Re: [ozmidwifery] implanon and breastfeeding

[Kate &/or Nick]

Yes it was in my arm. LIfe is 3 years. I gave it a year before I decided to have it removed due to side effects (very long, frequent, heavy menses. I was having a 10-12 day period, a 3 day gap, andother 10-12 day period a 5 day gap and then the cycle began again. Certainly very effective contraception!)   In my case, once it was removed, the Mirena was recommended. But my gyn gave me a 10% risk of uterine puncture, which made me decide against it. Oral contraceptives are not an option for me, which is serously narrowing the choices. That vasectomy is looking good!   Kate   ----- Original Message ----- From: Kim Stead To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2005 3:50 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] implanon and breastfeeding Just out of curiosity........ Is implanon the one you get inserted in your arm?  What is it's recommended life?   Has this replaced the Mireana (IUD)?    Kiwi Kim         -------Original Message-------   From: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Date: 03/22/05 15:55:09 To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] implanon and breastfeeding   >>BTW is implanon now approved in Australia for breastfeeding mothers??   I was told it was. It didn't affect my milk supply. I had it inserted at 8 weeks, and removed after a year (due to intolerable side-effects!)   Kate