Birth Control
- You will meet with a health educator who will go over all your options to figure out what is the best birth control option for you.
Birth Control Options
Birth Control Pills
Combined oral contraceptives are commonly known as “the pill”. They contain 2 man made hormones called estrogen and progestin. The pill prevents ovulation.
Mini Pill
Progestin “only” hormone oral contraceptives. Thickens the cervical mucus; blocks sperm from entering the cervix; and, prevents ovulation.
Diaphragm
Acts as a barrier method of birth control that prevents pregnancy by placing a physical and chemical “wall” between the sperm and the cervix
Copper IUD
A small, plastic inserted by inside the uterus. Interferes with the movement of sperm thus preventing fertilization of the egg.
Injection
Depo-Provera is a progestin “only” injectable that stops ovulation (release of an egg from ovary) every 3 months.
Tubal Ligation
A surgical form of sterilization that is a permanent form of birth control. Fallopian tubes are tied, sealed or clamped off.
