Despite a large number of contraceptive options available, it is still thought that 45% of pregnancies in the United States are unintended. Therefore, it is important to choose a contraceptive that can be used consistently and correctly.

When choosing a birth control method, it is important to consider how well it works to prevent pregnancy, how easy it is to use, how long it lasts, whether it can be reversed, any side effects, how much it costs, and if it also protects you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).