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i recently got off the pill after 9 years of being on it, i have gotten two periods this month and was wondering if that was normal? I am trying to have a baby and i was told that i should wait at least a good month after getting off the pill, to start to get pregnant but that i should use protection in between the month, have you heard of this?

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I answered your question on Oct. 20 but have not heard back from you. Please let me know any update and if you received the following...

<<Hi Andrea,
Thanks for your question! I'm not a medical doctor so please be advised to check with your personal physician before attempting any health changes. Yes, I think you are correct to go off the pill in time to get your cycle normalized before getting pregnant. I would probably advise even more than one month. I'm not sure about using other protection. I could research this if you would like to email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
Let me know if you would like me to get more info for you.

Talk soon.
Diane Cheryl
DCHERYL51@yahoo.com>>

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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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