Step 1
Women have a wide choice of contraceptive methods, as detailed below. Men have only two – condoms and a vasectomy.
Step 2
Choosing the right form of contraception is not always easy. It is important that you find one that suits your pocket, your state of health and your lifestyle. Take a look at details regarding the different types of contraceptives that are available, and make your choice:
different types of contraceptives,
"natural" methods,
barrier methods,
hormonal methods,
emergency contraception,
intrauterine devices,
vasectomies and
female sterilisation.
Step 3
The pill can only be obtained from a doctor or family planning clinic after you've had a checkup. Make an appointment with your doctor, gynaecologist or urologist to discuss the contraceptive method that will be best for you.
Step 4
If you feel that you still have a question that has not been answered, post your own question to our sexologist on our sexology forum .