Contraceptions

For those who may become pregnant from sex, consider starting a contraception to prevent any unwanted pregnancies.

Hormonal Contraceptions

These types of contraceptives help lessen the chance of pregnancy by reducing or preventing ovulation. This involves thickening cervical mucus to block sperm from reaching the egg and achieving fertilization. It also thins your uterine lining to prevent a fertilized egg from attaching and continuing the process of pregnancy.

There are different types of hormonal contraceptives individuals have options too. When used correctly, it can prevent pregnancy by 99%. Some popular examples include:

IUDs: a tiny device inserted into one's uterus to prevent pregnancy
Birth control ring: a small, flexible ring inserted into your vagina, that prevents pregnancy by releasing hormones into your body
Birth control pill: a daily medication that prevents ovulation

There are plenty more options than the ones listed. Talk to your primary care provider to see which option works best for you. To find more information on hormonal contraceptives, visit Plant Parenthood for more information.

Non-hormonal contraceptions

These type of contraceptives provides physical prevention methods to stop sperm from reaching an egg to prevent pregnancy.

Like hormonal contraceptives, there are a variety of options one can choose to prevent pregnancy. Some popular options include :

Condoms: a latex barrier that stops sperm from entering another person's body
Copper IUD: like hormonal IUDs, it protects a person from pregnancy without releasing hormones into the body
Diaphragm: a silicone shallow cup shaped like a saucer that is inserted into your vagina to stop sperm from joining an egg, works best with spermicide (a cream that kills sperm)

There are plenty more options than the ones listed. Talk to your primary care provider to see which option works best for you. To find more information on hormonal contraceptives, visit Plant Parenthood for more information.

Plan B (Morning After Pill)

In the event, you are not currently on birth control and have unprotected sex, you can receive the morning-after pill called Plan B.

This emergency medication you take within three days of having unprotected sex and can prevent pregnancy from happening. You can purchase these at local drugstores and pharmacies. To find the nearest center that provides this medication, visit Plan B.