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An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small contraceptive device that is put into the uterus (womb) to prevent pregnancy...
Condoms are the most effective way to reduce your risk of contracting a sexually transmissible infection (STI) during sex...
The two types of oral contraception available in Australia are the combined pill, known as "the Pill", and the mini pill...
The method of contraception you choose will depend on your general health, lifestyle and relationships...
The diaphragm acts as a barrier method of contraception...
Contraceptive injections for men are not yet available in Australia, but clinical studies suggest that they may provide a safe, effective and reversible method of male contraception in the future...
The female condom is effective in preventing an unplanned pregnancy and protecting against sexually transmissible infections (STIs)...
In Victoria, you can have two types of abortion: surgical and medication. Both types are safe and reliable. You can have a medication abortion up to nine weeks of pregnancy. You can have a surgical...
Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception that a woman can choose if she is sure that she does not want children in the future...
It is best to take emergency contraception as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours of having unprotected sex, but it still works well within 96 hours (four days)...