[HopeT]

I believe the estrogen thing, my doctor noticed that my fibroid tumors have grown since I've been on this diet... these tumors feed on estrogen.

[BeckyS25]

I switched over to the IUD about 3 months ago and asked my doctor about my hormones on the diet. She said higher hormones while losing a lot of weight is true, so I was told to use a pregnancy test if my TOM didn't come. Of course, the TOM is all out of whack, so I've been periodically taking tests just to be sure. No surprises!

[BeccaGrim]

What about the IUD? Good enough??

[wuv2bloved]

Originally Posted by BeccaGrim

What about the IUD? Good enough??

Unless you want an IP baby I would use DOUBLE protection. I have seen A LOT of IP babies in my 88 weeks!!

[EPAPRN]

I know that for people who have polycystic ovary syndrome, a diet that creates insulin sensitivity can actually help them ovulate, hence getting pregnant when you couldn't before. I don't think that EVERYONE who is of childbearing age needs to use double protection...just those who 1) want to be absolutely, positively, without a doubt sure they don't get pregnant and 2) anyone who had irregular periods and/or PCOS and don't want to get pregnant.

[aliboo723]

Is it crazy that I'm super excited about this? My hubby and I have been trying to conceive for 5 years. We miscarried about a year and 1/2 ago and have not gotten pregnant again. I'm starting IP next week and would be over the moon if this helped us get pregnant!!!!!!

[BrittStar027]

I can say from experience that this diet does very strange things to your cycle. The first time I did IP everything was messed up. I wouldn't have a time of month for an extended period of time and then would for three weeks. Everything was SO irregular. I have cystic ovaries and endometriosis, so the irregularity doesn't help. However, losing weight has helped others with their endometriosis symptoms, so it's a double-edged sword for me. Here's to hoping it helps things out!

[libellule]

It absolutely messes with your period! Definitely take that precaution if you don't want to be preggo!! And for those of you who do - have fun! :-)

[NotCoolEnough]

bump

[canadjineh]

Take this seriously, unless you don't really care whether you get pregnant or not. If you are using an IUD I would certainly check with your gyno since there can be a problem with tubal pregnancy if you DO become pregnant. Fatal for the unborn child of course, and very dangerous for you.

I've 'taken a chance' only 5 times in my life and even that was a calculated risk counting in TOM & cycle. That's why we are childfree. Don't take chances unless you will be happy with a positive preggers test.
Liana

[kathy72]

the ideal coaching videos actually tell you that birth control may not be effective and you should use backup.