Daily pills and IUDs may not be for everyone.
Pills and IUDs are common birth control methods, but some people have different preferences. If remembering the pill every day or getting an IUD procedure isn't your thing, ask your doctor if a patch may be right for you.*
*The pill, patch, and IUD are not the only types of birth control. Talk to your doctor to find out which available option is right for you.
Contraceptive pill
Take it daily by mouth.
No medical procedure.
Contraceptive patch
Put on 1 patch. Once a week.
It goes on your skin and peels off.
No medical procedure.
After every 3 weeks, you have a patch-free week.
Contraceptive IUD
Usually used long-term.
Medical procedures for insertion and removal.
IUD=intrauterine device.
Get the Lo down.
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