I'm going to the family planning clinic on Monday to find out more about having one fitted. I was on the pill until January (mostly to regulate periods) and actually was thinking about going back on so rang the clinic today and I've got an appointment on Monday.Afterwards though I started thinking that going back on the pill probably isn't the best idea. I am very overweight, my BMI is 32 I think, plus I don't think I can be bothered going through having to take a pill at the same time every day again (may not be an annoyance for some people but it is to me) so after reading around I think the implant would be the best option for me.
When I rang up the clinic I was asked what kind of contraception I wanted and I told them the pill, as I've changed my mind though I'm hoping that won't be too much of a problem for them...? I mean they should be able to fit me in for a different contraceptive method I hope.
Couple of questions, does it hurt having it fitted? I know they use a local but I've read elsewhere that the needle they use is 4cm long and they don't use numbing cream and I'm not good with needles at the best of times (one of the reasons I decided against the depo jab...don't think I could cope having an injection every 8-12 weeks but a one off is okay). Also, as I'm very overweight, would that be a factor in allowing me to have an implant? I haven't read anywhere that it is so I'm assuming I won't be weighed if it's not a factor, unlike the pill. I assume it's just as effective for overweight women as it is for those who aren't overweight?
This is actually my first time going to the family planning clinic. When I was on the pill I would just go to my GP but figured that a clinic would be better with dealing with contraception as you know, that's what they're for .
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Thinking about getting contraceptive implant
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PepsiBubbles · 25/10/2013 23:53
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