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I Made a Mistake with My Birth Control and Am Wondering What the Odds Are I'm Currently Pregnant: Advice?
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I Made a Mistake with My Birth Control and Am Wondering What the Odds Are I’m Currently Pregnant: Advice?

A mom writes in asking for advice about birth control and pregnancy. She says, essentially, that she missed a few days here and there taking her birth control as planned. This has caused her to spiral into a world of complicated ovulation math, and she is wondering what the odds are that she is pregnant, because she had unprotected sex with her husband recently. She turns to the community for advice on what she should do regarding her birth control — should she start a new pack? — and feedback on what she should do next.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Having Your Tubes Tied?
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Having Your Tubes Tied?

A mom writes in asking for advice about getting her tubes tied (tubal ligation). She says she and her partner are done having children. She knows that both her mom and her aunt have gotten their tubes tied, but otherwise, she doesn’t know much about the procedure or the pros and cons of having it done. She says she’d love to hear from women who have gotten it done about their experiences, both the good and the bad.

My Husband Absolutely Does Not Want Another Kid, But I Think I Do: Advice?
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My Husband Absolutely Does Not Want Another Kid, But I Think I Do: Advice?

A mom writes in asking for advice about having another kid with her husband. She says she has about 9 months until she has her birth control removed, and at that time, she will need to make certain family planning decisions. She thinks she wants another child, although she is a little unsure about the timing. Her husband, however, is “adamant” that they not have another. When they discuss this, it usually erupts into an argument. How can she come to an agreement with her husband?

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