Birth Control

Many women want to do what they can to prevent pregnancy. Birth control (also called contraception) can help. Many types…

A diaphragm is reusable dome-shaped cup that fits over the opening of a woman’s cervix and works as a form…

Depo-Provera is a form of birth control. It is an injection, or shot, that contains progestin. You must get it…

Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex.

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control that prevents pregnancy by damaging or killing a man’s sperm…

Natural family planning (NFP) is a form of pregnancy planning. It does not involve medicine or devices. It tracks when…

A progestin-only birth control pill is often called the “mini-pill.” It may not have as many side effects as regular…

Tubal sterilization (tubal ligation) is a surgical method of birth control for women.

A vasectomy is a procedure that makes a man permanently unable to get a woman pregnant.