Exploring all of your contraception options
PCOS Explained21 Aug 2024

Exploring all of your contraception options

One person says this, and another person says that… sometimes it feels overwhelming trying to wrap your head around all the contraception options! Join Clare and Emma in this week’s PCOS Explained episode as they provide a comprehensive guide to your contraception options.

In this episode, we delve into various contraception methods, including hormonal, non-hormonal, barrier methods, and emergency contraception, to help you make informed decisions based on your needs.

We discuss:

  • How Contraceptives Function: Learn how different methods work and their effectiveness.
  • Options Available: From oral pills and injections to implants, IUDs, and the fertility awareness method.
  • Side Effects: Understand potential side effects and their implications on your physiology.
  • Emergency Contraception: What you need to know about handling urgent situations.
  • Contraception and PCOS: Special considerations for those with PCOS.
  • Myths and Misconceptions: We debunk common myths and clarify misconceptions surrounding contraception.
  • Mental Health Considerations: Highlighting how some methods may affect mental health.


This episode emphasizes the importance of listening to your own body and understanding its signals to find the contraception that suits you best.


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