Contraceptive Counseling

Review of evidence-based, person-centered strategies for improving patient comfort during IUD placements, from paracervical blocks to non-medication supports

LNG IUD as EC, IUD pain management, thrombosis risks with hormonal contraception, telehealth & medication abortion, adolescent contraception guidance

What providers need to know about offering emergency contraception (EC) to transgender and gender nonbinary (TGNB) patients

Cancer and contraception, menstrual cups and IUD displacement, vaginal microbiome and contraceptives, OTC birth control knowledge gaps, early medication abortion follow-up

New and updated guidance on the initiation and management of contraception, including pain management options for IUD placement, support for DMPA-SQ, and new conditions and methods added.

Clinical guidance on early pregnancy loss and SMA, safety of outpatient abortion for people with higher body weights, and how to document first-trimester ultrasound findings.

How providers can take a patient-centered approach.

Pro tips for providers to address misinformation and celebrate birth control and everything it makes possible this Thanks, Birth Control Day.