Is there a way to ask my parents for birth control? I am NOT sexually active, I do not WANT to be sexually active, but because I hear it's supposed to help lighten and reduce my periods which are really painful for me. Also, I'd feel safer. Just in case.
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tell your mom to go to the Dr with you so she can hear your concerns about birth control. that way it puts her at ease too.
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You say "Mom, Dad, my periods suck (cue Dad leaving the room). I'd like to go on the pill to help that out. I figure it's take a pill once a day, or risk liver failure from eating too many Motrin every month. I have no intention of being sexually active, but I do feel that this is the responsible thing to do in any situation."
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You could try telling them what you told us.
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Birth control has it's effects too. It's not like it's just a free period-stopper with no price to pay. My daughter's mother went crazy on birth control. She stopped taking it and it took her months to return to her former self. When she thinks about it now, she recalls a hormonal whirlwind that was similar to pregnancy. Talk to your DR.
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Don't make it about birth control. If your periods are heavy or painful, ask to see a gynecologist for this issue. There may be other remedies. And even if you do go on BC, remember that it does not protect against STDs, so you will still need condoms. And don't rely on your partner to provide them; the last thing you want is a pregnancy caused by 'but I thought YOU were bringing them!' or 'I just can't wait!'
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Ask your mom if she would be willing to go to the doctor with you to discuss this -- if you feel comfortable having her there. Otherwise, check with Planned Parenthood.
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birth control doesn't necessarily make your periods lighter... also be aware that many birth control pills can make you gain weight.. since your question is about asking your mom and dad.. im assuming your young.. im 17 years old and have been on the pill before and had no problems with it (know that it did not make my period any easier!) but secondly, you should'nt be looking for ways to change your cycle.. it's messing with your hormones and since we're young and still growing we NEED to have it. it sucks yeah, but all girls get it. just get used to it.. you should really only be on the pill if your cycle is completely irregular (every 2 weeks, every 10 weeks, ect.)
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You kinda answered your own question... "Mom, Dad; I am NOT sexually active, I do not WANT to be sexually active, but because I hear it's supposed to help lighten and reduce my periods, which are really painful for me; I want to try birth control. Just to see if it helps. I'd feel safer, just in case I do happen to have sex. " But... May want to consider leaving out the "I'd feel safer, just in case I do happen to have sex." part because your parents might not let you if you are doing it with sex in mind... But... You may want to see a gynecologist... Heavy periods and strong pains are signs of Ovarian Cysts... Furthermore; birth control does have both positive and negative effects... You'll figure that out when(and if) you get them though... Hope this helps... :D
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Same way you just asked us
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this exact thing happened to me when i was a teen. just tell your mom or aunt if shes not around [ no reason for dad to know unless hes a single parent]. Chances are if you have bad periods your mom did too. Dont even mention birth control, just bring up the pill as something u heard about to treat painful periods. You should also be checked for something called endometriosis because if your periods hurt a lot something is up. Just tell your mom, I know its embarassing but it needs to get checked.
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Explain it just in that way. They should be relieved at your honsety, and if what you have heard is not factual they should set you straight. Of course this is not a perfect world, so good luck.
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Maybe instead of asking them for birth control you could ask to see a doctor about it. You know them best, they may be cool or paranoid.
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i think that being on birth control pills will make your period easier on you...you seem like an honest gal......so, why not talk to your parent's about this........they may be concerned at first, but, they should want your health to be a priority........talk to them about all of this.....take care...Brian.....
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If you know your reason for wanting to be on birth control is strictly to reduce your period issues, then your parents should understand. I think the best way to approach it is by telling your mother how painful your periods are, then go to the doctor. He/she may suggest the pill and then it won't be you that suggests it. If the doctor does not suggest the pill, then their may be something else that can reduce your symptoms. Best wishes!
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