Periods and Contraception: the consequences on your menstrual flow

What are the direct and indirect consequences of our contraception on our rules ? When it comes time for choice of contraception, it is important to learn about the potential effects on your period.

Lag, irregularity, pain, absence of periods or even variable intensities, contraception can lead to a whole host of changes, modifications, upheavals on your with medium flows.

Of the teenager who begins her sex life to the young mother after a layer return, we invite you to take the time to learn about the various contraceptive methods available. In any case, whatever your contraception and the nature of your periods, you will undoubtedly find the pair of period panties ideal at Louloucup!

Louloucup takes stock of the contraception the most well-known and their potential impact on menstruation. Be careful, however, every woman, every period is unique. The facts presented in this article are therefore general observations of an informative nature. They may vary from one woman to another. A doubt, a question? We can only advise you to turn to a midwife, gynecologist or doctor.

Progestogen contraceptive methods

In this specific case, the means of contraception concerned are based on a single type of hormone, a synthetic progestogen. The rules are artificial and are there only to reassure the woman.

The progestogen or micro-dose pill

With the pill micro-dosed, theovulation can be achieved. This type of pill is taken continuously, without interruption. No periods here. The tablets, all dosed with progesterone, prevent natural losses and bleeding. Very low losses and mocking may occur during your cycle. Typically menstrual panties for light flow (Mia and Chloe) are ideal for coping with these episodic manifestations.

The implant

Ce progestogen subcutaneous device continuously delivers the substance into the body. The risk ofamenorrhea is strong with an implant (more than one in five women). Other women observe very irregular periods, slight or even anecdotal. Still others notice spotting.

The hormonal IUD

Just like the micro-dose pill or the implant, we observe notable disturbances in the rules with the Hormonal IUD. If the copper IUD tends to increase the menstrual flow, it is the opposite with the hormonal IUD. Periods then become very short, very light and/or irregular. They decrease so much that they tend to completely disappear for some women.

Injectable contraceptives

With contraceptive injections every 3 months, periods can be very disrupted. Spaced out, delayed, advanced or even absent, the rules are turned upside down.

Estrogen-progestogen contraceptive methods

Unlike progestogen contraception, estrogen-progestogen contraceptives consist of two hormones, the estrogen and progesterone. Depending on the contraception, periods may be delayed or even avoided.

The combined or mini-pill

With the taking a mini-pill, ovulation does not occur. Two doses are possible with the combined pill:

• 21 day pack then 7 days of “period”
• or 28-day pack. In this case, the intake is continuous, without interruption. The pack consists of 21 real tablets and 7 tablets placebos. Losses occur while taking placebos. They are due to the sudden drop in hormone levels.

The vaginal ring

The ring is placed in the vagina for 3 weeks, before being removed the week corresponding to the period. Vaginal ring users experience short rules et scarce. As with other hormonal contraceptives, the vaginal ring prevents ovulation. So there are no real rules. The blood of the fourth week corresponds to a drop in estrogen. Note that the ring is the device with the lowest dose of hormones (compared to the patch or the pill).

The contraceptive patch

A new patch is placed every week on his skin (belly, shoulder, back). On the fourth week, no patch is stuck and losses then occur. As with the ring, these are not real periods since ovulation does not occur. This is a withdrawal bleeding. Some make the choice to always keep a patch on them to avoid this bleeding.


Non-hormonal contraceptive methods

You prefer that none synthetic hormone interfere with your menstrual cycle and change it? So-called non-hormonal contraceptive methods exist and have proven their worth. Without synthetic hormones, the body naturally follows the period . So periods do indeed occur, they are real and there, it is impossible to avoid them, just like ovulation and the other phases of the cycle: follicular phase and luteal phase!

Condoms

A great classic of contraception, female and male condoms have a good protection index for both avoid pregnancy that for IS. The use of condoms has the advantage of having no effect on menstruation. On the other hand, you must always use a condom even during your period. The risk of get pregnant and sexual infections does not disappear during the few days of losses.

The copper IUD or copper IUD

The IUD or Copper intrauterine device is really practical for those who do not want hormones or occasional contraception such as condoms. However, the copper IUD generally makes menstruation a little longer, a little heavier and sometimes a little more painful than before the insertion. Besides, the copper IUD is not recommended for women or girls who already have a naturally heavy flow. These changes in menstruation are mainly observed in the first six months following the installation. Afterwards, many women notice an improvement and a near return to normal. Others, on the other hand, note a flow that remains very heavy or even hemorrhagic.

In this situation, the menstrual panties for very heavy flow or hemorrhagic flow Louloucup are perfect. Super absorbent and reliable, these menstrual panties allow you to live your periods serenely even with a copper IUD.

Spermicides, cervical cap and diaphragm

Cervical cap and diaphragm are used in addition to a spermicide. This type of local contraception and to be renewed with each new report has no impact on the rules. Chemical spermicides used excessively can produce irritation in some women but do not modify menstruation.

And the morning after pill?

These emergency contraception very practical is used in many cases: accident of torn condom, detached patch or forgetting to take the pill. Highly dosed in hormones, this tablet can have a impact on your period. By preventing ovulation, morning after pill can disrupt your cycle and disrupt the coming of your next period by several days, by delaying or bringing them forward. Small bleeding may also be observed. Everything should be back to normal in the next cycle.

IUD, pill, condom or patch, many solutions exist to avoid unwanted pregnancies. While some will be reassured to see the arrival of their period on a regular basis each month, other women prefer to do without it completely. Still others prefer the 0 hormone option with an all natural cycle.

Choosing the right contraception, adapted to her lifestyle, her body and her personality is fundamental in a woman's life. We hope to have helped you to see more clearly. ❤︎