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

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Arizona State University

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Shaped by the people it serves

Explore methods

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
Yes91–93%

Effective when replaced on schedule.

Sometimes91%

Effectiveness drops if doses are late or missed.

Manages period symptoms
YesUsually helps

Can make periods shorter and lighter, or skip them.

SometimesUnpredictable

Spotting between periods is common.

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Arizona State University

We are a research team at Arizona State University. Developed with community input and originally funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), our goal is to provide clear, respectful and affirming information.

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