Thread: How to go on the pill?

I wish I could go to my doctor for birth control but its just too expensive. I think its like 70 bucks with no insurance + the cost of the office visit. So I go to planned parenthood which most women think is fine but I REALLY miss my doctor. It was just cleaner and more organized and much more personal. Each planned parenthood is different so yours might be fine. The great thing about it is that its very cheap - its actually free for me because I make so little moola. But you'll probably see a different nurse practicioner each time you go in which is kinda sucky. It's really up to you if you have a choice I'd go with your normal doctor (if you feel comfortable talking with them about birth control) although the people at planned parenthood are very nonjudgemental which is nice. Just make sure you tell them what you want and ask ALL of the questions that you have and dont be pressured into one type over another... sometimes they get so busy they just throw pills at you and send you on your way - so you've gotta make yourself important! Being happy and comfortable with your birth control is really important! I'd do some research before you go too. Just look up different types like ortho tricylclen, ortho tricyclen low, nuvaring, and IUD's just so you know what they're talking about when you get there cuz they dont usually explain them in great detail. They give free condoms too so grab some when you're in the bathroom or ask when you're doing your consultation OH and one more thing. I would ask about HPV and the new shot they're giving for it. I got it before I even knew what it was and hadn't even had intercourse yet. It's important to know about it and protect yourself and your clinic might be giving the shot for free by now or soon!

You Can Actually Do Both. If You Want To...you May Phone Your Doctor (he Cant Charge Your For The Phone Call)and Ask Him What May Be The Best Bc Pills For You, And Be Sure To Talk To Him About The Side Effects. Then Based On The Information He Gives You, You May Then Go To Planned Parenthood And Get The Pill That Your Doctor Told You About. Good Luck.

Originally Posted by KISH

You Can Actually Do Both. If You Want To...you May Phone Your Doctor (he Cant Charge Your For The Phone Call)and Ask Him What May Be The Best Bc Pills For You, And Be Sure To Talk To Him About The Side Effects. Then Based On The Information He Gives You, You May Then Go To Planned Parenthood And Get The Pill That Your Doctor Told You About. Good Luck.

I agree. I see a gyno at an actual office, but I get my BC from Planned Parenthood as it is much much cheaper for me (poor college student as well).

If all around cost is the problem I say stick with planned parenthood. They are trained and helpful and can do it all for cheaper. They may not be as fancy as doctors offices, but they are definitely a good choice.

How do you get your b/c at Planned Parenthood e/o getting an exam thhere? I would love that I have to go there since my insurance does not cover b/c but will cover a trip to the gyno!