{"id":42258,"date":"2024-06-12T07:22:53","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T05:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/?p=42258"},"modified":"2024-12-03T08:14:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T07:14:20","slug":"birth-control-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/birth-control-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"How Your Body Might React While Getting Off Birth Control"},"content":{"rendered":"

As incredible as birth control has been for women in the modern world, it\u2019s still a medication with side effects. People may get off of birth control because they\u2019re trying to conceive, experiencing unwanted side effects, or hoping to be more in tune with their bodies.<\/span><\/p>\n

The reasons someone gets off birth control are completely their own, but here are some insights into what to expect when you stop taking birth control.<\/span><\/p>\n

Effects After Birth Control<\/h2>\n

Being on hormones, especially long-term, can certainly have an impact on your body. So, what happens when these hormones are removed from the equation?<\/span><\/p>\n

Some people don’t notice much of a difference, while others may experience new or lessening symptoms. It depends on the person, but here are some commonly reported post-birth control reactions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your Cycle<\/h3>\n

One of the biggest differences you may notice when getting off of hormonal birth control is your menstrual cycle. Even if you had a period while on hormonal birth control, you were’nt experiencing ovulation, and your period cycle will likely be different after stopping hormonal birth control.<\/span><\/p>\n

It may take a few months for your cycle to return to normal<\/strong> after stopping hormonal birth control and there may be a temporary delay in your ability to conceive<\/strong>. If you had an irregular cycle, cramping during ovulation, or painful or heavy periods, these symptoms may return once the hormones are out of your system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Body Image<\/h3>\n

Starting hormonal birth control can cause changes to your body, like weight gain\/loss and changes in breast size. Likewise, once you go off these medications and your body starts to regulate, you may notice weight changes or changes to breast size<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mental Health<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s not uncommon for people to experience symptoms of <\/span>depression<\/span><\/a> or anxiety when starting hormonal birth control.<\/span><\/p>\n

Because of this, going off of hormonal birth control has a positive impact on many people\u2019s mental health<\/strong>. Something to look out for, however, is if going off your medication brings back mental health-related premenstrual symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other Symptoms<\/h3>\n

While not common, some people experience other symptoms when going off hormonal birth control. These typically subside within a few days to weeks but may include symptoms like:<\/span><\/p>\n