PonyPotato

I am actually more likely to get a yeast infection when using a condom. I'm also latex-sensitive so more-than-occasional usage makes me itchy and ouchy and unhappy.

My birth control (with insurance) adds up to about $35 for 3 months. Enough condoms for that period of time would undoubtedly cost more. And sure, there are places to get condoms for free.. but why should I take advantage of such programs when I can readily afford to buy them?

I have gotten tested for STDs yearly through college (personal policy, I think it's a good idea) and have Plan B on hand as a "just in case" backup if I have been sloppy with taking my pills. Since I've been taking a birth control pill at the same time every morning for nearly 6 years now, the day I forget a pill comes maybe once a year.

I appreciate the non-sexual benefits of my hormonal birth control, so I don't intend to discontinue it until we are actively trying to conceive. At this point in my life and relationship, I'm okay with having an abortion if necessary. At some point, I will be less comfortable with it.. but that time will probably only come with life circumstances enabling us to raise a child, even if earlier than initially planned.

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