Take Control of Your Period

By Diana Kroi

Thanks to the variety of menstrual management methods, women can now safely control the frequency and timing of their periods --while actually benefiting their health . Just approved by the FDA, the new Pill, along with all the available monophasic pills, the ring, the patch, intrauterine devices, implants, and shots can all be used to manage menstruation. Not only can these various methods cut down periods from 13 to a couple every year, they can also prevent or treat a myriad of health problems. Supported by both Planned Parenthood and the National Women's Health Network, here at last is a revolutionary way to improve women's quality of life. A practical, comprehensive guide to the menstrual management revolution, including: - How safe the methods included in the FDA-approved menstrual management program are - Why these methods can prevent painful cramps, various types of cancer, and cysts-plus treat migraines, anemia, and endometriosis - When a period isn't a period after all-and why women don't have to have monthly "fake" periods on the Pill - A personalized plan of menstrual management, depending on each reader's lifestyle - The truths, myths, and frequently asked questions about menstrual management

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425199495
• ISBN13: 9780425199497
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Berkley Trade
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.8" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

An Insightful and Informative Resource

I thought I was fairly knowledgeable about the workings of the female reproductive system, but it turns out I was virtually clueless how birth control works on the body and changes the information we got in middle school Health class. Dr. Diana Kroi goes through each birth control method available worldwide, explains how the method works on the body and how it can be modified and utilized to your benefit. In addition, she gives tips on how to evaluate medical information, a difficult task for most laypeople. She also covers myths related to menstruation and menstrual management in great detail. One of the most pleasing things about the book is that Dr. Kroi compiles all this information in a way that is easy and entertaining to read. I've been safely skipping periods using Ortho-Evra since I read this book, and I haven't looked back. This is a must-have resource for any women past menarche.

Take Control is great!

This book is a must-have for all women. I can't believe how much I didn't know about birth control before reading it. My friend read it and then went on Seasonale, and hasn't had her period for 6 weeks! I hope every woman who is on the pill picks up this book.