It is really something that is quite ambiguous. It could take a couple of years in some people to many years in others. It varies person to person how long the medication will have a bad side effect on you. Maybe surgery on your partner is an option?

I've been on birth control for 11 years now.  I am currently thinking of getting an IUD implanted instead of staying on the pill.  Has anyone else done this?  Are there any drawbacks to the new type of IUDs?

I was on birth control for over ten years before coming off to conceive my daughter and I never had any problems. My OB at the time actually recommended staying on them to keep hormones in check. It's worth asking your doctor about but I am pretty sure it's fine.

Natasha, I think you're doing the right thing by going to your doctor and asking what he/she thinks.  When it comes to medications and your body, it's always good to get a professional opinion.

I stayed on the pill for about 10 years straight. As long as you don't smoke and your doctor doesn't find any health reason why you shouldn't be on it I don't see why you would have to stop taking it anytime soon.

As long as you don't have any hormonal issues when you get your annual exams, I am sure you can stay on birth control as long as you please. However, have you ever thought about getting your tubes tied? There have been many advances now that have made the procedure minimally invasive. I have a cousin who had it done and she travled via train the same night.