Birth Control Free Mommies

[emconigs]

Originally Posted by mom-of-QTs Okay, I looked into it some last night and some more this morning. Looks like the doctor checks you for the size you need, shows you how to insert it, and watches to make sure you know how to insert it and take it out. (that "watching" part might be a little weird). Anyway, I read that you insert it yourself before you have intercourse with spermicide. You need to wait 6 hours after the last time having intercourse to take it out. (if you have sex more than once you need to put more spermicide in). You are not supposed to leave it inside for more than 24 hours at a time. Sounds like this might be do able for us. My hubby didn't object so I think I'll ask my OB/GYN about this. Thanks to you that suggested it. I had heard of it but never looked into it because I thought it was another hormonal thing.

I had a diaphragm for a while. When I got fitted the doctor told me what to do, put it in, then left the room for me to take it out and put it back in by myself so he didn't stand there watching me. He then checked it when he came back in to see that I had gotten it in right. It was a little bit uncomfortable to do because this was at my 6 week postpartum check so I was still a bit sensitive. Overall it worked okay. DH had no idea it was in there. The thing I liked was that unlike condoms i could plan a bit ahead and have it in and ready to go a few hours before DTD. After I got more healed up though it didn't fit as well and became uncomfortable. It wasn't covered by my insurance so I didn't want to spend money on a different one. I think it was about $75 but not exactly sure.
I know you said you didn't want an IUD. I am not sure if you realize or not that there is one that uses copper and not hormones.

[b15chik]

i'm just trying to figure out how you have time to have sex, lol

[knodceo]

There is a film that I use. It is by the condoms in the store. You insert 10 minutes before sex...which takes the spontaneousness out of it...but so worth it!

[greengranny]

The IUD issue could be that it doesn't actually prevent conception, just implantation. I would think that's why many object to using them.

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[sblakeley]

Originally Posted by b15chik i'm just trying to figure out how you have time to have sex, lol

I'm with you... I mean its happened but not often since little miss thinks the only place she can sleep in on me. And when not sleeping she enjoys screaming...

[mom-of-QTs]

Originally Posted by emconigs I had a diaphragm for a while. When I got fitted the doctor told me what to do, put it in, then left the room for me to take it out and put it back in by myself so he didn't stand there watching me. He then checked it when he came back in to see that I had gotten it in right. It was a little bit uncomfortable to do because this was at my 6 week postpartum check so I was still a bit sensitive. Overall it worked okay. DH had no idea it was in there. The thing I liked was that unlike condoms i could plan a bit ahead and have it in and ready to go a few hours before DTD. After I got more healed up though it didn't fit as well and became uncomfortable. It wasn't covered by my insurance so I didn't want to spend money on a different one. I think it was about $75 but not exactly sure. I know you said you didn't want an IUD. I am not sure if you realize or not that there is one that uses copper and not hormones.

Thanks for the information!! A friend told me about Paraguard (the IUD with copper instead of hormones) but hubby said that was too much like hormones so he wouldn't consent. Thanks though.

[mom-of-QTs]

Originally Posted by b15chik i'm just trying to figure out how you have time to have sex, lol

LoL... 2am!

[b15chik]

ok well now i want to know how you have the energy or desire. hahahaha.

[mom-of-QTs]

Originally Posted by b15chik ok well now i want to know how you have the energy or desire. hahahaha.

LoL... well, it is mostly hubby that wants it/me. I am usually too exhausted, frustrated, and sick of having people hang on me and touching me all the time (especially since I am breastfeeding). I am usually getting upset with him and telling him to leave me alone and not to touch me. HOWEVER, these last few days I've really been into hubby. Now I'm concerned as to whether I got myself pregnant this week or not. Seems I always get pregnant when I am REALLY into hubby. Our little 2am fun was without protecting.

[mommabritt]

Originally Posted by b15chik i'm just trying to figure out how you have time to have sex, lol

No kidding!! I feel badly but have NO desire at all. DH is getting the V on Tuesday, maybe that will help? I am always super paranoid about getting pregnant after having a baby. Its been almost 9 weeks....