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Posted on: 11/02/2011
Question
I've tried to talk to my mom about getting protection and if something ever goes wrong what are some alternatives for me. She doesn't think I'm ready for that, but I need to know so I am prepared for when that time comes or if anything unplanned were to happen.
Answer
It is pretty hard for some moms to think about their kids having sex, and good for you to worry in advance. Keep talking to mom - assuring her that you are just being prepared, and as a mom, I have to say "please wait if at all possible - because you are at more risk (for pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases) the earlier you start having sex."
So, with that little mini leture done with. Call your doctor and ask if you can be seen confidentially - without your parents knowing and getting a bill from the insurance company - I am not sure about the law in CO, and if the answer is no - then call Planned Parenthood and make an appointment. If all else fails, you can go to a doctor and get Plan B (hormones you take after unprotected sex) but they are really hard on your body and cannot be used often.