NO PERIOD? How to Get Your Period Back After Birth Control | Hormone Balance & Your Menstrual Cycle

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

To add to why Omega-3s are so beneficial (sorry my brain was not at full capacity when shooting!) a) they may help reduce reduce testosterone in women with higher levels b) they may help reduce prostaglandins (too much of these can result in painful inflammation) A few studies sharing the research on this topic: 🌟Omega 3 supplementation on Androgen Profile & Menstrual Status in Women with PCOS: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3941370/ 🌟Fish Oil for Dysmenorrhea www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3770499/

[@supreme8157]

My story: Been on depo for 10+ years (started June 2009-ended June 2020) and nexplanon for 3 years (started June 2021-ended June 2024) with no gap in between the two; makes 13 years on birth control altogether and I only get a little spotting every so little often maybe 3 times/ a year. Not sure if this is normal or not, but thanks for sharing this video I’m definitely gonna give some of your recommendations a try!

[@GinA7887]

Update I got my period yesterday! it's very light but I'll take it!

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Yayyy, Gina!! That’s progress! If it makes you feel better mine also started very light and progressively became more normalized after that. Sending positive vibes that yours will do something similar 💙💙💙

[@liana4066]

thank you so much for sharing your story I am 30 years old and has just recently gotten off the Depo shot after a year of being off I still had no period so you sharing your story helped me realize that im not alone. and not feeling alone in this type situation is soo important because it helps you deal with all the anxiety & stress. thank you again for sharing your journey

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

So happy this helped you feel less alone Liana! It’s unfortunately a lot more common than I ever knew. Hope some of the tips help you moving forward! 💙💙

[@nordette]

Did you get your period back? It's been 13 months for me and my husband and me are trying

[@kaneecas5747]

​@@nordette hi have you got your periods after 13 months...I'm suffering from hot flushes...it's been 6 months and I feel depressed.

[@nordette]

@kaneecas5747 I saw a specialist, and she thought I had a small tumor pressing against something in my brain, which was causing extra stress hormones, which was stopping my period. She put me on a medication while I waited for an MRI. I think the medication worked, though, because after 8 weeks of taking it and before I could take the MRI, I found out I was pregnant! Go see an endocrinologist. She was the only one who actually helped me.

[@ashleymendoza505]

Hello , glad I came across this video . I have been off my birth control patch since November 27th . No period yet but in December i had light light spotting for 2 days then it went away . Here I am now no period still 😔

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

So sorry to hear that, Ashley! I hope some of these tips help get you back on the right path. Sometimes it takes months for your body to figure things out again. Wishing you all the best!! Let me know if you have any follow up questions that I can answer 💙

[@marilouentrolizo3533]

Same here😔 and I want to get pregnant now.

[@GinA7887]

Has anyone dealt with post pill acne after coming off the pill?

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I definitely experienced this and I know we're not alone in this experience!! The pill makes it so you have consistent flow of hormones, so when you're going off of that, any hormonal imbalances that were present before tend to kick it back into high gear. Good idea for a future video topic!! 💙✨

[@angiesanchez547]

Hi! I been explaining my doctor about my problems with my period . I used depo shot for about four years . I stop for couple months and I got a period after and went back with depo shot . Now I almost a year an half without a period . I need help . I am so worried that I won’t able to have kids . My doctor gave me a pill that I take one pill every day for five days . It supposed to start my cycle again . I almost forgot to mention that I am not on birth control for about 2 years now .pleaseeee help

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Hi Angie! If your period doesn't come back after what your doctor prescribed for you, touch base with them again and let them know. It's definitely not comforting when our period doesn't come back for a long time.. I feel your pain, but don't give up! 💙 I recommend looking up "Composed Nutrition" - she's a dietitian who has a course & lots of free into as well on periods/missing periods, etc. She could provide even more info than in this video! I also highly recommend The Better Period Food Solution book which I have linked in the description. It's a great overall view of how to tweak your diet to help bring your period back/help regulate it once you get it back. I can't provide prescriptive advice without working 1:1 with you, but if there's any general questions that would be helpful for me to address in a future video - let me know! Take care!

[@shaehoffman8273]

I seriously just learned SO much. Thank you for making this video - it’s so helpful!!!

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

So glad it helped, Shae!! 😍

[@kelvinrichard806]

Thanks so so much for making this video . myself in this Sam problem

[@sophiabaeza1671]

This was so informative and supportive. Thank you

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I’m so happy to hear that Sophia 😘💙 Please let me know if there’s any other questions I can do a follow up video on to help 🙌

[@GinA7887]

I got off of hormonal birth control last August after being on the pill for nine years. I did have withdrawal bleed for the first two months being off the pill but I haven't gotten my regular cycle yet. I really wish doctors would take time to explain what birth control really does to your mind and body . Did birth control make you gain weight? I gained about 40 pounds

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Thanks for watching, Gina ✨ I truly wish it were common practice for doctors to explain the possible side effects of hormonal birth control too! I was never once told anything about taking a multivitamin to counterbalance the nutrients that birth control can deplete. I did notice that after I got off birth control my body changed quite a bit, particularly my stomach. It all makes sense looking back, but I think they need an in-depth talk with every woman looking to go on birth control so they know exactly what to expect, and can choose to go off of it if they notice symptoms they don't want. Most women deal with it for so long they feel like it's just "normal"!

[@GinA7887]

@@DarkBlueNutrition That's exactly right, Doctors say birth control helps with these things but they don't go into detail about what it does to our bodies and minds. For so long I thought there was something wrong with me . I'm glad after doing research I'm not alone

[@aquazeee103]

Thank you for this, I am suffering with hormonal imbalance. Your hair is so beautiful 💜

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

You’re too sweet 💙💙 Glad you found it helpful, Jade! PS - I adore all the themed dance workouts you have on your page! Definitely will try one out to shake up my routine this week 💃🏼✨

[@aquazeee103]

@@DarkBlueNutrition Amazing!!! Thank you and have fun ☺️💜💜

[@samsungss55]

I really really love the problem thank you very much my period lost more than 4 months now I don't know what is happening

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Losing your period is NOT fun 😢 Hope sharing some of what helped me can help you as well!

[@chowking4]

I had a myomatic surgery since last july 2020 until now I didn’t have my period back, and Since then I didn’t get back to my gynecologist because I needed to get back my job as I’m working overseas please I needed further advice, much love 💕

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Thanks for the love, Ritchel! If you have some specific questions that I didn't cover in this video, let me know and I can do a follow up 😊 I also offer 1:1 nutrition coaching where I can get to know your situation more in-depth. Because I'm not in contact with your medical team and don't know your unique situation, it wouldn't be appropriate for me to diagnose or provide medical advice with not the whole picture in mind! But again... let me know what general questions you have that I missed and I will do my best to help 💞 xo Katie

[@mariacastro700]

Why exactly do we need a period? Although I'd love to get healthier, I wouldn't want to go back to suffer with periods 😭

[@chococrunch5]

I went off the pill 2 years ago and since then i have had hardly any periods and rn i havent had one since january (currently late august 2024) Iv been diagnosed with pcos, high cortisol, high cholesterol. I dont have any strange symptoms from day to day but theres no sign of change for my period to come. Iv tried flaxseed for a while and it only caused a little spotting but nothing else. I currently take vitamin d, magnesium and my diet is pretty good, im 5"2 and 74kg 🫠 so im technically over weight but not big so yeah idk what else to do at this point. I see a gyno but she just wants to put me on a pill, i dnt want artificial hormones😑 what do u think i could try? Just curious on ur opinion, i plan on seeing a naturopath soon too

[@rosellynsibulan]

Hi Maam, I stopped a 1 pack of a contraceptive pills and its been 1month and 14 days after using it I still have no period. What should I do? I am worried

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I know it can be stressful to go without your cycle!! I’m so sorry. Watch my newer video for some more strategies that might help 💙 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKisip6Pd8lrjKcsi=dgkUZLCAYYOQLsaj

[@pvigil]

Can doing a carnivore diet also help get your period back?

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

What were your experiences with with birth control/regulating your cycle? Comment below ✨

[@Trueheart2024]

@darkbluenutrition, many thanks for this informative video. Period stopped 1 year and 11 months ago as I hit a personal serious crisis. This year the doctors took my bloods and said I have menopause at the age of 41. They only give you HRT which is don’t want to take and say no chance to return your period. Would your advice work for such situation? X

[@Hibosaidmoussacornejo]

I have the same issue,and in this whole year I only got once,I am desperate ,have you foujd anything to get your period back?

[@GraceGrace-q3b]

I love your video,I have not seen my period for 4months

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Wishing your cycle speedy recovery 💙

[@NehaSharma-sm7un]

I'm just 15 and I'm not getting my periods since last 2 years what shall I do plz help

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Hi Neha! I hope some of these tips helped. Let me know if you have any follow up questions! 💙

[@NehaSharma-sm7un]

Yes i had followed your tip for 1 month but couldn't get my period I'm very tensed please help me im just 15 year old there is no one to tell me 😥😩

[@jessicahernandez3090]

​@@NehaSharma-sm7un You should visit your gynecologist asap! And one that tells your the real problem with the most natural solutions!

[@makafuiforgive7582]

What medicine will bring back my period

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Not a doctor, but I’ve seen things like Provera be prescribed as a way to jumpstart things in addition to nutrition interventions. Definitely check with your doc about your options! They’ll know what’s best for you individually 😊💙

[@skylarannmarie1406]

I have a question, I was on the implant for 2 yrs and I had a period back in April from the 2nd to the 26, I haven’t had a period since then I’ve been off the implant now for a month and 15 days but no period is there anyway on how I could get my period back please help.

[@kimcandyy9038]

Here in 2024 , hope the tips are gona work .. kisses from Tanzania 🇹🇿❤️🥺

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Tips should still be very relevant 😊 also I have a new video on this topic! Highly recommend - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKisip6Pd8lrjKc

[@kezhdiary9465]

I like your video thanks for sharing im also irregular

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

So glad you enjoyed the video! I just a did a Period Q&A as well that you might find helpful 😍

[@charlesa.7501]

Hello

[@chrisedith3675]

I have high LH level High FSH High progesterone What do I do And I have not had my period for 3months now

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I wish I could provide more help, but since I'm not a part of your direct medical team, I would recommend discussing these findings with your healthcare team and primary care doctor! Sometimes it's a matter of letting your body level itself out, like I did with the tips mentioned in this video. However, sometimes there are underlying concerns that might need to be addressed directly with your doc. This article has more info that might be helpful before you make an appointment: www.letsgetchecked.com/articles/hormone-imbalance-symptoms/

[@lilaoquin6528]

OT your hair is gorgeous!! I’m a cat person too. :)

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Hi Lila 💙 You’re the sweetest!! Thank you!! Come for the tips, stay for the random cat appearances 😂✨✨

[@IssaSaenz]

I was on the depo shot birth control I only got 2 shots and my period was acting crazy like I was on it everyday so I decided not to go back for my 3rd injection and now its been 2 years and only seen my period twice since then it’s so stressful I feel like nothing works for me 😞

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I’m so sorry you had that experience 💙 it’s anxiety provoking not to have your period for so long! I hope these tips help. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. I plan to make a follow up video to this as well ✨ Take care!

[@cynthiamendez8911]

I hope that the information you are Sharing with me will help. I have not had a period for now three years going on four. Dr does not know why they 1st said it was and hormonal and balance the balance all my hormones still didn’t come back.

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I really hope these tips help for you too Cynthia! 💙 Let me know if you have any other questions that I could help answer in a future video on this topic. It might be worth having an ongoing relationship with both a Dietitian and Endocrinologist to see what might be going on. Take care! ✨

[@АнелияАсенова-о8б]

Can I exercise during recovery-weight lifting?

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I've received several questions on this topic - and I'll plan to do a full video on it.. since it's not always a straight forward answer. :)

[@АнелияАсенова-о8б]

@@DarkBlueNutrition this will be very helpful ! Thank you!

[@ashakakati2197]

Thanks a lot cutie 😘 it's really helpful 🎉 love from india

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Glad it was helpful 💙💙

[@nishigoswami5443]

You are really beautiful... Thank you...for your tips

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

That is so sweet of you, Nishi! Thank you 😊 💙 Hopes the tips helped!

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

🌟 For more videos on hormone health --> check out this playlist! kzbin.info/aero/PLxMd7IICOzKqmsA1HKbZlRGZY-GjpEtkN

[@amoresalute4397]

Completely disagree with consuming a high carb diet this causes insulin resistance and the body performs better running on Ketones as a fuel source. Telling people who are insulin resistant to eat more carbs/ sugar is horrible advice and you will be causing them more problems. Please do some research not everyone is safe to run on glucose and most people are obese and glucose caused the obesity. Eating non stop every 3-4 hours spikes insulin so again horrible advice!!!

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

Hello! First and foremost, I’m an advocate for what works for you individually. If you find that works for you long term… continue to do what works well! There are some people that do better on keto; but my advice applies to the 99.9% not the 0.1%. There is a long end extensive body of research on carbohydrate counting for helping insulin resistance (not to mention that glucose is our bodies preferred and most utilized source of energy… when we don’t get enough glucose our body has a pathway called gluconeogenesis where we literally make glucose from fat and protein because our bodies need it THAT MUCH for survival.) and there is very minimal research on keto and how it impacts our health with the exception of being proven to help (in some scenarios) with epileptic seizures. I go by research and experience not by what the latest influencer, celebrity or person with no background in nutrition science is preaching has been working for them for 1 year. Our bodies are not designed to be in ketosis long term, it’s a survival mechanism not something that we’re meant or designed to do forever and always. Not to mention it wouldn’t be financially or agriculturally feasible for everyone to do keto just on the environmental impact it would have alone. So I respectfully challenge your comment on this being “poor advice” because it is backed by years of legitimate science and research proven both in scientific studies, with clients I’ve worked with, and with decades of nutrition and health experts (doctors and registered dietitians) helping their clients. PS - An over consumption of any macro nutrient will result in weight gain over time. Not carbohydrates.

[@emilywells1184]

She didn’t target her advice towards those who are insulin resistant. Her advice is geared towards the general public, to which carbs are a necessary part of a balanced diet. While keto may be great for some who ARE insulin resistant and looking to lose weight, it’s also a fad concept that often promotes eating things like cheese, bacon, etc. in unnaturally large quantities. She is right, carbs are the bodies “preferred” source of energy, they are the most bioavailable source. Her advice is supported by scientific evidence, so it’s a little uncalled for to call it terrible advice.

[@justinachantel6911]

I stopped getting my period three years ago after I had my tubes untied at age 34 I’m now 37

[@charitycurtis6336]

I stopped Oral BC in Oct 2019. No period yet....

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I’m sorry you’re having to go through that Charity. 😔 It’s definitely an anxiety provoking experience not knowing when it’ll come back. I hope some of these tips helped point you in the right direction. If there’s any further questions I can answer in a future video let me know! 🙏