The Intrauterine Contraceptive Option: Safety, Convenience, and Efficacy

Contraceptive Use: Effectiveness and Continuation
As more women are having less children and waiting longer to begin families, effective contraception options are essential.

Health Benefits of Hormonal Contraception
Hormonal contraceptives have benefits outside of preventing pregnancy.

Contraceptives Can Help Manage Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding
Abnormal menstrual bleeding can result in serious side effects, but hormonal contraception can help lessen these symptoms.

Sterilization Versus Regret
Sterilization is a permanent way to prevent pregnancy but is not easily reversible and often regretted.

Lifestyle Considerations for Contraception Choices
Lifestyle considerations are important to think about when choosing among the available options in hormonal contraception.

How to Talk to Your Provider
Discussing your contraceptive needs with your health care provider may be difficult. Learn how to talk to your provider about contraception.