Contraception
Birth control methods vary in how they work, how long they last, and how effective they are with typical use. Advanced Women’s Health of NJ can help patients review available contraception options and choose the method that fits their needs.
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Explore Your Birth Control Options
Need for effective pregnancy prevention
Interest in long-acting reversible birth control, such as an IUD or implant
Need to compare hormonal, barrier, emergency, fertility awareness-based, or permanent birth control methods
Understanding Birth Control Effectiveness
The effectiveness of birth control methods is critically important for reducing the risk of unintended pregnancy. Effectiveness can be measured during “perfect use,” when the method is used correctly and consistently as directed, or during “typical use,” which is how effective the method is during actual use, including inconsistent and incorrect use.
The best way to reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy among sexually active women is to use effective birth control correctly and consistently. Among reversible methods of birth control, intrauterine contraception and the contraceptive implant remain highly effective for years once correctly in place.
Birth Control Options
The source page lists reversible methods of birth control, including intrauterine contraception, hormonal methods, barrier methods, and natural family planning or fertility awareness. It also describes permanent methods of birth control, including female sterilization, tubal ligation or “tying tubes,” and male sterilization or vasectomy.
Some methods, such as the contraceptive shot, pills, patch and ring, barrier methods, and fertility awareness-based methods, depend on correct and consistent use. These methods have lower effectiveness with typical use. Permanent birth control is intended for people who are sure they do not desire a pregnancy in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “typical use” mean for birth control?
Typical use means how effective a birth control method is during actual use, including inconsistent or incorrect use.
Which reversible birth control methods are highly effective for years once correctly in place?
The source page states that intrauterine contraception and the contraceptive implant remain highly effective for years once correctly in place.
What types of reversible birth control methods are listed on the source page?
The source page lists intrauterine contraception, hormonal methods, barrier methods, and natural family planning or fertility awareness.
What are permanent birth control methods intended for?
Permanent birth control methods are intended for people who are sure they do not desire a pregnancy in the future.
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