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Does Mirena Birth Control Make Your Period Go Away?

The Mirena IUD is the only contraceptive choice approved for the treatment of heavy periods. The Mirena offers a contraceptive effectiveness rate above 99 percent, making it both reliable and convenient. One side effect associated with the Mirena, however, is a reduction of or even cessation of menstrual bleeding. While each woman’s personal experience may vary, this side effect is very often a welcome one.

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Methods of Contraceptives

Birth control is an important decision. The right type of contraception can free you from worry and allow you to relax and enjoy sexual activity. The wrong choice or improper use may leave you with a pregnancy you didn’t plan. There are a number of contraceptive choices, including hormonal, barrier, surgical and chemical options, but the best choice for you is the one that you will use correctly, every time.

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10 Ways to Create a Personal Balance Sheet

You can create a personal balance sheet to gain perspective on your financial well-being. In its simplest form, a personal balance sheet details your net worth–basically the amount of cash and property you have, minus your debts and other liabilities. With a little tweaking, your balance sheet can serve as a financial planning tool. Use it to monitor your investments, flag dangerous debt levels and prepare for major expenditures (a home purchase or kids’ college fund) and retirement. Need help getting started? Consider 10 basic ways to create a personal balance sheet that meets your needs.

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5 Ways to Repair Your Bad Credit

Bad credit can raise your insurance premiums, cost you jobs and even prevent you from owning or renting a nice home. Credit checks are now run for many types of transactions, and people with bad credit have fewer attractive financing and employment options than people with good credit. Your credit score is more important than ever.

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Holiday 10 Minute Tune-Up

Tis’ the season of less time for exercise, even for me. Time to resort to the 10 Minute Tune-Up. Believe it or not, 10 minutes of stretching and/ or body weight toning exercises everyday will mean in a big difference in your overall balance, happiness and the way you look in your holiday clothing this season.