Contraception
In the U.S., 99% of sexually active people with the ability to get pregnant will use contraception in their lifetime. Contraception is basic primary health care for everyone.
Top Resources
Contraception in the Time of COVID-19
Depo-Provera Sub-Q User Guide
Quick Start Algorithm
Medical Eligibility Criteria for Initiating Contraception
Non-Prescription Birth Control Methods
More Resources
Copper IUD User Guide
Progestin IUD User Guide
Progestin Implant User Guide
How to Switch Birth Control Methods
IUD Consent Form
Pill User Guide
Progestin-Only Pill (Mini-Pill) User Guide
The Shot (Depo Provera) User Guide
Patch User Guide
Ring User Guide
Skipping Periods on Birth Control
Birth Control Choices Poster
IUD Aftercare Instructions
Progestin Implant Aftercare Instructions
LARC: The Basics
Non-Prescription Birth Control Methods
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Latest Contraception Post From The Blog
May 23
Administrative Advocacy in Family Medicine: Mobilizing at NCCLÂ
“This was my second NCCL. NCCL is a wonderful opportunity to learn how the AAFP legislative process works, and also had some great speakers and sessions. It is so exciting to engage with this new generation of constituency advocates! I felt like my concerns were validated. I plan to attend future NCCL events– NCCL leaves…