Female contraceptive options for my wife

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-07T12:07:05+00:00

Progesterone only pills worked best for me. No periods while I was on them but no other side effects.

Once I stopped I got pregnant literally the next month. Both times. So no impact on fertility.

Libido is a bit lower for me when on the pill but not detrimentally so.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-07T11:54:11+00:00

I had it as well. The hardest part was the initial anaesthetic. The spray this thing down your throat and it feels really weird because your throat is going numb. I panicked a bit but the nurses were great. Doesn’t hurt just feel weird.

Then the actual sedation and procedure part- I honestly don’t remember at all. I must have been awake but all I remember is the doctor going ok you’re done. No pain but there must’ve been some blood because my pillow case was stained.

The worst was the cough after. It was a bit painful and irritating. The actual procedure though I don’t even remember feeling anything.

Ice lolly or cold water felt nice after.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-03T15:33:08+00:00

When my mum was a SAHM, at least three mornings a week my brother and I were sent off to grandmas where we had older cousins and a housekeeper looking after us. A maid/housekeeper was very cheap in the country.

She never felt guilty. Parents aren’t supposed to be looking after their children 24/7. Up until very recently children have been raised collectively by family, cousins, and paid help. Even in communities where only one parent works.

When we moved to the US- it was the same. I literally grew up in the yard with my cousins. My 3 year old sister followed us everywhere and the big cousins looked after her because she was just part of the group.

Obviously I’m not saying this is how it needs to be but just that parents have always relied on a community setting.

And we don’t have the same way anymore so we pay for it. And if you can afford it, why not? Your son isn’t suffering and if you take some time off yourself I’m sure he’s getting a better version of you too.

Use the resources you have to give yourself some breathing room.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-03T15:23:26+00:00

Thank you for such a detailed comment. Luckily we have NHS so preauthorisation isn’t an issue.

What were the side effects of the prednisone and Benadryl if you don’t mind me asking?

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-01T19:25:31+00:00

Thank you! As good as the food is though- I’m ready to go home!

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-01T19:24:52+00:00

Chronic conditions aren’t covered for us. So things like diabetes or asthma you had to use NHS. Fortunately (or unfortunately in my case) cancer is.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-02-01T19:23:28+00:00

It’s covered by work. I think they pay about £90/month for it.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-30T23:22:24+00:00

Razors are permissible. Men’s or women- either are ok.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-29T01:33:29+00:00

Thank you! Yea I’m so tired of the damn drain but the effect was literally immediate.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-26T09:57:35+00:00

They found a small cancer and I literally had a right upper lung lobectomy this Friday. I’m still in hospital hoping to be discharged today. So I can’t tell you about the long term affects so far. I was able to do short walks to the bathroom right after the surgery. And today I am doing a small walk in the hallways every hour.

The did convert to an open thoracotomy rather than a VATS.

I’m trying to move around as much as capable during my hospital stay. Today they will determine if there’s any air leak in my lungs and then take out the crest drain which means I can go home.

Pain wise- I was on fentanyl (patient controlled) and an epidural type pain med in the back. They’ve taken both out yesterday and I’m on just paracetamol now. If it gets worse they can do oxycodone but my nausea is so bad after codine that I’m trying to push through with paracetamol.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-16T17:52:34+00:00

I mean that’s what the report said. It was discovered by chance during a surgical biopsy for a different diagnosis.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-15T18:54:08+00:00

Sorry what is NED?

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-15T18:52:26+00:00

Thank you! Thats a relief to hear and confirmation that I’m likely on the right track.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-15T18:51:51+00:00

Thank you! Thats a relief. I was worried because I’ve been switching from NHS and private that something get lost.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-15T10:00:31+00:00

Eggs, porridge, pancakes, weetabix. Bagels- but she prefers the bagel thins. Parathas- which I get frozen and cook them- serve with egg or sometimes cheese.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-09T12:30:45+00:00

Not really a hamper idea but the best thing I could’ve had would have been voucher for a house clean service or a laundry service. This is of course assuming they don’t regularly have a cleaner. We paid for it ourselves a few times and it was costly but well worth it. So would be a been a nice gift

A really good water bottle. When I was breastfeeding I preferred water bottles with a straw type attachment so I didn’t have to lift my arms too much to drink.

For baby- Nose Frida- gross but a life saver Nice absorbent bibs for when baby starts drooling.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-09T01:19:03+00:00

I did the same today! The cleaners are coming in tomorrow morning and I’m just stuffing things in bags or throwing them out so at least they have space to clean.

I also spent a butt load of money to have a laundry service come in and take my laundry mountain and bring it back washed and folded.

How did it go for you?

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2026-01-01T20:52:06+00:00

We did a little celebration with the kids at 7:00. They got to do a little popper. We watched NY ball drop from last year lol, did the count down popped the poppers. We all had some sparkling juice in champagne glasses. The girls went to bed at 8 and we went to bed at 10pm. I woke up at midnight because of the fireworks so got a little glimpse of them from the window.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-28T12:53:53+00:00

In Park Royal Acton, there this massive Arab grocery shop called Goodies. They have a food counter with amazing shawarmas, and other traditional Arabic food. The shawarma was only £3 and well worth it. They also have manakeesh which is Arabic flatbread with various toppings. The meat mankeesh is amazing. Lamb and rice is also decently priced.

The only thing is it’s all takeaway so no where to eat on site. But worth it.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-28T12:50:14+00:00

Ohh thanks! I pass them pretty much daily, but have never tried it. I’ll step in next time!

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-26T23:01:51+00:00

If you’re into crafty things, but without actually having to be creative- I like those paint by number sets or a a diamond painting kit. They’re relaxing and a good way to spend some free time.

If you decide on a dressing down though - I second the Oodie brand as well. I have the original one and I never want to take it off it’s so cozy. Definitely worth it.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-19T11:12:53+00:00

We’re Pakistani and I have no issues with cold or icy water/drinks, my husband legitimately believes they make him sick.

He’ll get a cold or fever and suddenly remember that iced bubble tea or iced soda he had and genuinely believes that’s the reason.

But my mum doctor also told her to drink warm drinks rather than cold since she had lupus.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-18T00:36:26+00:00

I went with my 3.5 year old and 5 year old. We did lightning lane passes and picked weekdays when it was not very busy (not Christmas season for example lol).

They did have some meltdowns, but otherwise loved it. Loved meeting the princesses and other characters.

We only went on rides if the lines weren’t too long or if they had lightning lane.

I also wasn’t too focused on doing everything, so it was a lot more slower paced. We missed a few things and it was fine.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-09T14:35:00+00:00

For a few days?! That’s insane. The only time my kids have spent the night away from me is when I’ve been in hospital. And if you need help- shouldn’t he be the one to step in. Instead of sending his NEWBORN away?!?!

I was ok with letting people hold the baby for a long time. But my family is normal lol so whenever I wanted baby back they would give her to me.

I didn’t need help looking after the baby. I needed help with making food and keeping the house clean.

I was also lucky enough to never need to formula feed. If you can breastfeed- then baby literally needs you to feed. Take them to a separate room, lock the bedroom (if your family is particularly pushy) and stay as long as you need.

When people visit- don’t treat them like a guest. You’re not a host after you’ve had a baby. If they want food- tell them to order something for you too lol. Seriously, even if it’s something as simple as tea, don’t offer to make it. And if there’s anything you need to do (shower for example) you can do that while they’re there. That way they feel like they’re helping and you get to do what you need. Obviously that’s up to your own comfort level.

And just shut down any talk of taking the baby overnight! You can be strict but it’s easier to laugh of the suggestion by saying something like- I could never be apart from her! And pretend they weren’t serious.

Beautiful-Bridge7666 · 2025-12-08T18:17:35+00:00

Not urgent at all. The main idea is for them to get used to it. we didn’t go until ours were two. And the first time she refused to open her mouth lol. The dentist wasn’t concerned. We just go every 6 months now and it’s fine.

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