How to Get Birth Control Pills

If you’re planning to become sexually active or want to try and combat killer cramps, the birth control pill is a great thing to consider. Of course, birth control pills are not available without a prescription and before prescribing the pills, your doctor will want to examine you and discuss your plan with you.

Consider Telling Your Mom

There is a debate among many health care providers about involving parents in this sort of decision. Should you have to tell your mom? It might depend on the state you live in or the policies of the doctor you’ve visiting. If you’re concerned, make an appointment and explain you’ll be coming alone.

If you can, however, elicit the support or at least the acceptance of your mother or father. Explain that you want to be safe and protected in your choice of lifestyle and would appreciate their support. This is especially true if you’re planning on taking the pill to lighten your period and accompanying cramps. If that is the case, or if your mother is comfortable with your decision, having her along for moral support is a nice thing to have.

Make an Appointment With A Doctor

Make an appointment with an obgyn, If you don’t have insurance or access to your parent’s insurance cards that have you covered, you can ask your regular doctor for a referral to an obgyn. They might have your insurance on record. There are also clinics available to use without insurance. Regardless of where you choose to make an appointment, in every city from Buffalo to San Diego, women’s health providers should make you feel comfortable about your decision to protect yourself and not be judgmental.

Have an Exam

To get birth control pills, you’ll need an exam to determine that you’re healthy and that the pills won’t cause you any harm. Expect to have a full exam, including a pelvic exam (meaning without underpants) during this initial appointment. Once you’ve been determined as healthy, your doctor will want to speak with you about your choice to use birth control. Listen to the information the doctor offers and then you’ll get a prescription for birth control pills.

Fill Your Prescription

Take the pills to the same pharmacy where you usually fill prescriptions so that your insurance information is on file. Some doctor’s offices will fill the prescription for you to avoid having to fill it somewhere else. This might be an easier option if you’re concerned about insurance paying for the prescription.

Easy Step By Step Instructions For Getting Birth Control

• Tell your mom if you feel comfortable doing so. It will give you support in your decision
• Make an appointment with your doctor or a free clinic
• Have an exam at the doctor’s office
• Fill the prescription

Warnings, Advice, and Suggestions When Getting Birth Control

Remember that you should be on the pill a full month before having unprotected sex. Even then, continue to use a condom to protect yourself from STDs.

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