Contraception refers to the methods that are used to prevent pregnancy.
Only condoms help protect against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Contraception is free on the NHS and you can get it from a range of places including iCaSH Norfolk, your GP or a community pharmacy.
There are many methods of contraception and it is worth taking the time to find out more about each one, so that you can choose contraception that suits you.
Most contraception methods are for women and anyone with a cervix. However, condoms and vasectomy are available for men and anyone with a penis/testicles.
There are some things to think about when deciding which contraception to use. It can depend on what's important to you including, how to use each method, side effects and how well it works.
Some methods, called long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), can last for several months or years.
Other methods can involve taking a pill every day, changing a patch every week or changing a vaginal ring every 3 weeks.
Condoms need to be used every time you have sex.
Sterilisation is forever.
Methods of contraception
There are lots of different methods of contraception. Each method works differently, so it’s important to think about what type of contraception is right for you.
