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Took Ellaone in 3rd out of the 5 day window as we were unsure did condom leak since it tore. Had sex protected but failed contraception on 9th day of my cycle took Ella 3 days later. After ingesting felt cramps hour later. Over the weeks had been moody / tingling breasts / back ache / headaches dizzy nauseous and very bad acne. Took two tests both negative so awaiting aunty flo to make appearance as expected . I presume the tablet did its job but I wouldn’t rush to take it again instead I would go on the pill as well as use second method of contraception.

ellaOne pill-review-id-46ff3cb0-d9bc-4946-adb2-582c35cdc9eb

As a woman who is currently refusing regular contraception after various awful experiences, I was caught out one night with my husband. I opted for the morning after pill so I wouldn’t have to wait and see if I might have become pregnant. It was the least disruptive medication I’ve taken lately. I wasn’t previously having periods being 10 months post partum they hadn’t yet returned but did within 2 weeks of taking the MAP.

Ezinelle pill-review-id-ed440356-4401-447d-aa4b-168f6e457414

Extremely effective. So good that I got into an unhealthy pattern of using this pill at least once a month for 6mos.

ellaOne pill-review-id-e8c07f5e-b3b0-4ed5-920c-32a28d21f36f

It does the job i guess, but the side effects that come with it are terrible tbh, it cause me ao much dryness and im so scared as that has never happened to me before i just hope to get better

Levonorgestrel pill-review-id-7e675e7b-dec6-4f15-ac79-3f8debb599a6

Levonorgestrel pill-review-id-95e2e085-eaa7-47f5-a21d-38e8fb1eef96

I took this morning after pill last month and had no side effects but took it again this month and it delayed my period by 11 days and prolonged it by an extra few days. I was also heavier during this time. 

Levonorgestrel pill-review-id-3c85346c-f071-4b69-95c1-1ee854c1c7cd

Made me feel ill for the rest of the day, fine again the next morning though. Had quite a bit of spotting and period a little later than usual.

Levonorgestrel pill-review-id-9a697a6e-2c71-4a8e-bbff-1cc863cc7989

Do not recommend taking this if you’re allergic to milk or lactose intolerant. I was incredibly nauseous for over 3 days.

ellaOne pill-review-id-4ca116cb-8904-47d0-998c-b51533d2ae53

I have had plenty of both Ella One and Levonelle (am I spelling these right?!). They're both bloody excellent and for me no side effects except to my wallet at £30 a time. No side effects and infinitely preferable to an abortion. I eventually sorted out a copper coil because the morning after pill clearly isn't sustainable as a first choice for me and my partner and we don't like condoms. I've noticed people saying that it's 'bad' or 'unhealthy' to take multiple morning after pills and I'd like to know why. I don't know if they mean physiologically, financially, or 'morally' .

ellaOne pill-review-id-bf41e7f9-89b7-4578-a0e5-9666e3993f71

Always choose the best option for you I have taken this pill numerous times so i was aware of the side affects, not so bad as other pills just a heavier period which also came early which is normal for me happems most times I've took it but overall I would recommend for a morning after solution.

Levonelle One Step pill-review-id-95eff1d8-d576-4602-9416-c7881f1fc48c

My periods stopped completely, and the odd cramps I had early on were pretty much gone after about 6/7 months (although they weren’t bad). I’ve changed back to copper coil as I felt the hormones were affecting my mental health, feeling like I was on autopilot and low moods which I felt similarly when I was on the POP pill. 

Kyleena coil-review-id-ae2d278d-8430-4161-8289-2f8d774ea651

Into my 3rd month and really happy with it. I switched from using the implant and my moods are much better and my bleeds have pretty much stopped. I'm getting pains and spotting at the same time every month so this is much more regular than what I've been used to. Insertion was not nearly bad as expected. Overall, very happy. 

Mirena coil-review-id-778bf38c-7a31-43a7-84fb-159d5adc7fb3

So far so good, irregular and light periods which is absolutely fine with me. I’m not really experiencing any other side effects, insertion was easy. A lil bit of pressure and period like cramping but nothing I couldn’t handle and my pain tolerance is naturally low. It’s doing a great job and I’d recommend it especially if you live a busy life like me and struggle to remember to take a pill everyday. Best decision for me! Stay safe ladies xxx

Jaydess coil-review-id-2905d672-40e5-4761-952c-bba7d5205dfa

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Jaydess-review-id-28725

So far my experience has been a positive one. The insertion process was easy and quick, I experience a bit of pressure but no pain, milf cramping. I spotted for a week and a half. But overall I feel good.

Jaydess coil-review-id-a382a564-782f-47a4-9850-b7238001cfce

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Mirena-review-id-28492

So i was on a number of pills from the age of 19.
From the mini pill to the combined pill.
I had recently stopped cilest as I noticed that over the past 3 years i had little to no sex drive and was always moody.
I found this website and started to research about alternatives.
So many people recommended the IUD, and one day i decided to just go for it. insertation is painful as I haven’t had kids yet.
But I’ve been on it for over 4 months and I finally have a sex drive, my skin is still good, with the odd spot. My mood is much better.
Only negative is that I’ve started to grow dark hairs on my neck and chin which i have to pluck. So i think i will need to look into laser hair removal. Also i am always hungry? I have gained 10lbs, but I’m not sure if this is fat or water weight as i work out 5 days a week!
Overall, I really like this method. I get extremely light bleeds, and i can always check the strings.
Also, when i finally decide to start a family, i can simply go get it removed.

Mirena coil-review-id-4c9b5282-06cc-4c22-a5b1-ca929cb079da

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Kyleena-review-id-28454

Got this after my Jaydess ran out, after being told they were similar but this lasts longer. However, the increase in hormones definitely impacted me negatively. My breasts have got bigger for an F to GG, my skin went from clear to increasingly bad acne, I'm currently having to use antibiotics twice a day and 2 different topical prescriptions to stop the acne caused by the hormone imbalance the coil caused me. It also caused thrust in the 2nd week of my cycle. Definitely, made me more light-headed and dizzy too. Luckily, when I went to get this taken out the clinic had a Jaydess it could be replaced with, but it's disappointing that many NHS trusts see this coil as a direct replacement for Jaydess and have stopped providing both.

Kyleena coil-review-id-1bb921e0-5f4b-4c61-83f7-a906a950965a

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Mirena-review-id-27759

Got the coil fitted on day 1 of my period so the first week I was cramping pretty much non stop but they were still significantly less painful than normal period cramps. My period lasted a bit longer than normal (8-9 days vs 5) and it was heavier. I was also severly fatigued the next 4 days after fitting but then energy levels went back to normal. Been spotting between periods, my second period was longer again but significantly lighter than when I got it fitted. I’ve had no issues with my mental health, been feeling pretty good so far!

Mirena coil-review-id-f8691e2a-2d4d-4ba0-af3b-153f927cc016

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Mirena-review-id-26593

Had mirena inserted during endo surgery. I had puss (pink and yellow) leaking from my vagina for 10 days straight. The smell was foul, like rotting meat. I was given antibiotics which made some improvement but swabs revealed no infection.  Then I had heavy blood flow for about 3 weeks. I also experienced severe lower back pain and inflammation which I am still seeing an osteopath for now, less than 3 months later. I’ve had the coil removed because the foul smell has started to come back. More swabs reveal no infection so I’m at a loss as to how I can fix this problem and it’s a real social killer as you can imagine. I also have anxiety and depression and I don’t think this change in hormones has helped me one bit. I feel extremely hypersensitive and friends and family have commented on it. I know everyone’s experience is different but I would tell anyone considering this method to run as fast as you can.

Mirena coil-review-id-f1141bb7-69b4-4ef0-b3d6-de8ac263d3b7

Hormonal coil (IUS)-Kyleena-review-id-21828

I came off the pill after 6 years onto the IUS. I much prefer this, no mood swings, basically no other side effects. No periods. Don't have to remember to take the pill everyday. If you're thinking about it definitely prepare yourself for the procedure as it is uncomfortable and invasive.

Kyleena coil-review-id-9e73a540-f5b6-4d48-a5ea-c397a0c5ecbb

My obs/gynae Dr recommended this. I had it inserted at the same time as my second c section. Other pills didn’t agree with me after the birth of my first daughter and I was struggling to find something that worked for me. The mini pill which was brilliant for so many years made me bleed, and all other pills turned me into a moody hormonal mess. The mirina coil has been brilliant so far. Initially I had horrendous back ache but I didn’t know if that was from child birth or the coil. Light exercise helped this. I also got thrush quite badly and have had mild pmt symptoms every now and again but nothing I can’t handle. I would definitely recommend this.

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