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Birth Control/Expert Profile
Expertise
I love questions on condoms, the pill, what to do if contraception fails, if you could be pregnant, obtaining contraception (Even without parental permission). I have a lot of experience with teenagers. One thing I don't know too much about is the IUD, but I'm working on it. I really do care about the people that ask me questions! I don't mind lots of follow up, and I like to know if things turned out okay. I'll be with you every step of the way!
Experience in the area
I'm a sexual health nurse at a Family Planning clinic. Have many qualifications and much experience. Am currrently studying to upgrade to a gynocologist.
Organizations
Family planning clinic, Youth Help, Teenage Pregnancy Association.
Education/Credentials
Studied at University of Auckland. Have also trained in counselling.
Awards and Honors
Nurse of The Year from the National Health Organisation.
What do you like about this subject?
I like helping out teenagers, I know how scary it can be!
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I hope to get the hang of IUDs
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Take off rings before putting a condom on, they can catch and tear on rings and long nails!
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
I'm okay with abortion, so feel free to ask about that.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie | 11/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks for the advice! |
| Jasmine | 11/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Lol. Ok thank you |
| Annie | 11/09/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| kate | 11/03/09 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | |
| stephanie | 10/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Diana Archer
2009-09-23 How To Ask. . .:
Hey, This is a very common situation. Parents can be very strict about this sort of thing because they don't want their little babies having sex at such a young age. But it is great that you want to
2009-09-19 Starting Birth Control:
Hey, This is totally normal. There are many side effects to be expected when first starting the pill, including nausea, headaches, and breast nausea. To improve this, take some time out to relax, maybe
2009-09-17 Girlfriend took placebo pills twice:
Hey, Well, it is possible that she could have become pregnant, but taking the emergency contraceptive was a smart move to make. However, she could have not gotten her period for several reasons. It
2009-09-15 estrogen dangers?:
Hey, I think you should get to a doctor asap. Sounds like a blood clot, and if that moves to your heart or brain, it can kill you. It is very important you go to hospital. I think you should stop
2009-09-03 having a period:
Hey Christy, Sprintec is a type of birth control pill (you know all this but I need to say it anyway), when you first start it, it is important to use condoms while having sex while your body is getting
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