Birth Control Counseling Services
in Coral Spring, Florida
What are the different types of birth control?
As you contemplate your birth control options, it’s helpful to break them down into categories to help you decide which one is right for you. These include:
Barrier birth control
Barrier methods of birth control stop sperm from reaching and fertilizing your eggs. These include:
- Condoms, both male and female
- Cervical caps
- Sponges
- Diaphragms
- Copper IUDs
Hormonal birth control
With hormonal birth control methods, you regulate your hormone levels to prevent ovulation. Under this type of birth control are several different delivery methods, including:
- Patches
- Oral pills
- Implants
- Injections
- Hormonal IUDs
- Vaginal rings
Surgical birth control
If you want a more permanent birth control method, there are surgical options, which include:
- Vasectomy
- Tubal ligation or blockage
- Hysterectomy, though this is usually reserved for health reasons
Both tubal ligation and vasectomy are reversible, but it requires another surgical intervention.
Natural birth control
If you’d prefer a more natural birth method, you can try:
- Abstinence
- Outercourse
- Withdrawal
- Fertility awareness planning
How effective are the different methods of birth control?
Only a handful of the birth control methods provides 100% coverage — abstinence, hysterectomy, and outercourse — but the remaining options offer considerable protection against unwanted pregnancy. Here are a few numbers to give you a better idea of the effectiveness:
- Tubal ligation: 99%
- IUDs: 99%
- Hormonal patch: 91%
- Diaphragm: 88%
- Condoms: 85%
- Withdrawal: 78%
During your discussion with Dr. Barrionuevo, he reviews the different efficacy rates with you to help you choose the best option.
Which type of birth control is best for me?
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a birth control option, and Dr. Barrionuevo is there to help you find one that suits your health, lifestyle, and goals. It’s also important to understand that most of these birth control methods don’t protect you against STDs, except for condoms and abstinence.
You should also consider things like whether you’ll be able to keep up with taking an oral contraceptive because skipping even one day can lower the efficacy rate. In these cases, delivery methods should be a top consideration as you make your decision.
To explore which birth control methods are right for you, call Coral Springs OBGYN or use the online scheduling tool to book an appointment.
Patient Feedback
Allyson T.
Dr. Barrionuevo was absolutely amazing! First of all, his office is immaculate and very comfortable. He has a TV in each exam room and the waiting room, which made visits a little less drab. He also has an ultrasound machine in every room, so I got to see and hear my baby on EVERY visit. The ladies at check-in/check-out, as well as the nurse, are helpful and kind…they learned my name and made my visits personable from beginning to end. I delivered my son during the COVID-19 Pandemic. He reassured me through a very anxious time and made my pregnancy as enjoyable as it could have been. He was prompt, calm, patient and encouraging during my delivery. Overall…a 10 out of 10! I would recommend him to anyone who might be expecting!
Kim W.
Dr Barrionuevo saw me first during my first trimester of pregnancy. I’m so glad I chose him to treat me during this time. He is by far the best OBGYN ever and I have two other kids. He is patient, caring and takes the time to explain everything in details so you are left with a peace of mind. He delivered our daughter on 8/22 and again the level of professionalism and caring disposition is nothing more than amazing. I would recommend him to everyone. The staff is also amazing: Grace, Liliana and Sonia. My prenatal appointments was always pleasant. More doctors need to strive to be like him as he is the epitome of what world class is. Thanks for everything Dr. B and Staff.
Anabel G.
Dr. Barrionuevo delivered my son & it is obvious he is a very competent physician. He exudes confidence and put me at ease. I felt blessed to have him as my doctor….he also has the best bedside manner….always available to answer question & he is very patient & doesn’t rush his patients. He is simply the best!
