sexual health info

Preventing pregnancy

To prevent pregnancy, you can use contraception. There are many different types to choose from, including:

• pills that you need to take every day
• fit and forget methods that are long lasting
• barriers that you need to use each time you have sex
• others methods such as natural family planning.

No type is 100% effective, but many are very effective if you use them the right way every time you have sex. They all work in different ways. For more information, read our fact sheets on contraception and talk with a doctor or nurse to find the option that best suits your body and lifestyle.