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- Contraception - emergency contraception
It is best to take emergency contraception as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours of having unprotected sex, but it still works well within 96 hours (4 days).
- Contraception - implants
Hormonal contraception is available as implants that slowly release hormones into the body over time.
- Contraception - injections
Hormonal contraception is available as injections that slowly release hormones into the body over time.
- Contraception - choices
Different methods of contraception available in Australia - includes LARC implants and IUDs, injections, contraceptive pills, condoms, diaphragm, vaginal ring, sterilisation, natural and withdrawal.
- Contraception - vasectomy
Having a vasectomy does not affect a person's ability to produce sex hormones, enjoy sex or reach orgasm.
- Contraception - diaphragms
The diaphragm is a non-hormonal barrier form of contraception. Includes information on how they work, effectiveness, use, advantages, possible risks and side effects, where to get them and support.
- Contraception after an abortion
You can become fertile again very soon after a surgical or medical abortion, so it's important to start using contraception immediately if you wish to prevent any unwanted pregnancies.
- Contraception - tubal ligation
Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception.
- Contraception - vaginal ring
The vaginal ring works in a similar way to the combined oral contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy.
- Contraception information translated into community languages
This page shows you where to find translated information about the different methods of contraception (how to prevent getting pregnant) available in Australia