With so many different kinds of birth control methods out there, it can be hard to choose one. So it doesn’t hurt to fully educate yourself on all your birth control options. Luckily, the information you need in order to make an educated and responsible decision is just a click away. The more you know about birth control, the more control you will have over deciding if and when you want to become pregnant. Isn’t that amazing?
Every person and lifestyle is different and you want to make sure you pick a birth control method that best suits your lifestyle and health needs. It may take several tries and changes before you stick to a certain kind of birth control method. That’s totally fine!
Unfortunately, although there are many different ways to prevent and unwanted pregnancy, there aren’t many ways to prevent a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD).
The only way to prevent getting or giving an STD is by using a condom or by not having sex. If you are unsure of your partner’s medical history, you should always use a condom in addition to your preferred method of birth control. Talk to a clinician today and definitely make sure to go over the following things when discussing your birth control options:
- Does it protect against STDs?
- How do I use it?
- How much privacy does it offer?
- How soon does it start preventing pregnancy?
- How effective is it with typical use?
- How much time and attention does it need?
Check out this quiz for further information. And find a clinic near you on TeenSource.