Contraception Choices

Contraception doesn’t just mean condoms and the pill. In this clip, Dr David Gibney talks you through the four main long acting methods of contraception to help you find the method that suits you best.

Know Your Choices

All contraceptive methods are very effective and most are 99% effective - when used correctly and consistently. You can find out more on this page or from your GP/Doctor.

A Dual Protection approach to contraception gives the best protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Get the contraception that suits you

Female Contraception

• The Pill and Mini Pill
• Injectable Contraception
• The Coil
• Intrauterine System (IUS)
• The Implant
• The Patch
• Vaginal Ring
• Diaphragms / Cap
• Natural Methods
• Female Sterilisation
• Abstinence
• Female Condom

Male Contraception

• Male Condoms
• Male Sterilisation
• Abstinence