The Pill/contreceptives

little angel

hi I want to sleep wit this guy I have been seeing but cant do it until I have proper protection...like the pill..but u cant start on that until ure period starts...is that true??
And my period isn't due until a full 2 weeks at least...and then does my period have to finish before I have sex??
what other protection can I use?? though I really only want to go on the pill..
I have had sex just using a condom but Im to afraid to keep doing it again in case I get pregnant..
Advice anyone?

sam34

advice?
no offence, but you dont seem to know a lot about contraception.

you should go and discuss your circumstances and concerns with your doctor, and get their advice

magneticimpulse

yeah talk to a GP before having any form of sex, or visit family planning clinic to get full information about contraception and which options to take. Make sure the two of you are STD free and make appointments if necessary.

jenga-jen

+1 to Sam34, you need to go and sit down to discuss this with your doctor.

Also, please be aware that the Pill does take a while to 'build-up' in your system once you begin to take it. So you won't be instantly protected and will still be ultimately relying on condoms in the meantime.

Talk to your doctor and make it clear why exactly you want to go on the Pill and get him/her to explain exactly how it works, correct usage and also what to do if you miss one/get sick/take antibiotics.

In the meantime, if you're very worried about pregnancy and don't feel comfortable just relying on condoms I'd suggest maybe holding off on having sex. Not ideal obviously but it's that or the worry/stress.

Don't do anything you're not comfortable with.

St James

I can't help feeling that you are quite young. As mentioned by other posters, you need to discuss with GP and possibly a friend. Do NOT rush into anything you are not comfortable with. You do not have to have sex with him to show that you 'love' him.

Remember, if you are simply going to SLEEP with him, then nothing will happen, the problems only arise if you are going to bed AWAKE with him!

LegacyUser

Actually with some of the pills you will be instantly protected, provided you take it on the proper day. Look whats worse waiting an extra 2/3 weeks or getting pregnant? your choice

little angel

Problem sorted people the guy just slept wth his ex so I have no need to be in a rush going on the pill or anything like that!!Good news is there will be no unplanned baby on the way!!

Nevyn

You should still take the time to read up on the different types of contracpetion and how they work.

http://www.scarleteen.com/article/reproduction/birth_control_bingo

magneticimpulse

i would still talk to your GP/family planning clinic...it wont be wasted information and something you will need to know for future. If you are over 17, there is no harm in thinking about having contraceptions on hand (or taking the pill), before getting a drunken accident etc. Its always better to be informed and prepared. I dont know how long you were with this guy, but you seemed pretty eager to rush in, and all off a sudden he is with an ex. If these are the type of guys you are dealing with, or very immature ones, I would not rely on them for protection and would definitely look after yourself and find out about the pill. why wait to the last minute? no harm learning now.

dudara

There are different types of pills and they work in different ways. Your GP/doctor/Family Planning centre is the best source of advice.

Motley Crue

Go and see your Dr, and personally, if this guy is worth anything then he won't mind waiting just 2 weeks for sex...its obvious you have taught about this and its not just a rush decision and it looks as if he will be your first so I reckon taking your time (or just a little bit longer) won't force him away