Birth Control Options
In the last decade, the available methods of birth control have multiplied significantly. Some (not all) of the available contraception choices available are:
Hormonal Intrauterine Device (IUD)
What factors should you consider when choosing a family planning or birth control method?
This is an important question your OB/GYN can help you think through. How often you have sex, your health, and whether or not you want children all play a role in which form of birth control you choose as well as these listed below:
How effective are the different methods?- Can you make the method part of your daily routine?
- Would you prefer contraception that you don’t have to remember every day?
- Are you comfortable inserting contraceptives?
- Do you mind if your periods change?
- Do you smoke?
- Are you overweight?
- Can I use hormonal contraceptives?
- What if you can’t use contraceptives that contain estrogen?
- Are you taking medicines for other are there other conditions to consider?
- Do you want to get pregnant in the near future?
Once you know the answers to these questions, your choice of contraception will be much easier to make. If you have questions about contraception, call today and make an appointment with one of our physicians to talk over the options that would be right for you.
Related Blog Posts
Dr. Marie Stopes: Person of Influence in Gynecology
Many men and women have paved the way for modern gynecology. Dr. Marie Stopes, our person of influence in gynecology, is one. Dr. Marie Stopes Dr. Marie Stopes, 1880-1958, was a distinguished academic scientist and the youngest Doctor of Science in Britain at that...
Pros and Cons of a Hormonal Intrauterine Device (IUD) Birth Control
Birth control is a personal choice for a woman. It can be challenging to choose the option that’s right for your body. The best thing to do is to research each option and discuss with your health care provider what is best for you. The most effective methods are the...
Maternal Mortality – How To Protect Yourself
Let’s start with the good news: Infant mortality has reached an all-time low. While this is cause for celebration, a recent analysis by the CDC found that mothers in the United States have a higher rate of dying after giving birth than many other developed countries....