Birth Control
“Not right now”
Hear real people share their very real experiences with different methods of birth control.
"Not right now"
Tee, 21, not right now
"If we’re going to have sex, we need to have this conversation."
May 19, 2016
Tee used to be sexually active with guys and tried the pill but had trouble remembering to take it every day. The patch irritated Tee’s skin. Now that Tee only dates women, pregnancy protection isn’t an issue. Tee does use barrier methods, though, to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
To stay safe, Tee recommends getting tested regularly and talking about STI and pregnancy prevention with partners before any intimate contact.
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Norelle, 22, not right now
"I needed to change the way I think about myself."
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Savannah, 18, not right now
"For now, the choice is what's right for me."
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Anna, 19, not right now
"Once it's your own choice, that's what keeps you truly motivated."