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Family Planning and Contraceptive Methods

New Generation Birth Control Options

Pills

  • Natural Estrogen Combination Pills
    • Contain non-synthetic (bioidentical) estrogen for improved tolerance
    • Flexible cycle control: as few as four periods per year

  • Progestogen-Only Pill (Mini-Pill)
    • Ideal for women who cannot take estrogen
    • Safe during breastfeeding

Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs)

  • Copper IUD (Non-Hormonal)
    • Hormone-free option
    • Suitable for women seeking long-term contraception without hormonal influence
  • Hormonal IUD
    • Reduces heavy menstrual bleeding
    • Often recommended for women with fibroids
  • Mini Hormonal IUD
    • Designed specifically for younger women
    • Smaller size and lower hormone dose

Other Methods

  • Vaginal Ring
    • Monthly vaginal ring inserted by the user
    • Offers consistent hormone release with easy use
  • Progestin Implant
    • Small, subdermal implant placed in the arm
    • Effective for up to 3 years
  • Transdermal Patch
    • Weekly hormone patch applied to the skin
    • Convenient and discreet
  • Emergency Contraception
    • Commonly known as the "morning-after pill"
    • Used after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure

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