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I was forced to discontinue using it due to the risk of more blood clots developing. 

I was prescribed the Patch by a Gynaecologist to help treat pelvic/cervical pain. He refused to do any of the checks required (weight/height/blood pressure). He also gave no information on side effects. 
If he had done any checks, he’d have worked out i have an obese BMI, which puts me in the at risk category (I was unaware of this before using it). 
After 2-3 weeks of using it, I suffered a sudden “thunderclap” headache, and was later diagnosed with multiple blood clots in the brain. Blood clots are a huge side effect of the patch, and it’s barely mentioned!

Evra patch-review-id-4c0430ae-4c1f-4713-aced-a5f5a9dc559e

I've had lots of problems with depression and anxiety on the pill and was recommended the patch. In the first month it worked well although when I tried to take it back to back I got painful bloating and cramps as my period tried to start. In month 3 though I had to stop. I became increasingly anxious and noticed that I was struggling to concentrate, not enjoying things, not looking forward to anything, worrying excessively that something bad was going to happen. After spending a lot of the weekend crying, I decided to stop the patch. After a day I already feel a lot more positive again. I will miss my boobs being bigger but the patch just doesn't work for me. I can't live like that. 

Evra patch-review-id-743047e0-7fdd-42b9-8d1e-74e06419d2b7

I am currently on the patch and have mixed feelings. I have been on it for over a year and can confidently say I have significantly less mood swings than I did on Rivigedon. Also increased my breast size by 2 cup sizes which I am very happy about. However, for the first 9 months or so I kept getting thrush religiously every 3-6 weeks even though I never had it before this contraception. Within recent months I do not get it as frequently however still crops up every now and again. However the thing which is making me consider changing is the SIGNIFICANTLY lowered sex drive and vaginas dryness. I feel like not many people do not have this side effect on the patch but I just got unlucky.

Evra patch-review-id-a37f0498-3c80-41a9-90b3-d3512b31a73e

I was hesitant to swap contraception to the patch but wish I had done it sooner! Patch is small and discreet and can be placed in areas so it cannot be seen. Only change it once a week and works perfectly. No side defects besides from on the patch free week I don’t have a period. Leaves a sticky patch on skin when taken off but washes off easily. Would recommend to anyone!!!

Evra patch-review-id-24453a17-bf5c-4d3f-9c5d-93284c2b64bf

I get really hopeful about using Evra after problems with using the pill and the coil in the past. I don’t react well to synthetic hormones but heard the patch was a bit more gentle. Unfortunately it had a very quick and quite intense negative effect on my mood. I felt extremely irritable, upset, paranoid, distracted and quite frankly neurotic and depressed. I only lasted 6 weeks, I’ve heard the symptoms may start to ease after 3 cycles but I really couldn’t take it any more. Since removing the patch I’ve felt so much better! Maybe psychosomatic I’ve no idea but I felt awful on it and I feel better with it removed so……

Evra patch-review-id-f7992c00-c7fa-469f-993a-0183d5b41765

Came off this tonight after 6 weeks as I literally can’t cope with the 24/7 constant anxiety anymore. My skin on my body has also been a little itchy but my face has also started randomly reacting to normal skincare and make up that I’ve been using for ages. 

Evra patch-review-id-9064fa2c-8a86-4987-abe0-147706524a99

Pros: Very easy to use, easy to remember to change once you're in a routine (great for shift workers, as you only have to change it once a week and don't have to worry too much about timing), totally stopped my cramps/period pain, periods are now like clockwork, personally had a stable mood throughout.

Cons: Can come off if you catch it by accident, mine don't seem to like to stay on in hot tubs (fine in shower/bath) so have to keep an eye on it sometimes, does look a bit unsightly or strange to other people if that's something that would bother you.

Evra patch-review-id-15a9f3f2-212e-4316-a957-9532f102850b

I have used various pills for a couple years. However with a change in lifestyle being a shift worker I was unable to take the pill at the same time everyday and it was leading to irregular bleeding. The patch has been so easy to get on with and I had no changes moving from pill to patch and is easily hidden. The one downside is if your wearing dark clothing the patch edges can be very sticky and sometimes fluff from clothing transfers onto the edges of the patch. However this being my only downside im glad I made the switch and I would highly recommend it to anyone who struggles to remember take the pill everyday or someone like me who works shift patterns.

Evra patch-review-id-605b90c5-5815-49ca-b605-17cdde014c2a

Was very convenient and stayed on when on holiday where I was in and out of the sea and swimming pool

Evra patch-review-id-c5fd4674-1419-4b9c-92cd-e1b4015c449a

The patch was ok. I definitely preferred it to taking a pill everyday but still had the issue of remembering when I had to put the new one on. 
My biggest issue with it was that as it’s sticky, it would get very dirty, very quickly either from sweat, clothes lint or general dirt and would start to lose its stickiness and did fall off a couple of times. 
I noticed quite a bit of weight gain as well as very enlarged breasts and there was an obvious loss of sex drive. 
I’m unsure I would use it again. 

Evra patch-review-id-9941b5a4-3a3e-4ecd-9f38-ff9f11f511c6

The hormonal coil is the best contraception that I have used and helps me feel empowered over the decisions that I make about my own reproductive system.

My fitting didn't quite go to plan, but it wasn't at the fault of the kind doctor and nurse who fitted it. I had an adverse reaction to the procedure where my blood pressure dropped significantly. Apparently this is a known side effect to the process and can cause some women to need the coil removed. After about an hour, my blood pressures went back to normal.

I found that the hormone level in the Kyleena coil was better for me as the pill was made my mental health worse.

My periods are very light and manageable and happen around every 8 weeks. 

My cramps for the first year of the coil were really bad and would cause me to double over and have to spend days in bed. However I am pleased that I stuck with it because that stopped eventually and now the pain is manageable with over the counter pain killers.

Kyleena coil-review-id-e5f8543a-4626-44a2-bbfc-e1a666f0c99d

I didn't expirience the "crash" so coming off it was absolutely fine for me
Also having it out was a breeze

The worst part about this was having it put it! I found it so painful. But after having it removed I did feel like my body relaxed as it was always in my mind that I has something inside me and if it moved etc
I prefer methods that's aren't physical or can be easily seen

Mirena coil-review-id-20ac64c3-9a06-41c6-8014-fdae61e55b51

I am on my second coil. For me, it is so much better than taking the pill because I don’t have to think about it at all. I had a much better experience having my second coil fitted because I had a GP who was very familiar with the process and sympathetic. She gave me local anaesthetic and she and the nurse calmly talked me through everything and made sure I was ok. It still hurt during the procedure and I had several hours of cramping afterwards, but it was just about bearable and I’ve had no problems since, and it’s been 18 months since I had it fitted. No periods is great!
I found out I have a tilted womb and apparently that can make insertion more painful. About 1 in 4 women have this.

Mirena coil-review-id-3a13ef79-cc0b-4116-a807-d425b36f1966

I have had the kyleena coil for just over a year and really like it. The insertion was absolutely fine with painkillers and I was very bloated but not in any pain after insertion. My periods returned (I was on the combined pill before this) after three months and are much lighter than before. My skin initially was quite bad but has cleared up now and my hair did start to shed but stopped after five months. My skin is perhaps a little greasier than before and I’ve got slightly darker body hair but otherwise no bad side effects really. 

Kyleena coil-review-id-6d4b5180-0c3b-4317-ab81-1fc8a98fe8d1

I had a pretty bad storey few months with the coil. I got an infection post insertion and can pelvic pain on and off for a few months. Nothing major more annoying than painful. Periods very very light. Then I  had another infection and it was more painful this time. Turned out the strings were left too long and that was was causing the discomfort and infections. I’ve had them trimmed and I’ve not had any issues since. I get some slight cramping around ovulation and period but hardly any bleeding more discharge. I found my moods have improved and I’m not so crazy with PMT each month. Overall I’m happy with it but it was a bit difficult for the first 6 months but I’m glad I stuck with it. 

Mirena coil-review-id-3532b749-39ee-4d06-8ccc-b500eef8f6cb

I have used the mirena for many years . The removal and insertion process was ok. I took 2 x paracetamol and 2x nurofen before . It did hurt a bit but with a great healthcare professional inserting it who talked me through each different part it felt a lot less scary . Sometimes after I would have a few hours of period style cramps. But with the last one , nothing !! Result !! 

Mirena coil-review-id-b40a2335-bbd5-411e-ac6c-a140ae15742a

I *really* wanted an IUS, but during getting it fitted I was in so much pain, even with an aesthetic gel that the doctor made me stop. 

I was crying and a nurse was holding my hand throughout. Because of my concave cervix, it was so painful. I share this because I don't think people know that sometimes even if you want this option, it doesn't work out and there's no way of really knowing beforehand. 

Mirena coil-review-id-f2f5bcbd-95f6-4599-a257-50a87aacb55a

I got the Jaydess IUD two and a half months ago. It was inserted without painkillers/anesthesia so I found insertion painful (but the procedure is short). Cramping lasted a few days and then intermittently for the first few weeks. Constant spot bleeding lasted little over two months but since then this has faded. I have noticed my periods getting lighter since insertion, and I'm holding out hope they'll stop altogether. I chose Jaydess over Mirena as I was worried about the hormonal imbalance the Mirena may cause, however now I feel more confident and will likely select the Mirena the next time I update my IUD in order to stop periods altogether. 

Jaydess coil-review-id-cb90c73c-e950-4e5f-981c-6a81dbe18328

My second coil. Insertion was easy and quick. Fewer stomach cramps after than when my first coil was inserted. Happy with this version, plus its 5 years so less to think about. Had little/no periods, partner is happy and comfortable with this method. 

I was nervous when I went to get it replaced, but it was easy, and only a slight pinch when it was placed. Since I have had it, I often forget I have it which I think is a good sign. Overall positive experience and I would recommend to a friend.

Kyleena coil-review-id-8d5a0b12-cc32-4135-bb0e-e228a2b5fd6e

I was nervous to start the coil. I wanted to go on a much lower hormonal contraceptive and the coil sounded ideal for me and my partner. Having the coil placed felt tense at first but I calmed myself down (lots of deep breaths) and was pleasantly surprised by how easy and quick this was. For me, it was a quick pinch and it was done. I did have quite uncomfortable stomach cramps after it was inserted but that was gone by the next day.

I felt fine to go to the gym that evening but do not recommend it as I felt unwell after doing this. Since then I do exercise before the appointment and then have a very chill rest of my day. When friends ask, I suggest to not plan anything for the rest of the day and just focus on resting up.

I have been very happy that I started the coil and have since moved on to another longer-term version. I have only had a few issues with the coil. The first is that the strings could be felt by my partner - he told me they poked him and obviously that isn't very nice when having sex. I had it cut down twice as it still continued to poke him. But this was fairly easy to sort.

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