Abstinence

- behavioral
A behavior that prevents pregnancy Prevents sexually transmitted infection Safe, easy, and
convenient
Birth Control Implant (Implanon and Nexplanon)
- hormonal
A matchstick-sized rod that is inserted in the arm to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and
convenient Must be inserted by a health care provider Costs between $0 and $800 up front, but
lasts up to three years - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/birth-control-implant-implanon#sthash.yfIx9JXn.dpuf
Birth Control Patch
- hormonal
A small patch that sticks to your skin to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and convenient Easy
to get with a prescription Costs about $0$80 a month - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-control-patch-orthoevra#sthash.kKaerhGW.dpuf
Birth Control Pills
- hormonal
Take a pill each day to prevent pregnancy
Safe, effective, and convenient
Easy to get with a prescription
Cost about $0$50 each month
- See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-controlpill#sthash.bJaQze0E.dpuf
Birth Control Shot (Depo-Provera)
- hormonal
A shot in the arm or butt that prevents pregnancy Safe, effective, and convenient Easy to get
with a prescription Lasts for three months Costs $0$100 per injection, plus any exam fees See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-control-shot-depoprovera#sthash.xtFlEQig.dpuf
Birth Control Sponge (Today Sponge)

- cervical barrier
A foam sponge inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy Safe and convenient Easy to use
Costs $0$15 for a package of three sponges - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-control-sponge-todaysponge#sthash.kF0dTaz4.dpuf
Birth Control Vaginal Ring (NuvaRing)
- cervical barrier
A small ring you put in your vagina once a month for three weeks to prevent pregnancy Safe,
effective, and convenient Easy to get with a prescription Costs about $0$80 a month - See
more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/birth-control-vaginal-ringnuvaring#sthash.TSlfAaTA.dpuf
Breastfeeding as Birth Control
- Fertility Awareness
Sometimes called LAM (Lactational Amenorrhea Method) A natural way to prevent pregnancy
after giving birth Effective, safe, convenient, and free Lasts for up to six months after giving birth
- See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/breastfeeding#sthash.F5wzlm8f.dpuf
Cervical Cap (FemCap)
- Cervical Barrier
A silicone cup inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and convenient
Lasts for up to two years Costs about $0$75 - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/cervical-cap#sthash.ByC5uMMy.dpuf
Condom
- barrier
Worn on the penis Made of latex or plastic Prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection
Can be used with another form of birth control for extra protection Can be used for vaginal, anal,
or oral sex Safe, effective, and easy to get Cost about $1 each, but are sometimes available for
free - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/condom#sthash.2jeD2xEv.dpuf

Diaphragm

- barrier
shallow silicone cup inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and
convenient Lasts up to two years Costs about $0$75 - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/diaphragm#sthash.XoaAfZg4.dpuf

Female Condom
- barrier
A pouch inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy Reduces the risk of sexually transmitted
infection Can be used for vaginal and anal intercourse Safe, effective, and convenient Easy to
get Cost about $4 each - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/female-condom#sthash.IsV4avf3.dpuf

Fertility Awareness-Based Methods (FAMs)

- behavioral/awareness
Charting your fertility to help prevent pregnancy
Safe and convenient
- See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/fertilityawareness#sthash.vpjTlOGD.dpuf
IUD
obviously IUD
Small, "T-shaped" device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and long
lasting Must be inserted by a health care provider Costs between $0 and $1,000 up front, but
lasts up to 12 years - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/iud#sthash.RQF0MSFR.dpuf
Morning-After Pill (Emergency Contraception)
- hormonal
Birth control you can use to prevent pregnancy up to five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex
Two kinds of emergency contraception morning-after pill and ParaGard IUD insertion Safe
and effective Available at health centers and drugstores Costs vary from $30 to $65 for the
morning-after pill and $500 to $900 for IUD insertion - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/morning-after-pill-emergencycontraception#sthash.l0xhpHrY.dpuf

Outercourse
- behavioral
Sex play that keeps sperm out of the vagina to prevent pregnancy Safe, effective, and
convenient - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/outercourse#sthash.OFqheSat.dpuf
Spermicide
- drug
A substance that prevents pregnancy by stopping sperm from moving Safe and convenient Easy
to use Costs about $8 per package - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/spermicide#sthash.DGoGK4mS.dpuf
Sterilization for Women (Tubal Sterilization)
- surgical
Surgery that prevents pregnancy
Safe and highly effective
Costs between $0 and $6,000
Meant to be permanent
- See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/sterilizationwomen#sthash.BXvUKv9S.dpuf
Vasectomy
- surgical
Sterilization for men that prevents pregnancy Safe and effective Costs $0 to $1,000 Meant to be
permanent - See more at: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birthcontrol/vasectomy#sthash.OiQchtqe.dpuf
Withdrawal (Pull Out Method)
- behavioral
Withdrawal is also called coitus interruptus or the "pull out method" Something you can do
during vaginal intercourse to prevent pregnancy - See more at:
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/withdrawal-pull-outmethod#sthash.9JZihrYZ.dpuf