Getting Tubes Tied - Bethlehem,PA

I elected to do and IUD,the paraguard,which is the non hormonal one. I did not have the time to take off of work and felt that was the best option for me. Now,I am good for ten years. When the ten years is up,then I will go through menopause and will no longer have to worry about getting pregnant.

I got alot of "don't do it" on here. I decided to go ahead and have it done after my son was born (he's a little over 2wks old). I had a spinal to have the surgery (only because I didn't have time for an epidural for delivery). It was done in like 15min or so - took longer to prep and then wait for the spinal to wear off. I don't regret it one bit. I am currently breastfeeding, so I dont know if thats why everything seems good for now, but I'm glad i got it done. She went in through the bottom of my belly button and I only had a couple days of surgical pain, the incision pain lasted a little longer, but its fine now.
Good luck to you! Feel free to PM me if you have any questions!

I looked at the link posted by TB. There is absolutely no physiologic reason for any of the signs listed in this blog (except ectopic pregnancy and this is rare - risk of ectopic pregnancy - 20 per 1000 pregnancies, risk of ectopic pregnancy following tubal ligation - 7 per 1000 procedures). Your ovaries are responsible for all the hormonal effects you experience and these are NOT affect by tubal ligation. That said, vasectomy is the less invasive procedure (outpatient, non-abdominal).

I just want to clear up some misconceptions. My source is WebMD:

"Tubal ligation and tubal implants do not change your monthly menstrual cycle. You will still release an egg each month (ovulate) and have menstrual periods. You will go through menopause at the same time that you would have if you had not had the surgery. "

So, psychologically it may be possible that you feel 'menopausal' in that you can no longer conceive but physically your menstrual cycle will still be the same.

I had the option to get a post-partum tubal ligation and wish I had. Fortunately, my husband had a vasectomy.

I just had mine tied in August. It was the best decision I ever made as we know we do not want any more children. I recovered quickly and had little to no pain afterward. My periods are regular now and it's such a relief not having to worry about birth control anymore. I have a couple of friends who have also had their tubes tied and had no complications and feel the same as I do regarding the decision. My doctor told me I could be back at work a couple of days after the procedure but I decided to take the whole week since it was the end of the summer and I wasn't sure how I would feel. I felt fine by the next day. The incision on my belly button took the longest to heal and I felt like I did when I had my navel pierced as far as having to watch the clothes I wore because things rubbing against it irritated it. Other than that and not being allowed to lift my son for a couple of weeks I was fine. I was back at the gym within a few days doing light exercise and back to my normal routine after my follow-up with my Dr.

I had considered an IUD before having this done but my insurance would not cover that but did cover the tubal. Since we knew we did not want another child I decided this was the best way to go economically. I think it would have cost $650-700 to get an IUD and the tubal cost me nothing with my insurance.

Good luck!

I would have to disagree with Dana's post below in saying that there are no risks or valid physiologic reasons. What she fails to realize is that when you have your tubes tied they are the main source of blood flow to your ovaries and when they get clipped it can cause harm to your ovaries. My mom had her tubes tied at age 35 by the time she was in her early 40's her hormones were so out of wack she could barely think or see straight to drive right. She is 58 now and is doing much better but without the help of supplements and different things that she did I don't know how we would have survived. It wasn't just menopause I can tell you that!
I understand for some there are no issues, but I know I have spoken to several friends, especially younger women that had it done and regretted it. Mainly because it messes with your hormones so badly. But everyone is different, some people it doesn't effect at all.
If you have it done, make sure they do both tubes. I had one friend whose dr only did one side, he said doing both were unnecessary. Well she ended up pregnant about a yr or two later.

I personally wouldn't do it. Have a few friends who have had the side effects...Lots of cramping..heavy periods..Ultimately you need to weigh the pros and cons for yourself and make the best decision you feel comfortable with.

I personally would not do it. Please read this article and research for yourself. While everyone may not experience these symptoms, there are those who do. What if you are one of the ones who experiences a negative outcome? It's not a risk I'd take. But, it's up to you.

http://posttuballigationsyndrome.blogspot.com/

check out new permanent contraceptive method called Adianna. It sounds really good, no sergery, 15 min office procedure. tying tubes might have alot of negative effects. i was thinking about it but after i reserch it, change my mind.

I had my tubes tied last June or July...I had to teeny tiny incisions...one in my belly button and one right above my hairline. I had a little bit of pain and discomfort for about 2-3 days...motrin 600 took care of it. I was already on sickleave for shoulder surgery, so I had it scheduled while I was already off. But he told me, that I would only be down for a couple of days...and he was right.

Have you considered Esure? I had it done three years ago. LOVED it.

Next thing I want done is the NovaSure procedure...time to end the bleeding!

Hi, MOM:

Remember when you have your tubes tied, you will go through a process like menopause. The process of change in the way you look at life. The change will occur naturally in menopause but with the enforced change, other perceptions will come into play by your own life experiences.
Just a thought.
Good luck.
D.

I had mine done 14 years ago. I didn't have any problems at all. It didn't hurt, was mildly uncomfortable for a day or two then back to normal.

There has been no change in my periods, cramps, hormones, or physically. The only effect on my sex life was an improvement. Before getting my tubes tied there was the constant worry about did I take my pill, was on any medication that would make it less effective, will I be one of the few who get pregnant on the pill, etc. With the worry of pregnancy gone, our sex life improved. Honestly, I'm very happy I had it done.

As with any procedure your doctor should tell you any risks involved. If you have questions about it, talk to your doctor more. And when the doctor tells you the risks, ask how often women have problems with getting tubes tied. Very, very few women have complications with the procedure or experience negative effects.