Health Center - Birth Control
For many women, birth control pills are the contraception method of choice. “The pill” has evolved over the years and more options exist than ever before. Unsure which is the right birth control method for you? Not sure what to do if you miss a pill? Find answers to these questions and more here.
Birth Control Pills Guide
Permanent Birth Control: Understanding Your Options
I'm ready—what are my options?
If you've made a decision to pursue permanent birth control, it's important to learn about the various surgical and nonsurgical procedures available to you or your partner. Though most women surveyed by HealthyWomen are familiar with tubal ligation (also known as "getting your tubes tied") and vasectomy, only 12 percent have heard of permanent birth control that does not involve surgery. It's time to become aware of all your permanent options:
For you:
Permanent options for females, work by closing a woman's fallopian tubes by blocking, tying or cutting them so an egg cannot travel to the uterus. There are two primary forms of permanent birth control for females:
