What has been your experience with birth control and IBS?   While this is an area without much research, I did my best to break down reasons why different birth control methods could contribute to or help IBS symptoms.    In this episode, we cover: [4:42] The impact can vary [7:43] The most asked question  [9:46] Review of the menstrual cycle  [13:25] Hormonal contraceptives  [16:50} IUD’s [20:48] Sterilization  [23:17] Other forms of birth control  [24:27] It’s not in your head  Mentioned in this episode: https://gutivate.com/blog/why-is-ibs-worse-during-period Master Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu... Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal