What's the best type of birth control for a teenager?

Answer 1

People.. by not informing teenagers of how to be safe, all you're asking for is pregnancy and STD's. If she's going to do it anyway, you might as well offer her some education.
Look, the best thing to do is to consult your doctor about what's best for you. Generally speaking, a Health Department gives teenagers under 18 birth control for free. No specific form is better than another for a teenager; it really depends on what's right for you. If you want something you can get and then forget about for three months, then the shot is good for you. But know that there are side effects such as weight fluctuation and moodiness. If you want convenience without the needles, the patch my be right for you, but we're hearing some not so good things about the patch now. The most common form is probably the pill, especially if you're reliable or need a low-hormone dose. There are also the rings, and surgically inserted birth control methods. Do some research and look over your options, then talk it over with your doctor. Personally, I started the patch at 16, and the shot at 17.. I did the pills for awhile when I was 18, but eventually went back to the shot, and I've stuck with that.


Oh, and for those who are so set on preaching abstinence, this girl could be eighteen or nineteen for all we know and you're yelling "No" at her. Get the facts, you may be condemning an adult. I hope you choose to educate your children better than what you're telling this poor girl..

Answer 2

I'm 29 and have been on mulitple forms of BC over the last several years. The most popular is an oral contraceptive, or "The Pill," which come in many doses and brands. The biggest problem that I have with oral BC is remembering to take them at the same time everyday. Something that helped me was switching to a chewable pill (tastes like cherry) so I can leave it on my desk and take it every morning when I get to work. There's also the patch, Depo (the shot), and a vareity of IUDs. Also depends on whether or not you're planning to use insurance, and if so, what the insurance will cover. BC can get pricy if it's out of pocket!

A good thing to remember is no matter what type of BC that you choose, always remember a back up method! BC doesn't protect you against STDs, so don't forget the condoms!

Answer 3

Abstinence!!!

I'm not saying this for religious reasons. ALL THREE of my children were conceived while I was using various methods of birth control. I do NOT trust birth control.

Everyone talks about the effectiveness as if they will not be the .05%. Guess what??! IT COULD BE YOU!!!

I was 21 when I got pregnant for the first time. Not a teenager, supposedly a grown woman, but definitely still a very young parent and not 100% ready. Should I have been having sex at ALL?!? Not if I wasn't prepared to have a baby!!! Luckily I grew up REAL fast and am now married and a great mom.

Answer 4

As a teenager, your first impression will be to blow off all the answers like no sex. There are many type of birth control options. The pill, condoms, foams, IUD (which I don't recommend), diaphragm, they even have patches. Obviously, in today's society, you will want to choose something that will protect you from sexually transmitted diseases. You don't want to end up with something that Ajax won't wash off. My suggestion is that you visit your local health department where you can make an informed decision with someone that can help you make the right choice. That doesn't mean that I don't agree with the other answer of no sex.

Answer 5

start administration has rather undesirable start defects now and lower back, like everlasting infertility. So no longer anyone could be compelled to take it, on condition that they like to. Plus no longer each and every teen has intercourse, i do no longer. i be attentive to it is not a stable thought to get pregnant at a youthful age, yet as quickly as I see a pregnant teen or a youngster with the toddler i do no longer seem down on them, i'm happy that that little toddler they have is right here in this Earth. new child of a youngster mom or no longer it quite is a life, each and every thing occurs for a reason.

Answer 6

Well, since birth control can be used for other things besides preventing pregnancy, a real answer would be Orthro-tricyclen. It is the most commonly prescribed to help with acne and hormonal problems. If you are planning on having sex, get the right facts from an adult and be sure to use condoms as well as the birth control.

Answer 7

you know you gotta go see a doctor and get a percription to get birth controle medicine if your a minor. i just asked if it was OTC medicine and every1 answered that its not so that means you gotta get a precription. but its best not to have sex when your a teen if you can help it.

Answer 8

The absolute most foolproof form of birth control for a teenager is abstinence. I swear, it's amazing how it really really works.

Answer 9

umm.... well have you ever done it before? cuz if you haven't, you might want to practice. but birth control, is there really a difference? they all do the same thing. any way, if u dont kno how to practice then email me at [e-mail]

Answer 10

Abstainence.