Vaginal Ring: Can Ayurveda Help Manage Hormonal Imbalance Without Birth Control? - #16288

I’ve been using the vaginal ring for about six months now as a form of birth control, and while it’s convenient, I’m starting to have some concerns. My doctor assured me that the vaginal ring is a safe and effective way to regulate hormones and prevent pregnancy, but I’ve been experiencing some side effects that are making me reconsider. Ever since I started using the vaginal ring, I’ve noticed mood swings, bloating, and occasional headaches that I never had before. My periods have become lighter, which I guess is normal, but sometimes I feel like my body isn’t in sync with itself. I also feel more fatigued than usual, and my libido has changed—something I wasn’t expecting. I don’t know if this is just my body adjusting or if it’s a sign that the synthetic hormones aren’t working well with my system. I’m really curious—can Ayurveda offer a natural way to balance hormones without relying on the vaginal ring? I’ve read that herbs like Shatavari and Ashoka are used for hormonal health, but do they actually help regulate cycles in a way that’s comparable to hormonal birth control? If I stop using the vaginal ring, will these herbs help prevent hormonal crashes? Another thing I’m worried about—what happens if I stop using the vaginal ring after months of synthetic hormone exposure? Will my cycle become irregular, and is there an Ayurvedic approach to easing the transition? Would detox therapies like Panchakarma be helpful in clearing out excess hormones from my system? I’m also wondering if Ayurveda has natural methods of contraception that actually work. I’ve heard about certain herbs being used for reproductive health, but are there any reliable Ayurvedic birth control options? I want to give my body a break from synthetic hormones, but I also need a safe alternative. Has anyone here transitioned from the vaginal ring to Ayurveda for hormonal balance and contraception? What worked for you, and how long did it take for your body to adjust? Any advice would be really helpful.