Contraception

This section offers information about natural familiy planning, intrauterine contraceptive devices, intrauterine systems, combined hormonal contraception and more.

Combined Hormonal Contraception

First the Facts There are three different ways to take combined hormonal contraception (CHC): A pill A patch A vaginal ring It prevents pregnancy by preventing ovulation It is over...

Condoms (Internal and External)

First the Facts Condoms are the only contraceptive method that can protect against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), if used correctly. There are two types of condoms: external...

Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices

First the Facts An intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped, plastic device with copper on the stem and sometimes also the arms Copper is toxic to sperm and...

Intrauterine Systems

First the Facts An intrauterine system (IUS) is a small, plastic, T-shaped device that sits inside the womb Also known as the ‘hormonal coil’ Over 99% effective Prevents pregnancy by...

Natural Family Planning (Fertility Awareness)

First the Facts There is a possibility of pregnancy when eggs, tubes and sperm are healthy In any one cycle, if all factors are optimal, there is about a 25%...

Sterilisation (Vasectomy or Tubal Ligation)

First the Facts Sterilisation can be performed on those with a penis (vasectomy) and those with a uterus and Fallopian tubes (tubal ligation). It works by stopping the egg and...

The Contraceptive Injection

First the Facts An injection that contains a hormone to prevent pregnancy 94% effective Lasts for 13 weeks Can be given in a specialist clinic or by yourself at home...

The Progestogen-Only Pill

First the Facts Progestogen-only pills (POPs) contain a single hormone There are different types of the hormone progestogen in different pills Older or traditional POPs are used less frequently for...

Vaginal Diaphragms and Cervical Caps

First the Facts Vaginal diaphragms and cervical caps are both types of barrier contraception that fit inside the vagina. The physical barrier prevents pregnancy by stopping sperm from entering the...
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