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Expert: - 10/16/2006


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I just got my actual period for the first time after my abortion.  It arrived right on time, but I was wondering if I should expect this menstruation to be any different from my normal one.  And I'm also starting my birth control pills today and I was wondering if I have to use 2 types of birth control.  Do you know when my ovulation cycle will get back to normal?

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Hi Ashley,
Thanks for your question. I am not a medical doctor so of course, I recommend that you check with your physician. But I will try to answer your question. Did they recommend anything after you had your abortion? The birth control pill is not 100% safe and there is a possibility that you could become pregnant on it. Some of the other kinds of birth control methods I do not recommend because of the side effects and risks to your body. If you want any more information on this subject, please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
I would not expect your period to be any different than a normal one unless you have experienced something out of the ordinary from your abortion. Please let me know how it works out. I would say that your regular ovulation cycle should be straightened out soon. Email me or ask a follow-up question.
Diane Cheryl
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Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com if I am "maxed out" on questions. I will answer as soon as I can. Please be patient because I get many emails. If I don't answer within a reasonable time, please email me again and put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Thanks. Please contact me if you would like information about abortion procedures. What are your questions or concerns about an abortion? I also would be able to help with resources and networking. I can provide insight about emotional and psychological aspects of abortion. I would like to help you with up-to-date info and advice. I haven't had an abortion myself, but have 3 close friends who have experienced abortion and I can relate through them. I can also provide resources if you have experienced any post-abortion problems; medical, psychological, emotional, or spiritual. PRIVATE QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME!

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women in unexpected pregnancy situations. I also provide resources for PASS (Post Abortion Stress Syndrome).

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Illinois Valley Community College (LaSalle-Peru, Illinois), Austin Community College and Travel Agent Degree.
Almost 22 years of on-the-job training onsite at abortion clinics and volunteering at pregnancy resource centers. Sonogram training and Post Abortion Counseling Training. Have done research with hundreds of women for almost 23 years regarding abortion, pregnancy and post-abortion healing.

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