With all of the birth control methods available these days, it’s normal to have questions or feel overwhelmed by your options. Each woman has unique needs, and the right birth control should support your health, your lifestyle, and your sexual practices.
At Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas, the expert team of OB/GYN physicians can help you make an informed, educated decision and start a contraception method that’s right for you.
When choosing a birth control method, it’s helpful to consider questions like:
The right birth control can make you feel confident, empowered, and safe.
Some birth control offer benefits beyond preventing pregnancy, such as:
In certain cases, birth control can be used to treat medical conditions, such as:
There are several birth control methods available, and each method varies in its effectiveness. Some of the most common methods include:
Other options include:
Typically, you might have to try a couple of different methods before you find the best choice for you and your partner.
If you opt for a hormonal method of birth control, sometimes it can take a while for your body to get used to the influx of hormones. You may experience some side effects, like bloating, mood swings, or changes in your menstrual cycle. With hormonal birth control, you usually need to wait at least a week after starting it to have unprotected sex.
If you’re using a barrier method of birth control, these are effective right away. Barrier methods may be less effective than hormonal contraception, however, so it’s important to understand the risks and to use a backup method, if necessary.
If you decide you want to switch contraception methods at any time, just let your physician know, and they will be happy to help you find something that works better for you.
Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas offers individualized patient-centered care. Meet with one of our specialists for attentive medical support and to learn more about your birth control options. Give us a call at (214) 363-4421 to schedule an appointment or you may request an appointment online.
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