I may get slammed for this...but, the shots sound scary to me. Not having your period for MONTHS at a time just does not seem natural!! just my $0.02 opinion though...research may prove me wrong

I hear the patches are BAD!!! ...and this is from more than one doctor

Many moons ago someone recommended

http://www.paragard.com/new_installs/paragard/index.php

I have done a little research but it looked like a good alternative for me when I am ready to take the time to arrange for the appointments to the OB.

Good luck...I will be following this thread to see what kind of responses you get