Which Birth Control Method Is For You?

The right birth control method can differ from one woman to the next. Fortunately, there are many contraceptive options available for meeting a wide range of individual needs and preferences. The experienced OB/GYN providers at Women's Medical Center in Dothan, AL, can recommend a birth control method that is right for you.

Hormonal Contraceptives

Hormonal contraceptives are a popular form of birth control and include birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings. These birth control methods contain synthetic hormones, such as estrogen or progestin, that prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation.

Each type of hormonal contraceptive is administered a bit differently. For example, birth control pills are taken orally every day. Hormonal injections must be administered by a health care provider every few months. Skin patches are worn on the skin and are replaced every week for three weeks, with one week off for menstruation.

We offer several types of hormonal contraceptives for birth control at our office in Dothan, AL. Our skilled providers can help you select the right method for you.

Intrauterine Devices

Intrauterine devices are commonly referred to as IUDs. They are placed inside the uterus and prevent pregnancy in two different ways. Some IUDs inhibit sperm from fertilizing the egg, while others interfere with a fertilized egg’s ability to implant in the uterus. An IUD can last anywhere from 3-6 years before it is no longer effective at preventing pregnancy. A benefit of this method is that there is no daily pill or periodic injection to remember. However, intrauterine devices do not prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.

Other Birth Control Methods

Other birth control options include barrier devices, fertility awareness, and tubal ligation. Barrier devices prevent sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg. Types of barrier devices include diaphragms, sponges, cervical caps, and condoms. In addition to preventing pregnancy, condoms also help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.

Fertility awareness is a natural family planning strategy that involves tracking the menstrual cycle. The purpose is to identify when you are ovulating and, therefore, most likely to become pregnant. Tubal ligation is commonly referred to as “getting your tubes tied” and is a form of medical sterilization. This option is for women who are certain they do not want to become pregnant in the future.

There is a birth control method that is right for you and we can help you find it. Schedule an appointment with one of our knowledgeable doctors to discuss your options for birth control by calling Women's Medical Center in Dothan, AL, at (334) 793-3900.

Women's Medical Center, P.C.

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