Birth Control Methods

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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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Progestin IUDs

A long-lasting, hormone-releasing IUD that blocks sperm and can lighten or stop periods.

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Outer Condom (Penile)

A barrier worn on the penis that helps prevent pregnancy and protect against STIs.

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Inner Condom (Vaginal)

A condom worn inside the vagina to block sperm and protect against STIs.

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Diaphragm

A flexible, internal barrier used with spermicide to prevent sperm from reaching the cervix.

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Cervical Cap

A reusable, hormone-free cap used with spermicide to block sperm from the cervix.

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Spermicides

An over-the-counter, hormone-free product that kills sperm before they can reach the egg.

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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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Fertility Awareness Methods

A hormone-free method that tracks ovulation signs to predict fertile days.

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Withdrawal (Pull Out)

A method where the penis is withdrawn before ejaculation, requiring partner cooperation.

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Permanent Birth Control

A permanent surgical procedure that ties or cuts the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy.

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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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The Pill (Combo Pill)

A daily pill that uses estrogen and progestin to safely prevent pregnancy.

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Mini-Pills (Progestin-Only)

A daily progestin-only pill that prevents pregnancy without estrogen.

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Patch

A weekly, hormone-releasing patch worn on the skin that prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation.

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Vaginal Ring (NuvaRing/Annovera)

A monthly or yearly flexible ring inserted in the vagina that releases hormones to prevent pregnancy.

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Shot (Depo-Provera/Depo-SubQ)

An injection given every 3 months that uses hormones to prevent pregnancy.

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Emergency IUD (Copper)

The most effective emergency contraception option - a copper IUD inserted within 5 days of unprotected sex.

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Emergency Contraception Pill

A hormone pill taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. Works best within 72 hours.

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Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)

Breastfeeding as birth control for the first six months after giving birth.

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