Thread: Is this normal

Sounds like spotting. Are you pregnant? Is there a possibility?

Oh ok then, I bled a little bit today but was still pretty light but some bits were dark, have had no cramps like I usually get, I should not be but yes there might be a possibility

It sounds like you're worried about being pregnant. So get to a local store and get an early home pregnancy test and take it. If you're pregnant, you'll know how to move forward. If you're not, it will ease your mind.

Doctors are an essential part of good health. I'm not saying you need to go every time you have an ache, but if you're sexually active, going to the doctor is critical in order to be safe and healthy. Very few people "like" going to the doctor. But those of us that bite the bullet and go, do so because we're taking responsibility for our bodies, our choices, etc. That's the mature thing to do. If you're not ready to take that responsibility.......then you're not ready to be sexually active. My mom used to tell me that and it angered me, but she was totally right.

If you want to learn about your cycle more than you ever imagined you would need to know, get yourself a copy of "Taking Charge of Your Fertility" by Toni Weschler. This book has empowered me in so many ways. And now...I'm even one up on my doc when it comes up some parts of my reproductive health.

Good luck.

I guess so, ok then.

Yeah I know, yeah I suppose so, Its hard when my mum doesn't know that I am sexually active and I am on the pill.

Ok then thank you, I will look for that book.

Thank you

Yeah I know, yeah I suppose so, Its hard when my mum doesn't know that I am sexually active and I am on the pill.

I definitely realize that makes it harder. I remember being in that position too. But here's the deal....you're 17 right? Your mom will most likely not be shocked to find out you're sexually active. And if she is...well, you're darn near 18. The responsible thing to do is get yourself to a gynecologist (or whomever prescribed you the birth control) and talk with them about what's been doing on. Most likely it's a result of your pill....but because the pill can (not commonly but definitely possible) cause blood clots etc...I would not ignore symptoms of tightness in the legs and things like that. I'm quite certain your mom would rather know that you're sexually active but making sure you're protected, than to have something bad happen to you and then find out about it all.

Also, you know the pill doesn't protect from STD's.....so take that very seriously. We all want to think our partner doesn't cheat, but it does happen sometimes. And even if he doesn't cheat, how can you be sure of where he's been before you? People don't always tell the truth.

Take care of you both mentally and physically. It's very crucial.