Dating Life

Your contraceptive is as individual as you are
We all have different wants and needs when it comes to choosing a contraception. Lifestyle is one of a variety of factors that may determine the contraception method you choose.


THE STATS
A 2008 web survey conducted by Marie Stopes International Research showed that 60% of women who experienced unplanned pregnancy were using contraception* ...contraception that obviously wasn't working for them!

Contraception Choices
A busy work and home life, planning your family, regular travel, and enjoying 'singledom' can all impact on the type of birth control that works best for us. Choosing a contraception method that is relevant to you is a personal choice, and needs to be determined by careful consideration of an individuals needs.

There are many different types of hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives available including the pill, the implant, the contraceptive ring as well as a variety of hormonal and non-hormonal options.


www.whatcontraceptiveareyou.com.au
While choosing the right contraceptive can be difficult, the whatcontraceptiveareyou.com.au website is designed to provide information about different contraception methods and options. If you would like to discuss the various contraceptive options with your Doctor you can take the confidential Survey. This can then be printed in the format of a letter for you to share with your Doctor.

Whether you are just starting on a contraceptive or simply looking to learn about other options, you can find plenty of information in our Contraceptive Choices section. There is also a tip sheet on how to get the most out of your consultation. These aids are intended to help you identify issues that may effect your contraceptive choice so you can discuss them with your Doctor.


Take a free contraceptive survey
By completing our free and quick survey (which can also be formatted into a letter for your Doctor) you can go armed with relevant information to help you and your Doctor make the right contraceptive choice for YOU. This list of questions is not exhaustive but will help your Doctor to advise you of contraceptive methods that may suit you and your lifestyle. Survey results are confidential and not recorded on the website.
Take the free survey now!