Quitting Birth Control: What to Expect and When to Seek Help

Millions of women worldwide use hormonal birth control. Many face challenges when they decide to discontinue it. A recent video featuring Mel Robbins and Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a leading OB-GYN and hormone expert, sheds light on this common experience. "The body is really trying to get to homeostasis," Dr. Shepherd explains, referring to the body's natural balance. The transition can take time, sometimes three to six months, or even longer. Women may notice changes in their menstrual cycles, skin, and hair. "It does feel so wrong when there's a clump of hair in your hand," Robbins comments, highlighting the emotional impact. Dr. Shepherd stresses the importance of patience and understanding, emphasizing that these changes are normal and part of the body's natural process of readjustment. The interview offers valuable insights and reassurance for women navigating this transition, emphasizing that they are not alone in their experience.