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My Aunt M's Assumptions

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DaysOfPineAndRoses:
I'd probably have run from the room if a relative tried to discuss something so personal with me.

Most likely screaming. :P

Lady Eboshi:

--- Quote from: Abby T on February 26, 2009, 02:11:49 PM ---Wow! Just Wow!

If she does tell you that she has made an appointment, or even brings the subject up again, I suggest your response should be 'Gee Aunt M, I was just so surprised last time you raised this subject that I probably didn't make myself clear - I would not be comfortable going to your OB/GYN and I am not really comfortable discussing this subject at all. I hope you understand. Have you tried the beandip. I really should ask for the recipe. What kind of beans do you think she uses?

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For Auntie M, I suggest has-beans  >:D >:D >:D

Redblues:
Aunt M: So, have you started birth control yet?
Answer: I'm afraid we don't discuss such issues with anyone but each other.  (Said with a cheerful smile, and repeated as often as necessary.)

Mrs. Pilgrim:
"Aunt M.  AUNT M.  You ARE aware that I'm an adult, right?  If you're not prepared to respect that I'm an adult, I'd appreciate if you stopped discussing adult topics with me.  One or the other."

Squeaks:
I am not sure this was the best use of "why would i want to do that"

The problem is that this answer implies you are not on the pill/using BC, and also. . . . well can come off as a little . . . uninformed.  I think a lot of people would have the internal response of "to avoid pregnancy that's why it is called birth control. .. . how does she not know what this is" 

It also unfortunately opens the door for discussion as you have already sorta answered that you were not on it.

How to proceed from here. . . . drop it.  If she brings it up again, assure her that you have all of your BC issues fully under control, and that you do not wish to discuss it further or again.  I don't see much good in bringing it up again unless she does.  And as other have said i doubt her GYN will let her set up an appointment for you.   

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