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Birth Control Pills

Birth control pills, along with the patch and vaginal ring, are hormonal contraceptives that contain synthetic estrogen and progestin. These hormones prevent pregnancy by stopping ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to hinder sperm, and altering the uterine lining to prevent implantation. To use the pill effectively, it must be taken daily at the same time, achieving an effectiveness rate of 99.9% when used correctly. Prescriptions are needed, and they can be acquired at pharmacies or health departments, often at low or no cost for teens.

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Birth Control Pills

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  1. Birth Control Pills

  2. How They Work • Hormonal contraceptives (the pill, the patch, and the vaginal ring) all contain a small amount of synthetic estrogen and progestin hormones. These hormones work to inhibit the body's natural cyclical hormones to prevent pregnancy. Pregnancy is prevented by a combination of factors. The hormonal contraceptive usually stops the body from releasing an egg from the ovary. Hormonal contraceptives also change the cervical mucus to make it difficult for the sperm to find an egg. Hormonal contraceptives can also prevent pregnancy by making the lining of the womb inhospitable for implantation.

  3. How To Use • Pill is taken by mouth daily at the same time

  4. Effectiveness • 99.9% if used consistently and correctly

  5. How and Where to Get Them • - A prescription is necessary • - They can be obtained from any pharmacy • - They can be obtained from the health department for little or no money

  6. Cost • Free at the health department for most teens • $30-40/month without insurance • Less depending on insurance coverage

  7. Pros & Cons

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