How do i convince my mom to let me get on birthcontrol at 14?

The pills run about 25-50 dollars for about 3 months worth. Birth control pills affect each woman differently. Some women experience longer, heavier periods, and some have lighter, less painful periods. Women will fall in one category or the other, never in between for the most part. You mention side effects...

Birth control can increase the likelihood of irregular bleeding, called breakthrough bleeding. Progestin only pills can easily result in breakthrough bleeding if you do not take the pill at the same exact time each day. Some pills are more tolerable. This is something to keep in mind.

Your period will still fall sometime within one week. It could be at the start or at the end. You should get a calendar and track your period. Also, keep tampons and pads with you in your back pack at all times, then you're always prepared.

Many birth control pills cause weight gain. There are some that reportedly do not, but remember even if it says that it does not cause weight gain, that is for most people. Birth control pills affect each woman differently. One woman may not gain weight on a certain pill, while another will.

Other side effects can include:

Nausea (especially for the first 2-3 months of taking it). Some women experience nausea with birth control pills, and some do not. Basically the pill makes your body think it's pregnant, so nausea can be very normal. I had it for the 2.5 years I took Yasmin (a low side effect pill)

Depression is another side effect. My sis has friends who are on depression medication due to their birth control pills. My sis and I stopped taking ours as the same thing was happening to us.

Terrible Mood Swings: Some people experience massive mood swings on the pill. Again this is a possible side effect that varies from person to person.

Whatever you do, do not take the Depo Provera shot. I was on it, as it stops periods in most people. It did for me for awhile, and then I started bleeding...for 5 + weeks. There are terrible side effects for that.It even screwed up my thyroid and caused massive weight gain.

Whatever birth control you go on, it's normal for the Doctor to monitor your organs by routine blood tests and possibly exams such as a regular pap smear. Personally, and from my sister's perspective, the cons of birth control far outweigh the pros. My sis took them due to painful heavy periods, but she found the side effects to be so overwhelming that she had to stop taking them. It's not normal for your body, especially at such a young age, and pills such as seasonique that stop periods for months at a time are definitely unnatural.

Speak with your doctor, if you think you have a problem and what the best possible solution is, let them decide what's in your best interest. If your mother is there, then she won't be able to argue about what the Doctor suggests given your symptoms. You will be irregular at the beginning. Keep protection with you always in case you need it.

Tell her that you are concerned about your irregular and heavy periods and you would like to see a doctor about it. At the doctor's appointment, you can discuss the benefits of birth control with both your mother and doctor in a professional, nonjudgmental environment. Your mother is more likely to believe that you are interested for medical reasons and not sexual reasons if this conversation takes place at the doctor's with a medical professional to help support what you are saying. One of my friends in high school went on birth control at 14 because her periods were so heavy that she was anemic from the blood loss. Another friend of mine went on birth control about your age because her periods were so excruciatingly painful that she would wake up screaming. It's not that common, but there are some medical reasons for going on birth control.

Cost depends on what birth control you use, whether you get a generic, which pharmacy you use, and your health insurance. For a long time my generic birth control was abut $30/month. Then my health insurance finally decided to cover birth control and now it's a $10 co-pay each month. Sometimes your doctor will even be able to give you a free sample or two when you start on birth control so that you can decide if it is a good option for you.

Weight gain is one possible side effect of birth control. When I first went on birth control at 18 I did gain some weight. But not everyone will get the same side effects (some people don't get any at all) and even if you are one of the people who gains weight you can simply increase your exercise and watch your diet more closely to manage your weight. While I did gain some weight on birth control, I was also able to loose 20lbs while on birth control once I decided that I wanted to and made the effort to eat more healthy.

make an appt for the gyno ...you and your mother go so she can hear what you have to say and what the doctor has to say..i had the same problem (endometriosis) i took the pill continuesly..so i wouldnt get a period they were so bad...there are many diffenrent kinds these days ...weight gain may be slight but everyone is different and the doctor will go over what ones will be best for you...your mother (as crazy as this may sound) will be thrilled you came to her with this...just start out with im not having sex i know im not ready for that but i have been told (u dont want to give her a heart attack:) ........the pill will help u !!! clinics have the pill that u can afford just do a little research on what agencies r avaliable in ur aera. dont be scared to tell ur mom. she will understand and if she doesnt she will when u both talk to the doctor...alot of women go thru this. but talk to ur mom u never know it could open a door for ur relationship ...parents always want to help their kids and u coming to us makes us feel like we have done something right and that u trust us to talk to us about things ...even if we dont like it theres always a middle ground that can be reached. she will be proud u trust her enough to talk to her about it...

Just ask her to talk and bring it up. Tell her exactly what you just told us. Talking to you mother about stuff like that is hard, trust me I was there, but your mom needs to stay informed in order to trust you. She would much rather have you ask her about birth control and other otions than to come home pregnant or with an STD because you didn't want to talk. Birth control will help with your periods and there are alot of options.

As far as how much they cost, I get my birth control patch through express scripts, I get 3 months supply in the mail (no going to the pharmacy and waiting in line...) and I pay for only one months supply, which is 35 bucks. So I am saving 70 bucks every 3 months for my prescription. My bith control does not make me gain weight, although some sucha as the Depo shot is said to make you gain weight. Talk to her, then talk to your doctor, you'll be happy.

...So, you've only had 2 periods in your life, and you already want to get on birth control? That's a bad idea. Most girls do not have regular periods for the first couple years or so. It's normal. Just wear panty liners, so that whenever your period comes, you'll be prepared. If your period is still irregular in a few years, THEN consider BC pills.

Well first of all you should start talking to your mother, tell her why you need the birth Control pills, and let her take you to a dr. he prescribe them, and its better if says you need them then you telling her, it normal at you age to have irregular period for some time, until your body adjusts with the new period and so

best luck

If you're not doing it for sex, and your mom talks to you about sex, I think she'll totally understand and support you!

It can be very expensive, but you should be able to get it for free/sliding scale at planned parenthood.

They often do make you gain weight, yes. I gained quite a bit on birth control.

You can't know if you are irregular the first year. All periods are erratic for the first year. After that, it will be more regular. Most importantly, birth control can put your heart at risk.Yes it could do wonders on you weight, acne, and PMS, but it is not worth put yourself at an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. Lets just say birth control is not the cheapest.

You better communicate things clearly with her. You also better get educated about methods of birth control, because they all have failure rates that might shock you when they re used correctly. Be honest with her and reduce your risk, but know you are not eliminating it. If you are prepared for the risks related to engaging in sexual activity, including pregnancy, then be sure she knows, because as minor, your parents are responsible for you. If you feel you are old enough, then that must include preparedness for a pregnancy, and that must include both members of the activity, which means the boy and the girl.

One you need to talk to your mother about it. And as far as the money issue most states have free clinics set up across the state which allow teens you are afraid to approach there parents go in and be prescribe birth-control free of charge. But before you take that approach. Really try to sit down and talk to her. And if you need to know the location of one email me your state and county and I'll send you the info.