I've been using withdrawal, but want something more effective. What options can I talk with my doctor about?

I want something more effective and don't mind a doctor visit.

Apr 18, 2016

Good for you for looking into more reliable methods of birth control!

Still not working?

If you don’t mind visiting your doctor for a prescription or procedure, you might want to check out one of these more effective methods: IUD, the implant, the shot, the ring, the patch, or the pill.

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Withdrawal (pull-out method)
Very effective if you do it correctly (but that can be hard to do). Hormone-free, zero cost, zero side effects.
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Birth control shot
Very effective if you use it correctly. Lasts for months, is private, and is a good hormonal option for those who can't take estrogen.
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IUD
Super effective, lasts for years, low-maintenance, and private (though some partners can feel the strings). You can choose hormonal or non-hormonal.
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Birth control patch
Very effective if you use it correctly. Easy to use and works like the pill, but you only have to worry about it once a week.
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Implant (Nexplanon)
Super effective, lasts for years, low-maintenance, and private.
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Birth control ring
Very effective if you use it correctly. Easy to use and works like the pill, but you don't have to worry about it every day.
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Birth control pill
Very effective if you use it correctly. Easy to use, but you have to remember to take it every day.