AboutDiana Archer Expertise I love questions on condoms, the pill, what to do if contraception fails, if you could be pregnant, obtaining contraception (Even without parental permission).
I have a lot of experience with teenagers. One thing I don't know too much about is the IUD, but I'm working on it.
I really do care about the people that ask me questions! I don't mind lots of follow up, and I like to know if things turned out okay. I'll be with you every step of the way!
Experience I'm a sexual health nurse at a Family Planning clinic.
Have many qualifications and much experience.
Am currrently studying to upgrade to a gynocologist.
Organizations Family planning clinic, Youth Help, Teenage Pregnancy Association.
Education/Credentials Studied at University of Auckland. Have also trained in counselling.
Awards and Honors Nurse of The Year from the National Health Organisation.
Question Its possible but I am 16 years old and don't trust my doctor as much as the health center I go to for my pills that is easy to get to whenever is convenient for me. I also prefer that my dad doesn't ask why I always am needing to be taken to the doctors since no one in my family goes very often. It's just easier for me so I agreed to switch to Tri-cyclen lo.
One thing i was wondering is if it's true that you can get pregnant on your period. I have been doubting it but being 100% sure wouldn't be a bad thing.
Answer Hey,
I remember being 16. I snuck out to my local family planning clinic, do you do the same? It's easy to get away with, I just said I was going shopping in town with friends.
Be careful, teenage pregnancy isn't fun, so don't take risks. It's okay to have sex at 16 (I'd be a hypocrite if i said it was wrong) but make sure you're safe.
You can get pregnant on your period, but it doesn't happen very often. There is no time that is 100% safe, which is why the birth control method of timing has about a 30% failure rate, so always use a form of birth control. A good method is condoms and the pill, which is about the closest you can get to 100% protection.
