If you’ve been following HerCampus for the last month, you would know that I have been writing about my journey with birth control!
Honestly, it’s one of the best decisions I have made in my life.
This week, I started taking the placebo or “sugar” pills, which means that I would stop taking hormones in order for my body to have my period.
I didn’t expect immediate relief, but surprisingly, my body took birth control really well.
Unlike my usual symptoms, of a heavy period, cramps, and acne, it was like all of these symptoms went away. Sometimes, I even forgot that I was on my period! The only symptoms I had was I noticed I was craving a lot more snacks than usual and at times, a little bit more emotional, which is entirely okay.
I start my new pack in the next couple of days and little did I realize, I grew a lot in the last month too.
Normally, whenever I am on my period, I avoid the gym at all costs. This week, I felt light and free, and went to the gym in celebration.
With birth control, I feel a lot more spontaneous, happy, and free. I felt empowered as a woman to take control of her body. Even though I forgot to take my pills sometimes, the pill is something I’m glad I invested my time into.
Here’s some advice if you plan on taking the pill:
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Set an alarm! The only times I forgot to take my birth control pill was when I forgot to reset my alarm.
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Listen to your body. You know your body best and it’s important that you listen to all of the symptoms before making any big decisions.
Taking birth control is something I feel very fortunate to have and I wouldn’t change it for a thing.