The curse has returned
Gone nearly three years with just
one Aunt Flo visit
Men. This is your cue to leave promptly. Quietly shut your browser and pretend you were never here. Please return again tomorrow when I promise to talk about something ELSE like boobies or trucks.
So hello ladies! It’s just us today, feel free to look around and note how CLEAN and tidy and sock-free everything is. The counters are wiped and you have control of the remote.
When I went to bathroom earlier in the week, I noticed something on my undies.
“Huh?” I thought to myself. “What in THE hell IS that?”
It took a minute, but I finally came to my senses and realized, “Oh yes. It’s THAT.”
I wondered if I even had any feminine hygiene products in the house, but then remembered to my horror that my movers had packed and moved them in a box labeled “WOMEN’S PADS.”
So I retrieved one of my WOMEN’S PADS and set off to spread the word to Tate and explain to him why I had been picking fights and acting even more passive aggressive with him than normal for the previous week.
He looked at me, squinting and crinkling his nose. I assumed that he was going to make my need to wear WOMEN’S PADS all about him and his needs. (gag) Instead he was confused.
“Is that even possible?” he asked.
Since the arrival had also surprised me, I decided to forgo the lesson on menstruation and wimmins for Tate. Rather, I explained that yes, indeedio, it was possible.
“Well, I KNOW that it’s POSSIBLE, but I didn’t think IT would happen with the IUD,” to which I realized Tate had a point. I didn’t think I’d need WOMEN’S PADS with the IUD.
Of course I contacted my trusty family doctor **Google** and she explained that 20% of women did in fact have NO need for WOMEN’S PADS while the rest of us get to entertain an unwanted visitor every month.
This is one of those times in my life that I really, really, really wish that I was less than average.
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Yertle
March 28, 2008 at 12:59 am
I think my time will be coming soon. I am going on three and a half years with one visit also. My little guy is almost 1, so I imagine it will be pretty soon.
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Loralee
March 28, 2008 at 1:05 am
I am empathizing with you right now, dammit.
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Jenn
March 28, 2008 at 1:16 am
I am one of the “less than average” and I do so love it. It’s been two glorious years since I had my IUD “installed” (did we decide that was the proper term).
Now, karma is going to kick my hiney and I’ll wake up tomorrow in the same boat….
Scarlet O'Kara
March 28, 2008 at 1:25 am
Just had mine “installed” as well and am really looking forward to those five wonderful, carefree years…so far all I have had is short visits from Aunt Flo and her friends…Bloat and Cramp.
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ABH
March 28, 2008 at 3:59 am
No IUD here, but my friend Flo returned unexpectedly as well. It was a piddly 2.5 months after the birth of my son… and I was nursing exclusively. Boo-hoo. I so wanted that year-or-so of Flo-free life:(
Veronica
Twitter: SleeplessNights
March 28, 2008 at 4:42 am
Sounds like FUN! (Can you hear my sarcasm?)
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MizFit
March 28, 2008 at 5:13 am
ahhh
the joys o’womanhood.
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Gift of Green
March 28, 2008 at 6:09 am
What? I didn’t even know that it prevented Flo! I’m so naive (and confused).
Becki
March 28, 2008 at 6:40 am
Bummer. Men don’t know how good they’ve got it, for some things…
Becki’s last blog post..Haiku Friday
Bren
March 28, 2008 at 6:48 am
I didn’t know it stopped Aunt Flo either. Hmm, one more reason for me to consider one now.
And I see we have the same family doctor.
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Di
March 28, 2008 at 7:27 am
Oh, you poor thing. I just had the return of Aunt Flo a couple of weeks ago. I’m still breastfeeding too – which sort of bites. (As does my daughter, as you will see in my first-evar Haiku Friday.
Di’s last blog post..Haiku Friday – Ode to Claire
Mom24
March 28, 2008 at 7:28 am
My sympathies…I have been irregular all my life–sometimes going as long as a year w/o a visit, and aside from the whole infertility thing, I didn’t miss dealing with that a bit!
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Connie
Twitter: connieaw
March 28, 2008 at 7:32 am
When are they going to discover a cure for that time of the month? And I don’t mean BCP…those are evil. There has to be something.
That really sucks that you are one of the 20%. That kind of crap always happens to me too.
I am silently praying for menopause so that business will all stop but then that come with it’s own set of problems. MEN. All of our problems start with them.
Try to have a great day and some wine and chocolate!!
Connie’s last blog post..Not Intended To Hold A Child
Kelly
March 28, 2008 at 7:35 am
Mine returned while still nursing at 9 months postpartum, in the midst of mastitis. So sorry Aunt Flo is back. Maybe they’ll be lighter and less frequent? Trying to be positive here.
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MamaGeek
March 28, 2008 at 7:50 am
Oh THAT sucks the donkey alright. Eat chocolate and when in doubt: WINE.
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storyteller
March 28, 2008 at 7:53 am
I cannot recall
my last visit from Aunt Flo …
but I’m sixty-three ;–)
Lots of things have changed
in my lifetime … but ’surprise’
visits … still the same ;–(
Hugs and blessings,
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Sarah in Disturbia
March 28, 2008 at 7:57 am
I have the IUD also; love it! hopefully, this will be a one time thing, or at least short-lived. Love Haiku Friday
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Sarcasta-Mom
March 28, 2008 at 8:02 am
Hmmmm, I’ve been considering getting an IUD, but frankly, they really freak me out for some reason.
Aunt Flo has the worst timing ever…..
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Jerseygirl89
March 28, 2008 at 8:03 am
I hope it’s short and sweet, at least.
And I had no idea that the IUD could prevent such things.
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Heather
March 28, 2008 at 8:19 am
So sorry for your loss.
I have been exclusively breastfeeding since my BabyBug was born (almost seven months ago), and I mistakenly thought that by allowing my boobies to be chomped on, I’d have a few perks.
Oh, no. I’ve been having the monthly curse since she was SIX WEEKS OLD.
Having a small personal pitty party. Ok. I’m better now. And I really do understand your pain.
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anne
Twitter: AnneBtweets
March 28, 2008 at 8:24 am
Sorry you weren’t in that 20%!
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Karen MEG
March 28, 2008 at 8:28 am
No IUD, but was pissed when AF came back only 6 months (1st baby) then 8 months (2nd) post partum and nursing.
I didn’t realize IUD could keep AF visits at bay; too bad it doesn’t for you now… what a drag.
I’m on a newer OC for me; I’m cranky as hell for a few days, but AF herself only shows for about a day. I can live with that.
1st time ‘ku; I love this … and your blog
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Anglophile Football Fanatic
March 28, 2008 at 8:30 am
Oh, that’s hell. I’m sorry you have become a “wumman” again. I know I’d rather just go through premature hot flashing & stop the cycles.
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Scylla
March 28, 2008 at 8:36 am
I am sorry to hear that! I am still happily missing mine, and really want to keep it that way.
Maybe I can breastfeed forever?
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Jean
March 28, 2008 at 8:38 am
Well interesting..I never messed with the whole IUD thing. Speaking of wummin pads, I found a shop on Etsy that makes hand made reusable pads. Ahem..I’m all about saving the planet, but no thanks, I’ll pass on that one. At least they were flashy retro colors.
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ali
March 28, 2008 at 8:48 am
i’ve had my iud for just over a year. i spot for a day each month. THAT’s it. it’s FAB.
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Beth
March 28, 2008 at 8:50 am
I feel your pain. I was one of the lucky ones that got it while nursing. The first time is the worst. It just feels so UNFAIR.
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ImpostorMom
March 28, 2008 at 9:04 am
right there with you!
I just went to the doc about the stinkin IUD this week. I’ve been plagued with the “breakthrough bleeding” for several months now. It is just enough to be irritating but not enough for a damn tampon.
My doc’s solution was to put me on the pill in addition to the IUD which frankly makes no sense AT ALL. If i’m on the pill why do I need the freakin IUD?
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andi
March 28, 2008 at 9:05 am
Ugh! I’m not looking forward to this at all. That is the only thing that is making me think that being pregnant again wouldn’t be such a bad thing.
andi’s last blog post..The unpredictability of the boy creature
Sadie
March 28, 2008 at 9:11 am
Ugh…YUCK. One of the many reasons I’m grateful for my hysterectomy!! So sorry she’s returned!! Hope it’s short and fast for you!! With as little YUCK as possible!!
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wright
March 28, 2008 at 9:18 am
So no fun. Hope it doesn’t last too long.
Happy Friday!
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Queen of Shake Shake
March 28, 2008 at 10:00 am
Yes, that sucks for you.
IF you find Midol is no longer helpful now that you are in your thirties, just ask me for a powerful period medication combo and I’ll fill you in. heh.
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abunslife
March 28, 2008 at 10:04 am
Don’t freak out yet. I have had the same IUD as you now for over 3 years and for the most part don’t have a period. I can go months and months without one and then I will get a surprise one day and will only last a day or two vs the 6-7 it used to then will be gone again for another 3-4-6 months and then might show up again for a day or two. Surprise, then again two weeks later for another day or two. I always just keep a tampon or panty liner in my purse and a stash at home. The longer you have the IUD in, the longer you will go (typically) between the surprise visits. Several of my girlfriends have the mirena as well and all report the same thing. It is still better than every month and trying to remember to pop a pill every day!
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Kelly
March 28, 2008 at 10:08 am
that SUCKS! Looks like we are on the same cycle. Maybe it’s because I read your blog so often. They say when women are together they start bleeding together too!
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the dragonfly
March 28, 2008 at 10:15 am
My husband leaves for Iraq soon, and I will stop taking my pills…which means my monthly visits will very likely stop. Which seems like a good thing, until we want to get pregnant again…
But wow, three years. Nice.
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justmylife
March 28, 2008 at 10:15 am
So sorry you got that visit *do you hear the sarcasm?* I have never had the luck of ever missing her, unless I was pregnant. I breastfed, bitch was back in 4 weeks! I am having the hot flashes and attitude, but I still have her! In fact she is having a WONDERFUL visit now!!! Now you know why the sarcasm!
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Sarah @ Ordinary Days
March 28, 2008 at 10:27 am
I just got the visit for the first time since before I was pregnant with my one year old. Been a long time, Aunt Flo, and you were not missed. Not one bit.
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Devan
March 28, 2008 at 10:46 am
Bummer! I’m laughing about the movers marking the box Women’s Pads. lol
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mayberry
March 28, 2008 at 11:18 am
Those movers — so sensitive!
W/ the IUD, you might find that the bleeding fades away until eventually — all gone. Fingers crossed…
mayberry’s last blog post..Recorded for posterity
(the other) Maggie
March 28, 2008 at 11:19 am
Wait, you had an entire box of WOMEN’S PADS, as in an entire moving box? Or just that the box said that while containing other random stuff, too? None of my business, but I’m really stuck on this big ol’ lifetime supply of WOMEN’S PADS.
Meanwhile, awesome ‘ku, and I’m sorry for the return of the not happy.
(the other) Maggie’s last blog post..Haiku Friday 3/28/08
rubialala
March 28, 2008 at 11:34 am
Ooo, that sucks. I take this pill where I never have that visitor. It’s called Lybrel and it’s freaking awesome.
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Mackenzie's Momma
March 28, 2008 at 11:36 am
Oh how I empathize with you, mine has shown up periodically since October(read 3 times) but it still S U C K S!
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Mama DB
March 28, 2008 at 12:00 pm
I am so bummed for you! I was lucky enough not to have mine from Nov. 03 until June 07. Almost worth getting pregnant and nursing again just for that alone!
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janelle
March 28, 2008 at 12:04 pm
I finally did it….haiku friday!!! yippee!!!!
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tracey
March 28, 2008 at 12:58 pm
Well, at least you had 3 years off, right?
tracey’s last blog post..Funny girl…
Shelly
Twitter: shelly_overlook
March 28, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Yeah, I’ve had a regular period ever since getting my IUD, too. & that’s after the first 2+ consecutive months of spotting. Ack!
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Secret Agent Mama
March 28, 2008 at 2:16 pm
Aunt Flo SUCKS! So do pads. So do tampons. UGH!
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Jana
March 28, 2008 at 2:32 pm
Sometimes I even wish to be pregnant just to avoid the unhappy returns.
Those movers were plain evil with their labeling. Couldn’t they have written “bathroom accessories with wings?”
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Jen
March 28, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Who knew IUD’s prevented AF? I’m such a rookie.
Toni
March 28, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Been contemplating an IUD and the possibility that AF could take a long respite makes it even more appealing. Hmmn. Might have to get me one of those. But, I will probably be the 20% to as I menstruated the entire time I nursed. *Sigh*
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