Contraception
We can help provide knowledge, advice and access to a range of contraceptive methods. Our practitioners are experienced,
trauma-informed and here to advocate for you and your body.
Access to contraception is a vital resource that allows women and people who menstruate to be the ones to determine their own path. Access to contraception reduces risks to poverty.
PWHC provides contraceptive counselling, prescriptions and procedures, including IUD (Mirena & copper IUD) and contraceptive implant services. You can discuss contraceptive options with our Nurse Practitioner who can assist you to make a decision on what is best for you and provide you with a prescription if needed.
Implanon
Implanon last for 3 years and work by preventing eggs from being released from the ovaries (ovulation) and thickening the mucus in the cervix so that the sperm cannot enter the uterus.
Before you start using Implanon you will need an assessment by our Nurse Practitioner to check your general health and suitability.
Read more Family Planning NSW
Implanon last for 3 years and work by preventing eggs from being released from the ovaries (ovulation) and thickening the mucus in the cervix so that the sperm cannot enter the uterus.
The Pill
The combined hormonal contraceptive pill (the Pill) is made up of two hormones, an oestrogen and a progestogen. These hormones are similar to the ones made in your ovaries. Many brands of the Pill are available which all have different types and doses of these two hormones.
The Pill is available at the pharmacy with a prescription from our Nurse Practitioner.
Read more via Family Planning NSW
The combined hormonal contraceptive pill (the Pill) is made up of two hormones, an oestrogen and a progestogen. These hormones are similar to the ones made in your ovaries.
Diaphragms
A diaphragm is a barrier method of contraception for women.
It's a shallow dome of silicone with a firm and flexible rim. A diaphragm stops sperm getting into the uterus during sexual intercourse.
Diaphragms are not as effective as some other methods of contraception including the pill, implant and intrauterine devices (IUDs). The diaphragm is 86% effective in perfect use, and 82% effective in real life or "typical" use.
Read more via Family Planning NSW
A diaphragm is a barrier method of contraception for people with vaginas. It's a shallow dome of silicone with a firm and flexible rim.
A diaphragm stops sperm getting into the uterus during sexual intercourse.
IUD Options
There are two types of IUD— Copper IUD and Hormonal IUD. An IUD is a long acting and reversible form of contraception. While the details differ, IUD's provide very effective protection for years and don't require you to prevent pregnancy daily.
Before you start an IUD you will need an assessment by our Nurse Practitioner to check your general health and suitability.
Read More Via Family Planning NSW
There are two types of IUD— Copper IUD and Hormonal IUD. An IUD is a long acting and reversible form of contraception. While the details differ, IUD's provide very effective protection for years and don't require you to prevent pregnancy daily.
Nuva Ring
The vaginal ring is a soft plastic ring which contains two types of hormones - an oestrogen and a progestogen. These hormones are similar to the ones made in your ovaries and are like the hormones that are in the contraceptive pill.
You will need to see our Nurse Practitioner to get a prescription for the vaginal ring.
Read more via Family Planning NSW
The vaginal ring is a soft plastic ring which contains two types of hormones - an oestrogen and a progestogen. These hormones are similar to the ones made in your ovaries and are like the hormones that are in the contraceptive pill.
Book Your Appointment
Contact us to make an appointment with our Nurse Practitioner to discuss options for contraceptions.
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Contact us to make an appointment with our Nurse Practitioner to discuss options for contraceptions.
DMPA
The DMPA is a contraceptive injection that mainly works by stopping the ovaries from releasing an egg (ovulation.) Each injection provides s protection against pregnancy for 12 weeks.
The contraceptive injection is a very effective contraceptive. It is between 99% and 94% effective.
Read more via Family Planning NSW
The DMPA is a contraceptive injection that mainly works by stopping the ovaries from releasing an egg (ovulation.) Each injection provides s protection against pregnancy for 12 weeks.
Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception should be taken as soon as possible after intercourse with some methods available up to 120 hours after intercourse. Emergency contraception can be accessed without a prescription from a pharmacy or family planning clinic.
Copper IUDs can be used for emergency contraception in certain circumstances, you can speak with our Nurse Practitioner if you are interested in this option.
Read more via NSW Health.
Emergency contraception should be taken as soon as possible after intercourse with some methods available up to 120 hours after intercourse. Emergency contraception can be accessed without a prescription from a pharmacy or family planning clinic.