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how old were you when you first started using contraception; what method did you start with, and where did you learn about it?
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I was 17 when I lost my virginity. The first form of contraception was a condom, which I learned about from my boyfriend.
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did your mother talk to you about preventing unwanted pregnancy? did she bring it up, or did you? did you discuss it with your friends?
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Yes, she made damn sure that when I decided to start having sex, I knew all the facts. Of course I shared the knowledge with my friends. My mother has always been very open about talking about sex with whoever had questions.
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what about school - what did they tell you regarding birth control?
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We had classes teaching us the importance of safe sex, and how to protect yourself from pregnancy or STDs.
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have you tried more than one method? what do you like about the one you're using now, and what don't you like about it?
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I have tried the sponge, condom, and the pill. I think my favorite is the pill. If you are having sex with someone you trust, I would rather just use the pill. Condoms tend to take away some of the pleasure of raw action.
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have you had any problems, side effects, etc. with contraception?
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No, I have had nothing but good things when it came to contraceptions.
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what would you tell your daughter (real or hypothetical) about birth control? When would you start talking to her about it (or others you've tried)?
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That if she ever thought about having sex, to come and talk to me, and we will take the proper precautions. I would rather have a daughter on the pill, then pregnant at such a young age. I am very open minded to talking about sex with my daughter.
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do you always use contraception when you have sex (that is, when not-hoping to conceive)? How important is contraception to you?
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Almost always I use some form of protection. There have been those times when I haven't due to the heat of the moment. Normally, contraception is numero uno!
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is the contraception method you use covered by your insurance?
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Yes, my birth control only costs me $10 a month.
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this conversation makes me think....
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That there are to many people out there who are not educated on sex and the importance of proctection.
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