Where can I get more information on birth control? When should I start?

It is important to know that you can become pregnant again almost immediately after taking abortion pills. For this reason, it is recommended to use condoms or another form of birth control if you don’t want to get pregnant. Hey Jane offers birth control consultations and emergency contraception for future use. Message your provider on the Spruce app to learn more.

• You can get condoms, internal condoms, sponges, and spermicide at your drugstore. Condoms are the only method that protect against sexually transmitted infections.
• If you have unprotected sex or the condom breaks, you can use emergency contraception (EC), also known as the morning-after pill. EC can help stop you from getting pregnant if you take it within 3-5 days of unprotected sex depending on what method you use. You can get EC from the drugstore or from a healthcare facility.
• There are many different birth control options available - including pills, the patch, the vaginal ring, and many more. The implant and the IUD are great options, too. Here's a good resource to explore your birth control options.
• If you're interested in starting birth control, discuss this with your Hey Jane provider - they will happily answer any questions and send a prescription for you.
• You can also go to this link to connect with a provider near you.
• You can start birth control on the date you choose in consultation with your provider, even if you're bleeding.