Birth Control

What types of birth control are available?

There is a wide variety of contraceptives out there for women: long-acting, short-acting and barrier methods. Different women prefer different options based on convenience and many other factors. Having an office evaluation and consultation is the best way to learn about the option that would be most suitable for your needs, your lifestyle, and your preferences.

Short-acting methods:

• The pill
• Contraceptive patch
• Contraceptive injection
• Diaphragm
• Female condom
• Male condom

Long-acting methods:

• Contraceptive implant
• Intrauterine device (IUD)

Other methods:

• Sterlisation
• Emergency contraceptives