Annovera Ring *EXPLAINED*

Annovera Rign versus Nuvaring. Wondering about the Annovera Ring? Is the Annovera Ring right for you? Birth control rings do not have to be confusing, watch and learn more about the Annovera Ring. In this brief video, I explain some of the basic information about Annovera Ring for birth control. Annnovera ring is a form of birth control contraceptive. Annovera ring uses and side effects are explained in this video.
Annovera is a IUD that empowers the user! If you have questions be sure to leave a comment.
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*Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Always speak to your OB/GYN to figure out which birth control options are best for you.

[@morgangrimm2116]

I just got the monthly ring, I haven’t tried it yet. Thank you for this informational video, it was very helpful!

[@neonyellowninja13]

Thank you! What an informative video! I just found out about annovera today but I have previously researched the nuvaring. As a 7 year user of a menstrual cup and an environmental science student focused in sustainability, the annovera ring is ideal! I just love how squishy it is and I don't have to worry about throwing anything away for a whole year!

[@nataliewelsh2216]

I get anxious easy and my pelvic anatomy is different and it wasn't sitting normal like how to, just saved me a anxiety attack

[@stephaniediaz7900]

girl you are so helpful and informative. i just got prescribed the annovera ring because i have really bad periods every month so i’m gonna try the 84/4 cycle and get these puppies in check! lol thank you so much for the video!

[@annagesaman7429]

Do you like the annovera?

[@angelinebiswas7611]

I’ve had mine for a month. I used it last month to skip a period and it was kind of brutal. I’ve had severe breast pain for the past 2-3 weeks.

[@annagesaman7429]

@@angelinebiswas7611 oh noooo not trying this then lol

[@annagesaman7429]

@@angelinebiswas7611 it’s been sitting on my dresser for 2 weeks 😂

[@LadyArcana]

Annovera isn't approved for skipping periods yet as might run out of hormones faster

[@delaneybright]

Sooooo informative. I’m 23 and I’ve never even had such a great visual/explanation of the vaginal canal and the cervix??? Now I’ll never forget how it looks inside. Thank you!!!

[@brittanyriley2820]

Thankyou! I couldn’t get it to go all the way up so it was laying vertically. I thought I was doing it wrong

[@IndecisivegurrlAlex]

Thank you for this video! Just got approved for this today and I am sooooo excited! I’ve been struggling with bc pills for years. And I am too scared to get the IUD!! I can’t wait to try this. My periods are also extremely painful so I definitely want to do the 3 month thing!

[@tracythompson1861]

I have endo and was taking a combo pill for three on one off and switched to this a month ago. Best decision for myself.

[@beccac5167]

Hey I just got approved for it today! I was wondering how much it cost for you and if you like it so far??

[@IndecisivegurrlAlex]

@@beccac5167 My insurance covered it completely (blue value in NC) and I tried to use it for three months without a period and then 1 week out to have a period. But my period pushed through it. So now I'm doing 1 month with it in one week out. I have a lower sex drive I can tell so far, but still able to enjoy sex. I can't feel the ring inside me which is good but sometimes it slides down and does irritate me. over all I like it, no major side effects yet.

[@AnaDiaz-wz4cf]

@@tracythompson1861 I have endo too! It's been a while since you posted your comment. How have you been doing on it??

[@yeniflores8715]

Same here I’m having this horrible headache

[@mshoneyy]

I'm interested in the Annovera using the 3 month/184 cycle. Your video is the only one I can find that even mentions this as an option!!! Can you go into more details about this method at all?

[@lupx9786]

So this ring has been the best birth control that I have used so far! I used be on nexplanon and lo estrin fe. I had spotting for both of those. (Basically bleeding the whole time of use) Annovera i have no spotting!! The ring stays in all the time even after sex or using the bathroom...sometimes the ring comes close to the entrance but never comes out.

[@vanacharan]

how is it having sex with the ring inside

[@mekailahplante7425]

Can the guy feel it during sex?

[@philipspencer8081]

Omg the commercial drives me nuts. Though I laugh so hard when the show the girl that looks like Morpheus from matrix and I just die laughing

[@taylorandrew3043]

Thank you so much for this video! Was so informative. 💛

[@oliviamoline4293]

Where and how should we store the Annovera ring during the 1 week when we have our periods? That is my only question as you have been super awesome and informative about everything else!

[@cyndybennett9562]

It comes with a black case you put it in

[@softboiled6457]

don’t forget to dance when they list the life threatening side effects

[@thrasherxthrasher9899]

Right? I just saw the official commercial for it and I was dazed at how they just listing all of that shit while making it seem like that don’t matter

[@danaisney]

To be honest it’s no different to all other birth controls. Any birth control can cause strokes, heart attacks, blood clots, HBP, etc. At the end of the day it still gets the job done and the chances of those life threatening side effects occurring are low if you’re healthy and use it correctly.

[@kiahayes7915]

Thank you so much for this video, my OBGYN was not really giving me a direct answer when I asked how often to take out!!

[@shantrellvance7219]

Am I the only one who bled for over 2 weeks while it was inserted? My Dr. finally told me to take it out for a week to see if the bleeding would stop and it did. I only had it in for a month at this point. I'm hoping my body was just getting used to a change because I've been on depo for years and rarely ever bleed during the year. We'll see. I've had it back in for 3 weeks now so I'll attempt again to keep it in for 3 months but I'm already starting to cramp😢

[@kirstainwashington8795]

Thanks so much this is very informative! I am switching to this after having the Mirena for the last 4.5 years. Do you think this will be a big transition? Do you think I will be able to start this one immediately?

[@mysticafiora]

Really great video, thank you!

[@adrianagflores5587]

I’ve been on this bc for 2 months and so far I hate it . I’ve had just about every side effect possible.

[@SamHerrmann-m5w]

So I have Pcos and was told the exact opposite - that the nuvaring and bc like Yasmin and yaz have the progesterone that is supposed to be good for people with Pcos. Now I’m extra confused. I did well on the nuvaring except that it caused severe anxiety. I’m on Yasmin right now and I hate it. Not sure what to do next.

[@riliesee2808]

the week that the ring is out can you get pregnant? Or do the hormones still prevent pregnancy or should i use another form.

[@starthng]

the hormones of the first 3 weeks keep you covered!! ovulation stops completely, even through the withdrawal bleed.

[@taylorthomas2005]

So I recently got this and it keeps falling out shifting out of place and it causes me pain. How can I fix this?

[@janetrodriguez5445]

Can I use boric acid suppositories with Annovera inserted?

[@amandahensley9719]

Thank you!

[@mysticafiora]

Okay how come you say you can only take it out for an hour to have sex, but literally everywhere else I have read says two hours?

[@czylbauer5812]

Love my ring well worth the price

[@crystald3655]

Annovera ring is a bloody nightmare to deal with. It's a giant ass ring which is painful to put in. It's so slippery when it's wet or has any kind of fluid on it that the only way is to pretty much stuff it into you. I have to hold back tears doing it and I have to do it several times a day, or I can't fully empty my bladder and I end up feeling like I have to pee constantly, and it's hard to sleep. I also end up leaking pee all over myself if I change to a certain position. Don't even getting me started trying to poop with it in, that's a nightmare too. Horrible product and the farthest thing from one size fits all that there is.

[@xavisxw]

everyone has such a different vaginal canal & cervix, but I will say the instructions specify to make sure the ring and your hands are completely dry before use. Also bladder related issues might be due to incontinence? Pooping uses the same muscles as your vag muscles so it definitely sounds like it didn't fit.

[@crystald3655]

@@xavisxw nope as long as I don't have that hunk of junk in I'm fine. No leaking or other bladder issues.

[@AlannaSnydermeowdesu]

I know this is old, but it really sounds like the way you inserted it just didn't work with your body. I'm sorry you had such an issue, but calling the product a "bloody nightmare" when it was more than likely user error or even just not something your body specifically could use seems a bit much. I do appreciate being able to see peoples' negative experiences since almost eveywhere I look the experiences are mostly positive.

[@emmabraun5232]

I am the person with painful periods and I’m going to do the three months ago. I just have one question does it hurt to put in? Because this is my first time using a vaginal ring and I’m kind of nervous.

[@Annamerri]

Hi! I have two questions! Is this the same diameter as the nuva ring? And is this an option while breastfeeding? I used the nuva ring before we tried for our son and I loved it! But I was told nuva ring shouldn't be used while breastfeeding, that it can cause a dip in your supply.

[@adrianagflores5587]

It’s the same diameter as the Nuvaring but it’s not as comfortable at Nuvaring . I found it uncomfortable to insert because it’s not a flexible. I’ve been on it for 2 months and so far I hate it .

[@LadyArcana]

Can't find info on how much of the hormones are actually released into the bloodstream or pass to the liver as Estrogen in birth control has raised my copper levels 🤔

[@starthng]

from what i've heard it's a very small amount of hormones absorbed by your vagina and then released.

[@luckybreaks4700]

Can those who have migraines use this?

[@lupx9786]

It’s not suggested. There’s a lot of answers on their site.

[@rlta04]

How long has the Annoying Ring been around now?

[@kiahayes7915]

So I got my period on this ring after on having it in for 1month. So I decided to take it out while on my period, because my period last longer than normal. How long should I leave it out… I ultimately got on this ring and off the NuvaRing because I didn’t want to have a period every month

[@caylavilla6412]

I will probably get the nuvaring, can you keep the ring in for 4 weeks (28 days) and then take it out to get a period?

[@sarahprovidente1485]

So for the 7 days it’s out is that for the period to take place? What’s the point of taking it out for those 7 days?

[@starthng]

the seven days gives your body time for the withdrawal bleed. some women prefer it, although it's medically unnecessary.

[@sofiaruiz3160]

Can you place it anytime when you first receive it or have to wait till on your period?

[@ItsJusGeral]

☑️🔥 certified fire

[@kaylalevay8040]

How to you place it around the cervix? Is it possible that you can’t place it like that?

[@lupx9786]

It works no matter how it’s placed but it’s more comfortable lifting it a little if it gets caught on your cervix

[@crystald3655]

To put it like you just keep pushing it back, and it should reach that area and pop open sliding up behind the pubic bone. It's possible that you can't do that or really get it in at all, as it's a large ring. I really struggle with getting it in, and it keeps me from being able to pee properly while it's in.

[@Jaragreene]

What kind of mild soap? Would my menstrual cup soap work? I have the flexcup menstrual cup that i use

[@AlannaSnydermeowdesu]

I would assume any unscented soap would be fine.

[@tracythompson1861]

I just switched from the combo pill (I took for 3 weeks then off one) and so far I love this ring! I did have some nausea that went away the first week. My question is if the ring is worn for 3 month’s then out for a week, do you have to compensate for these weeks? Like it’s using hormones during the weeks it “shouldn’t” so does it run out sooner since it would’ve been 12 off weeks and now it’s a total of 4 of weeks. Sorry if I over worded this comment.

[@cyndybennett9562]

I keep this ring in until my body thinks it’s time for me to have one. So I have one like 4x a year

[@mysticafiora]

From what I understand, yes. It is only FDA approved to take it out every week because doing other patterns affects how long it lasts so it would not last for 13 months anymore if you keep it in during your periods. So you have to keep track of which weeks you kept it in and subtract that from the 13 months

[@michellemarie1197]

I would prefer the paragard cause its hormone free or just getting a diaphragm if it's still possible, but right now my husband and I use condoms every single time and I track and avoid sex on ovulation days, but I know hormonal BC is more effective cause it does more to prevent pregnancy rather than just killing sperm it prevents ovulation and fertilization, so I might go with annovera cause it's cheaper, and lasts a year and its non invasive.

[@dogdonut3]

Yea, the added hormones and side effects are not so good. Can't imagine guys risking heart attacks and cancer to take birth control pills.

[@mysticafiora]

I have heard of wayyy more painful and uncomfortable side effects with the copper IUD or I would've gotten that. I decided on annovera because I didn't see as many people complaining of horrible side effects

[@uzi443]

I’m getting it very soon , do u HAVE to take it out every 3 weeks ??

[@user-ww6rv2uf7i]

No it’s annual

[@yanethnunezbedoya4786]

Yes

[@jordanscott2259]

You need to take it out every 3 weeks to clean it, if you wish to skip your period still remove it to clean but immediately put it back in. You have up to 2 to have it out

[@Miwako_vklolita]

im using annovera, this is my second month removal. i have a question. i do feel it uncomfortable. i think it's sitting around the corvix... i feel it on my left side and it bothers me , it feels like. days before your period?..hard to explain, like u know there's something there placed..., i can be standing or sitting,. i re applied it but i dont know what im doing. i dont think i cant push it more inside. i dont wanna get another birth contro. this was free with my health plan :( never had something free.

[@irismariasiri]

If it’s uncomfortable I think you should try inserting again until you can’t feel it anymore

[@LadyArcana]

Pretty sure your plans covers other methods as Annovera is the newest one and one of the most expensive

[@Miwako_vklolita]

@@LadyArcana it doesnt. I called t.t

[@dogdonut3]

This would probably be a good time to talk to your gynecologist and ask those questions.

[@Miwako_vklolita]

@@dogdonut3 i already fixed it@ thanks

[@jaedynwyatt511]

Not that important but I have seen that birth control makes your boobs bigger I don’t really want that obviously it’s not gonna keep me from getting birth control though just wondering if this will have the same effect as the pills ? 🙃

[@starthng]

yes, it does have the same side effects as the combination pills. your breasts may feel swollen or tender but don't get bigger imo. the hormones are absorbed by your vagina and then into your bloodstream, rather than digested like the pill - the side effects shouldn't be too bad.

[@barriecohen282]

I’m on month 2 of Annovera and am trying the method where you skip your periods. I have the ring in and have had my period for about 10 days now. Is this normal? Should I take it out?

[@jaeda4632]

I’m not a medical professional but I’ve been told this is normal! Your body has to build up the hormones to allow you to skip it, I would keep it in until your period skips

[@ashleythinksyourock]

Idk if this is a dumb question but.. When it’s inserted does it keep your canal kinda opened up while it’s in the whole time? Or do you close back to your normal diameter once it’s in, I’m wondering if during intercourse my partner or I will notice a difference in “tightness”

[@mysticafiora]

No it doesn't seem to affect tightness for me

[@Patricia_A28]

What can you do if you have lost the case for it?

[@mysticafiora]

I'd just find a different small plastic case or keep it in a mason jar with a lid

[@MaureenMurphy_]

God I had the nuvaring and my insurance stopped covering it. If I don't like this I'm just going to change my insurance

[@Orlanzepol123]

How you take it out?

[@mysticafiora]

You just pull it out with your finger. It's very easy

[@jentasticxx]

Thanks for the information!! Is there a reason that you have to get a period every 3 months? My periods are god-awful :(

[@olivrose9226]

Yea n with the pill u have the option to skip ur period all together

[@jentasticxx]

@@olivrose9226 that's exactly what I do now. I was just hoping I could skip taking the ring out for a week too, if I decide to look into getting it

[@olivrose9226]

@@jentasticxx right? If I cld use this and also skip my period Id def be interested. I hate having my period! 😩

[@olivrose9226]

@@jentasticxx hopefully we get a reply cuz im very interested in finding out the answer aswell

[@olivrose9226]

Ok so I was reading thru the comments and found the answer. I guess u have to take it out every 3mos to clean it but if u don't want to have ur period just put it back in in under 2 hrs ☺️

[@halesv2]

My only real concern is any type of infections, has anyone had issues with that?

[@crystald3655]

As long as it's washed properly each and every time, infection risk is pretty low in my opinion. I struggled with it because it blocked my ability to pee, it's a pretty large ring.

[@hamlethatikyans8541]

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[@allisons3830]

I'm 37 and had a massive stroke in 2013. In your educated opinion, would this be an option for me since it's similar to iud?

[@mysticafiora]

The use of a combination hormonal contraceptive (CHC), like ANNOVERA, is associated with increased risks of several serious side effects, including blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. Do not use ANNOVERA if you have a history of these conditions. -the annovera website

[@majosakura17]

How long does it take to work? Can you have sex right away after inserting it and not get pregnant? Or is it like the implant that you have to wait a couple of days for it to start working ?

[@gynogirls3478]

I suggest that you use backup like condoms for the first 3 weeks to prevent pregnancy

[@mysticafiora]

It says to use backup contraception for the first 7 days everywhere that I have seen

[@Godblesslaci]

Soooo over 2 grand without insurance and you need 12 a year 🙄 yikes.

[@AlannaSnydermeowdesu]

No... You only need one ring. It lasts for 13 months. The price is like that because it is new and a generic ring has not come in to replace it. Unfortunate, but most people who do have insurance (which you can get decent cheap insurance through the marketplace going as low as $0/mo depending on your tax bracket and all that) pay $0. On a discount card it may be kind of expensive as well, but once a generic version comes out the price of that generic will decrease dramatically.

[@lily-hazy8823]

i spent 0 dollars on it and it will last a year

[@roberthartford6614]

Trashy commercials.

[@TreeFreak]

Agreed.

[@MaureenMurphy_]

Why is a man speaking on things involving birth control??

[@riccardorinaldo7934]

Contraception (against conception) is a grave sin against God’s holy will. Don’t do it. Be open to life.

[@morganjae5873]

Lmao girl

[@taylorandrew3043]

Thank you so much for this video! Was so informative. 💛