Contraception4All

A place for Transgender and Gender Nonconforming to explore contraceptive options that work for you and your needs.

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All 15 methods, side by side. What each one asks of you, what it costs, and how it feels to use.

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The ringThe ring
Mini-pillMini-pill
Description

A small flexible ring you place inside your vagina for three weeks at a time. It releases estrogen and progestin.

A progestin-only pill with no estrogen, taken at the same time every day.

Effectiveness
✔ 91–93%

Effective when replaced on schedule.

— 91%

Effectiveness drops if doses are late or missed.

Manages period symptoms
✔ Usually helps

Can make periods shorter and lighter, or skip them.

— Unpredictable

Spotting between periods is common.

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Arizona State University

We are a research-based team. Developed with community input and supported by the U.S. federal government, our goal is to provide clear, respectful and affirming information.

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FAQ

Several methods need no pelvic exam at all — the implant goes in your arm, the patch and the ring you place yourself, and the shot is an injection. Nothing here is ruled out; a clinician can talk you through the rest.
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