Although the Christian beliefs that I am in pushes natural method of family planning, I still chose the artificial methods in the past. In fact, I've already tried three different methods including pills and depo. But I decided to stop when my body suffered from numerous side effects. When I gave birth to my second child, Psalm, my OB forced me to try implanon because she said my health would be in danger if ever I get pregnant again. Who would not be afraid of that threat? So I gave her my nod of approval. The implant was inserted into my upper arm and it would last for three years.
On the first two months, I still felt comfortable with the implant even though my menstruation did not arrive. Honestly, having a menstruation every month is a hassle so without it is a plus for me. I was also briefed beforehand on the possible changes in my body so I was ready for it. However, three-four months later, side effects took a toll on my health. I felt that I got irritated easily without any reason. When my child or husband made even a little mistake, I got angry right away. My mood was affected tremendously. Aside from that side effects, I gained a lot of weight.
Eight months later, I decided to have my implanon removed. My doctor kept begging me not to remove it because she said implanon has lots of benefits. One of which is, it is anti-cervical cancer. I was almost convinced but after one hour of consultation, I made up my mind to have it removed. After all, it's my body will suffer, not hers. All along, I thought I was already free from this culprit implant.
After one week of removal, the after-effects were worse than I expected. One of the after-effects is depression. I felt so low about myself. I didn't understand why. No offense meant to those who suffer from depression right now, I have never expected that this kind of disorder would hit me at some point in my life. I have no reason to be depressed at all because I have a happy family, kind husband, great children, and wonderful God. Worse is, the depression persisted for three weeks. I also suffered from acid reflux, headache, nerve pains, and acne on my back. I already spent a lot of money consulting many doctors in the hope that these side effects would be gone. I guess it takes time for my body to adjust to the fact that it had a constant supply of hormones before.
After two months of removal, my body is already back to normal but my neurologist advised me to continue taking my anti-depresant medicine for one year. However, my acid reflux still persists until now and I was prohibited by my gastro doctor to eat food triggers, mostly my favorites (huhu). Do you know how much weight have I lose? Only 5 kilograms lng naman.
Final Thoughts:
To my fellow mothers, think a hundred times before trying this kind of contraceptive. Even any other contraceptives are really bad for our health. I have learned a lot of lessons now. I should have followed my Christian beliefs that natural method is a Godly way of family planning. If we always pray to God to intervene in our life, He will always grant the desire of our hearts.
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| Me Before and After the Implant - I Lose Weight So Terribly |
Eight months later, I decided to have my implanon removed. My doctor kept begging me not to remove it because she said implanon has lots of benefits. One of which is, it is anti-cervical cancer. I was almost convinced but after one hour of consultation, I made up my mind to have it removed. After all, it's my body will suffer, not hers. All along, I thought I was already free from this culprit implant.
After one week of removal, the after-effects were worse than I expected. One of the after-effects is depression. I felt so low about myself. I didn't understand why. No offense meant to those who suffer from depression right now, I have never expected that this kind of disorder would hit me at some point in my life. I have no reason to be depressed at all because I have a happy family, kind husband, great children, and wonderful God. Worse is, the depression persisted for three weeks. I also suffered from acid reflux, headache, nerve pains, and acne on my back. I already spent a lot of money consulting many doctors in the hope that these side effects would be gone. I guess it takes time for my body to adjust to the fact that it had a constant supply of hormones before.
After two months of removal, my body is already back to normal but my neurologist advised me to continue taking my anti-depresant medicine for one year. However, my acid reflux still persists until now and I was prohibited by my gastro doctor to eat food triggers, mostly my favorites (huhu). Do you know how much weight have I lose? Only 5 kilograms lng naman.
Final Thoughts:
To my fellow mothers, think a hundred times before trying this kind of contraceptive. Even any other contraceptives are really bad for our health. I have learned a lot of lessons now. I should have followed my Christian beliefs that natural method is a Godly way of family planning. If we always pray to God to intervene in our life, He will always grant the desire of our hearts.
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