long acting
Copper IUD (Paragard)
A long-lasting, hormone-free IUD that provides over 99% effective pregnancy prevention for up to 12 years.
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Explore birth control options specifically evaluated for young breast cancer survivors. Each method is reviewed with your unique health considerations in mind.
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Progestin IUDs
A long-lasting, hormone-releasing IUD that blocks sperm and can lighten or stop periods.
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barrier
Outer Condom (Penile)
A barrier worn on the penis that helps prevent pregnancy and protect against STIs.
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barrier
Inner Condom (Vaginal)
A condom worn inside the vagina to block sperm and protect against STIs.
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barrier
Diaphragm
A flexible, internal barrier used with spermicide to prevent sperm from reaching the cervix.
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barrier
Cervical Cap
A reusable, hormone-free cap used with spermicide to block sperm from the cervix.
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barrier
Sponge
A soft, hormone-free foam sponge inserted before sex that contains spermicide to block and kill sperm.
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barrier
Spermicides
An over-the-counter, hormone-free product that kills sperm before they can reach the egg.
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barrier
Vaginal Gel (Phexxi)
A hormone-free gel inserted before sex that lowers vaginal pH to prevent sperm from reaching the egg.
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natural
Fertility Awareness Methods
A hormone-free method that tracks ovulation signs to predict fertile days.
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natural
Withdrawal (Pull Out)
A method where the penis is withdrawn before ejaculation, requiring partner cooperation.
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permanent
Tubal Ligation
A permanent surgical procedure that ties or cuts the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy.
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permanent
permanent
Vasectomy
A permanent surgical procedure for a partner that cuts the tubes carrying sperm.
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long acting
Implant (Nexplanon)
A hormone-releasing implant inserted in the arm that works for up to 5 years and may lighten or stop periods.
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hormonal
The Pill (Combo Pill)
A daily pill that uses estrogen and progestin to safely prevent pregnancy.
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hormonal
Mini-Pills (Progestin-Only)
A daily progestin-only pill that prevents pregnancy without estrogen.
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hormonal
Patch
A weekly, hormone-releasing patch worn on the skin that prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation.
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hormonal
Vaginal Ring (NuvaRing/Annovera)
A monthly or yearly flexible ring inserted in the vagina that releases hormones to prevent pregnancy.
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hormonal
Shot (Depo-Provera/Depo-SubQ)
An injection given every 3 months that uses hormones to prevent pregnancy.
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emergency
Emergency IUD (Copper)
The most effective emergency contraception option - a copper IUD inserted within 5 days of unprotected sex.
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emergency
Emergency Contraception Pill (Plan B)
A hormone pill taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. Works best within 72 hours.
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emergency
Emergency Contraception Pill (ella)
A prescription emergency pill that works up to 5 days after unprotected sex. More effective for people over 165 lbs.
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natural
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
Breastfeeding as birth control for the first six months after giving birth.
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