Contraception is available in many different forms. There are advantages and disadvantages for each. The main types of contraception include the following:
• Condoms – can protect against sexually transmitted infections (STI’s)
• Contraceptive Pill – taken daily
• Contraceptive Implants – flexible rods inserted into your arm. Can be in place up to three years
• Coil – Mirena Hormonal or Copper Coil (IUD). Can be in place for up to 5 years (Mirena) up to 10 years (copper)
• Depot injection – effective up to 13 weeks