me at that time. Every female must make the decision about what is right for them, because it will be each individual who will have to live with the consequences. Just remember that oral contraception Does Not Protect YOU from STD'S, including HPV, oral cancers ect. The statistics say that for every sexual encounter is like you having sex with every person that individual has had sex with, and in turn every person that person has had sex with, that is a lot of multiplication; because you never really know who they were or their physical or psychological health. And yes oral sex counts within those numbers. Protect yourself, protect your health, and protect that innocent little baby who never asked to be born to people who didn't want to or are not capable of being a parent. Always be true to yourself, you are the only person who knows what you really want, trust your instincts, where there is doubt there is cause for more thought, and investigation. I am proud of you for taking action.
Thank you Judy! I always appreciate your comments.
the best thing about birth control is there are so many different kinds! my first one was great in the beginning, but i was super emotional at first (ugh). eventually i just was having horrible symptoms and i ended up switching later to a different kind that makes me feel so much better! thanks for making this video, monica! this is definitely something we need to be open to talking about!
It’s astonishing how different the health care systems are in different countries. Here in Australia I went to get birth control at around 16 I believe (for acne), just made a regular doctors appointment with a general practitioner (for free), asked the doctor for the pill, and got the prescription all within the first 5 minutes of the appointment. It seems like such a complicated process in the US and I’m so grateful I don’t have to go through it
This was the exact same reaction I had as well, being nervous about the side effects and horror stories! I'm glad you've chosen to showcase it because other younger girls and women go through this too we just don't talk about it. PS I totally got extra emotional when on the pill, definitely messes with you a little bit but other than that it was a breeze after awhile. However, it's case by case for each individual :)
If you’re spotting/having periods in the middle of your pack it means your dosage is too light! If you go back to the doc and tell them this is happening they’ll put you on a stronger dose and that should regulate your periods.
And it’s awesome you’re talking about this! I fully support spreading awareness to younger viewers who may be nervous/clueless about birth control. Hope everything works out for you! And I also have noticed that since being on birth control I am wayyyyy more emotional and get really intense mood swings sometimes. Just a side effect of putting additional hormones in your body I guess :/
Same I was scared of putting chemicals in my body and also cried out of no where as well.
I‘m sooooo happy I found your video! The way you talk and speak so openly about it is so reassuring. I just got my birth control pills today and I’m freaking nervous, just like you were! Thanks so much for making me feel a lot more confident!
Don’t forget birth control is used for more than just...birth control! Lol. I’ve been on it since I was 14 because I had nonstop periods 365 days a year and finally got them to a normal one week a month with birth control.
I’m almost 14 and I’m about to go on birth control to regulate my periods. I can’t imagine having them for 365 days a year! That would be awful. Glad you got them back to normal.
Birth control also causes cancer! If you do not want to get pregnant, abstenance is the only way!
Patrick Saxon shut yo goofy ass up
Megan Hausserman hi megan how long were you on birth control for it to go back to normal?
How do take them like I'm 14 and I dont know what am I supposed to do like my period finish and my mom said to drink them but I dont know when to drink them I hope you answer :((
I can’t imagine having kids either. I 100% support your choice.
Abstenance is the only way to not get pregnant.
She doesnt have a boyfriend so I dont know why she is worried about getting pregnant.
I loved this, Monica. I recently started birth control myself at the age of 24 and my reason was mostly just to control my vicious period cramps. I was definitely very afraid and nervous to take it at first. But now I'm totally good. It helped. People need to know the benefits of birth control! I love that you made this video.
Thank you for this! I've been on birth control for over 10 years and it's been incredible. I'd much rather have a few manageable side effects rather than get pregnant. It's also important to note that not all birth control is the same. It took me 5 or 6 different kinds/brands of pills before I found one that really worked with my body physically and emotionally. Don't be afraid to go back to your doctor and ask for something different. It's your body and you have the right to speak up when something doesn't feel right. It's also SUPER important to remind women that especially once they become sexually active that it's important to get your yearly check-up with your gynecologist. Again thank you thank you THANK YOU for making this video.
"to control births" HAHAHHA
How great that you make a video for this!
When I was 14 I got on birth control because I was dying when I had my period. It made the cramps go away a lot and it made my period duable. I used the pill until I was around 21, then I broke up with my boyfriend at that time and decided to stop birth control.
The pill gave me horrible mood swings and I think it made me (more) depressed. After I quit it a lot of these symptoms went away and instead of the pill I took a copper IUD. Unfortunately this caused a lot of cramps and eventually I got rid of it aswell.
It might be good to know for girls that if they don't wanna take hormons, the copper IUD is a very good and safe alternative and it will last you for 5-10 years! Plus you can't forget about it :)
Daphnaaa I’m 15 and I have to get on birth control for the same reason and I’m just so worried for the side effects and it honestly makes me scared but my cramps are unbearable
im 22 and just got on birth control for the first time and was looking for a video like this in may. i got an iud because i didn't want an extra thing to think about. it was an easy process and i cramped a bit but nothing crazy
I'm so glad you're normalizing these types of things and Planned Parenthood. So many people hate it because they think all they do is abortions when that's not true! Also, I would definitely try going back and talking to them about getting your period twice a month. On most birth control pills you're only supposed to get it when you're on the "sugar pill" week. My first type of birth control that I got made me have a lighter period about half way through the month then I would have a regular period when on the sugar pill. I talked to my doctor and she said that wasn't really normal so I was changed to a different type and that no longer happens! So I just thought you should know that and maybe go talk to a doctor about it :)
I started both control when I was 14. My periods where really painful und I got really sick (throwing up and even get unconscious sometimes). On top of that I had really bad acne... And the pill fixed those problems. I don't regret getting it at all ☺️
Julia TravelsTheWorld same here! I had a period every single day for a year or two until we found the right pill that worked for me.
Julia TravelsTheWorld that’s so great to hear!! I get it tomorrow and I’m 14!!
I got the copper iud five years ago and still not pregnant!! I love it so much and the only changes I’ve noticed with my period is that one month will be short with no cramps and the next month will be heavy with cramps... but as long its doing its job I’m content😄
Same, there's so many horror stories around it, but only because nobody ever comes onto a forum to rant purely about it being not particular/spectacular at all. Most women actually really have no issues with it, it's a great form of birth control!
I have the skyla IUD and I’m having it taken out today. I’m so over IUDs, and wish I’d never have gotten it. The only birth control options for me is either the implant or the another IUD but I’m done with all that.
I’m glad the cooper is working for you guys
I have the copper IUD and I can’t wait to have it removed. My periods are so heavy and painful now that it’s affecting my career.
I had a horrible experience with birth control so I’m glad you didn’t get any bad side effects! I was on it for about a year, and decided to stop taking it because I was feeling so awful. Every time I took it I would get horrible headaches, I would be super nauseous, and the worst of all I became super depressed. I don’t have any major life stressors that could be the source of depression but while I was on birth control I was so depressed about every aspect of life, it was horrible. Now I’ve been off of the pill for about 5 months and I am back to my normal self. No more headaches, stomach aches or suicidal thoughts. So happy I decided to get off of birth control! I’m glad you’re having a better experience but just keep track of how you’re feeling! Love ya girl 💓
I was on the pill for 5 years and started developing major mood swings and depression. It also caused my period to just stop coming all together. For my sanity, I decided to stop taking my birth control and I’ve never made a better decision. I have such a clear head now.
Oh.. thats so important ! Haha here in brazil almost all the girls do birth control. The school talks about it, parents, doctor. Its not a monster. The government gives some of the birth control medicines for free every month for girls that dont have conditions.. haha i am 22, and i started birth control with 15. Not becausa i was having sex and didnt want to get pregnant, but because i didnt want to feel the PMS simptons anymore and to control it and to know where it would come every month to be prepared haha
America sucks when it comes to this topic. I will never understand why so many people here are so conservative with this topic. It makes no sense to me.
A woman I was involved with preferred condoms because of the side effects of oral contraceptives and I didn’t have a problem with that.
Condoms are significantly less effective than birth control :)
MissSnowWhat they're not significantly less effective although you should have 2 types of contraceptives. Using condoms AND birth control are best. Plus birth control doesn't protect against sti
Condoms slip & break 🤷🏽♀️
This video is literally an example of why you’re one of my fav youtubers haha I put you in my recent video about my fav youtubers ily!!❤️❤️
When I took it, I was super emotional too and I would have a lot of spotting before and after my period. My first type was the pill from planned parenthood too!
If this happens to you, consider getting changed to a brand that tapers the hormone dosage. That took away all my side effects! Good luck! This will truly be a journey with lots of trial and error. I’m currently using the hormonal IUD and I’ve had a great experience with it, but I know a lot of people who have hated it! Like I said, everyones experience is different so you just have to try and see what happens.
Respect that you tell about this very cool .Monica you are the best .and great.haircolor looks great
Thank you!
Monica thank you so much mean a lot happy love your Videos looking forward all day of your Videos
I've just started bc to! but for my severe acne. This is a great topic to spread awareness about. Too many people don't use adequate protection and showing that you visited planned parenthood is even better.
Thank you Katie! Hope your acne clears up :)
Thank you so much for making this video❤️ Knowing that there are people out there who started with birth control kinda late as well is just good to know. I got on it for the first time last year when I was 20 and it felt like I was super late with it, cause basically all my friends started taking the pill when they were like 14.
i love that you made this video it was super helpful and such a normal thing for girls that nobody really talks about
Love you so much , Monica. This vid was very helpful. Stay smiling!🤗💕
We know u and Ben smashin now
...honestly out of everything, this is what you get from the video....wow how mature
yoitzmo16 well obviously ☠️☠️
Court oh come on it’s a joke! It was a very informative video, I’m already on birth control but I still watched
yoitzmo16 ok lmao I was just saying obviously
Nana Wordie I was replying to Court, not you 😊
Yayy for this video! :)
Heres some basic info from a newly graduated pharmacist!:)
*the "Fe" component actually stands for Iron - there is a small amount of iron in the inactive pills
*Blisovi 1/20 is a low dose - there are tons of other brands with the same ingredient and strength and some that higher strength
*Main side effects for the ethinyl estradiol are nausea/vomiting and the norethindrone component may cause spotting
*There are rarer adverse rxns - I've seen them happen but they are super rare! (blood clots - so don't smoke while on birth control especially if youre over 35!)
*Yes some antibiotics can make birth control less effective - penicillin, amoxicillin, doxycycline, bactrim
Hope this helps!
oh and just FYI - pharmacists are now gaining authorization to prescribe birth control. one such state is california! however this doesn't take place of well woman visits with your doctor :)
From my past 18-year-old self, I would have loved this video back then, and I love this video now. Thanks for being vulnerable with us.
Can't believe how difficult it is to get birth control in the US. In the UK we just go to our general doctor rather than a specialist clinic. That would be so much more embarrassing for me!
JodieLouise98 that’s how we do it in the US 🤦🏻♀️ I have no idea where these people are getting that idea from. I was literally 15 and my pediatrician put the prescription in and that was all.
Thanks for making this vid Monica it's great you're talking about birth control! I am 14 and on birth control for my periods as they are extremely painful and heavy. (Lol not sexually active and defo not planning to be) So cool to see someone else's experience :)))
winterwolf111 1 same!
It's sad that even in 2018 having a discussion about birth control can be so Taboo. Women, need more conversations like this, and they should never feel embarrassed about sex. Love the video, and keep them coming!
thank you i needed this. i’m only 13 and when i was prescribed birth control they told me NOTHING ABOUT IT and that was literally earlier today so i have no clue what to expect
“I got my period twice this month.. that’s kind of rude!”😂 Never in my life have I ever related to a statement so much. When I first started birth control I had a 15 day period with the worst cramps and PMS ever.
I just want my period cramps to GO AWAY 😩😭
That’s why I’m about to start 😭😭😭😭mine are so unbearable😔😔
I started taking birth control recently as well and i know what you mean by getting more emotional. In the first two months it was so intense and I was crying ALL the time. Also I got really sick in the nights (especially in the first week). I was scared to talk to my parents at first (I´m 15) but fortunately they did´t make it awkward or something. I think that it maybe isn´t the best kind of birth control because you have to remember it every day and many people say that you stop growing but I believe that for younger girls it still is the best option. Oh and thank you for starting the conversation about this topic because it just is important and nobody should be ashamed of it.
I got an IUD last week and I'm so happy never bothering about taking a pill every day again and dealing with headaches and depression. I would recommend this to every girl!
Wow this is such an amazing video for younger viewers! I was fortunate enough to have a very modern mother who wouldn't send me to college without being on bc even though that was a while before I was even doing anything. There's many additional positives to bc besides just controlling birth. Glad it was a good experience for you!
Thank you! Same to you :)
5 minutes into the video and i realized i forgot to take my birth control an hour ago lmao bless, thanks for posting this.
This is so important!! Here in South America the pill is really common, but also others methods like the thing you put in your arm, the 1 or 3 months injections, vaginal ring.
this vid was so refreshing to see, I’m going into my freshman yr of college & ive never been on birth control just bc I’ve never felt the need to & i hate taking medications & putting things in my body but I was planning on going to planned parenthood in college for safety measures so god bless you for being open with this experience of yours :)
I HAVE THE SAME BRAND BIRTH CONTROL AS U lmao why am I so lit
what is the brand again?
Ashley Linville LOL ME TOO
sameeeeee
does this brand work for you? i got mine yesterday but i’m nervous to take it
1st comment, but love you lots, thank you for inspiring so many girls 💓
Monica thank u soooo much for making this video and talking about this (especially PPH's services), u rock dude.
I have been on the same brand/dosage for about 5 years now and I love it. The side effects will eventually subside once your body figures out how to rebalance itself from the increase in hormone concentrations. However, sometimes I'll randomly get my period but I can usually attribute it to stress or missing a pill by 6+ hours. I was 16 when I first went to the gyno and I didn't have to have a pelvic exam done until I was 17 or 18 because I was originally prescribed to help with my acne after antibiotics didn't help. Planned Parenthood is awesome and so important for people who don't have insurance or don't want their parents to know. Don't be nervous, it's no different than going to any other doctor and they're only there to help you take care of your body and your needs! Also-yes some antibiotics may counteract birth control but this is why you always mention your BC as a medication when you see the doc and you can always ask either the doc or the pharmacist if you're unsure!
Thank god for the Internet! As a 20 year old woman who has never had any experience or knowledge of most sex related topics it's wonderful to have the opportunity to learn where to get birth control, from someone when in my own life no one would give me this knowledge.
I love that you're taking about this. If you're having negative side effects that means you need to adjust the dosage or try a different pill or a different method. If you're feeling nauseous try taking it the opposite time of day. I experience some nausea so I take it at night that way when it peaks in my system I'm asleep and I don't feel the side effects. If anyone is still scared I think that means you need to do more reading and make sure your reading accurate information backed by science. Also make a list of your questions concerns and symtoms to talk to your doctor. I tried 4 different birth control pills before I found the one that didn't affect me negatively. Now I'm taking one with no Placebo pills so I get to skip my period and only have it 4 times a year. It also eliminated my hormonal acne. Thank you Monica, for making this video! You're helping young girls understand that this is ok to do.
omg i love the song u hav in the background!! lol why is that what i noticed XD
I cannot believe you just put this up I just started birth control three months ago too and had the same random crying for no reason! So happy I have someone I can relate to!
Note to your side effects: it happens in the first few months due to your body regulating the new rush of hormones introduced. Hormones increase emotion, appetite, etc. With the periods if you get more than twice a month, or it is heavy/irregularly painful, please contact your female doctor. Usually it takes 3 months to a year for your body to regulate. Since you are on the lowest dose, it may take more time. You may also experience none to light periods later on. Just a lil food for thought
Thanks, I needed to hear this❤
You dont carry your health insurance card? What if you get in a car wreck? And you are in a different state all the time.
Carry it with your id.
Great video and PSA! I wish I could have seen this when I was younger!
I started birth control at 15 and have been on ever since - its a very similar experience in the UK, so if anyone is nervous about it don't be - its super chilled out!
Planned Parenthood helped me get on BC as a teen! They were beyond helpful and made a potentially embarrassing experience super relaxed. Thanks for sharing your story!!
Does anyone know the name of the song in the beginning?
RileyBri I wanna know too
Thats the birth control im on :) but you messed up taking it. Your not suppose to just start taking it. You have to wait for your menstal cycle and chose "sunday start" or "day 1 start" Sunday Start cycle: Start your first pack of birth control pills on the Sunday during or immediately following your menstrual period. Thus, if your period starts on a Sunday, you start the birth control pill that day OR. Day 1 Start cycle: Start your first pack of pills the same day your period starts. I would talk you your doctor because this is why you maybe having two periods in a month or spotting.
lexieleighxoxo well actually, there is no instruction that says you can’t. You just won’t be protected right away and your period will take a few rounds to become regular
Yes, there are instructions that say you cant. CLEARLY in the instructions that come will your birth control. I took that word for word out of my birth control packet which is the same as hers, I have also been on it for 8 years. If you do the day 1 start you are almost immediately protected they say us protection for the 1st week, for Sunday start they say use contraceptive for the 1st month. If you would like you can look it up on the birth controls website. ", take the first tablet in the pack on the first Sunday following the beginning of your menstrual period or on the first day of your period. If your period begins on a Sunday, begin taking this medication on that day. For the first cycle of use only, use an additional form of non-hormonal birth control (such as condoms, spermicide) for the first 7 days to prevent pregnancy until the medication has enough time to work. If you start on the first day of your period, you do not need to use back-up birth control the first week." www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-170653/blisovi-fe-1-20-28-oral/details its funny the website is word for word the same as the INSTRUCTIONS that come with the birth control.
lexieleighxoxo no. I use this birth control and my doctor said exactly what Mandy said. You can start whenever. Your periods will just be irregular and you won’t be protected right away. It’s the same for many birth control packets.
Avery Park thanks! I use this birth control and the pamphlet does not say you cannot. I specifically asked my doctor about this when I started. My mom is also a pharmacist and orders birth control on a daily basis and debriefs with patients. Some people don’t want to wait for their menstrual cycle. I, for example, use condoms with birth control, so I’d rather just get started right away. Spotting during my cycle doesn’t bother me (it hasn’t happened). nor is it life threatening. They just recommend you take it on day one of menstrual cycle for convenience and protection, but there is nothing that says you can’t. Literally, specifically discussed this with doc, and she gave me the okay and went over the pamphlet with me. Really wish people wouldn’t spread false info and tell other people they are doing things wrong just because it isn’t their way of doing things
All birth control is different. While yours may be instructed that way many aren’t. It also depends on the actually hormone as well. They all don’t provide the same hormone, that is why they tell you to use protection for the first week rather than after the first day like others.
I don't know if you can do this at Planned Parenthood, but be sure to go regularly -- once a year -- to a OBGYN. Find someone you like. Go every year and they'll test for STDs, check your breasts for lumps, and give you a thorough exam down there to make sure everything's good to go. It's a good time to ask questions and learn about your body.
thank you for making this. i loved the editing and i’m so scared and confused on the pill, but this eased my nerves so much, thank you.
oh my god I honestly was a little shocked that you just started birth control now... I started when I was 15 ... I think 23 is pretty late.... also, it is not so much of a big deal where I live, basically everyone takes the pill usually starting when they are 15 or 16 ...
I have an IUD called Mirena. Personally, I really like it. I agree that I am now so much more emotional. I cry so much! I was watching a video of two little dogs attack an intruder to protect their owner and I started bawling. What? I used to never cry. Since it is an implant (it does through your cervix) I did have spotting for about a month then it became, every so often, so about four months. Then I’m fine! I get my “period” but it’s really just spotting. I rarely get it though. Can’t remember my last.. maybe February? It shouldn’t be taboo to talk about! It is normal to be nervous. But hey, no babies right now is a good thing!
I have it too and i actually find my emotions are way more stable! I get bouts of PMS every few months, but i haven't had a period in a year and i am living for it. I only had 3 in the first 6 months and none since. I know a lot of people want to get their period as a reassurance, but i hated it so i am pretty happy with the IUD.
itsbribriii ugh I hated having periods! So I like not getting them. I got mine last April, haven’t had it for long. You’re lucky you have stable emotions. I feel like a mess when I cry because I see a picture of a dog! Then again, dogs are my weakness... and I work at a humane society... yeah I cry a lot.
Hahaha well generally i am an emotional person and easy to cry over happy or sad things, but the pill made them worse. Now i'd say my emotions are back to my normal level lol.
so refreshing that you’re talking about this!!!! specially with your type of audience. wow you’re amazing 💛
"My First Time" would be an awesome series idea!!
I need advice,m 19 n I want to go on pills, I don't really kw how to go about it, anyone plz
Kate Osaghae it depends what state you live in / country but Planned Parenthood gives it without a prescription in some states. You can buy online and they’ll deliver it in a discreet box within 4-7 days
Kate Osaghae There are also online prescriptions through companies like The Pill Club. I'm 19 too and I think that it's really cheap, even without insurance.
YEAH I CRY TOO
Monica you have grown so much and it's amazing you are helping others by making this video. You are truly inspirational. Keep being you!