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Emergency Contraception
EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION
Morning After Pill & Emergency Contraception in Centurion
Need emergency contraception after unprotected sex, a missed pill, condom break, or contraceptive failure? Mums & Bums can help you understand your options, including the morning-after pill, often searched for as Plan B, and whether a copper IUD may be suitable.
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Two Emergency Contraception Options
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Method
Oral pills or copper IUD.
Options
Pills or intrauterine device.
Appointment
Includes discussion and questions.
Location
Mums & Bums, Centurion.
COMPARE EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION OPTIONS
A Closer Look at Morning-After Pill & Copper IUD For Plan B
The morning-after pill and copper IUD may both be considered for Plan B, but they work differently. Timing, suitability, pricing, and whether you want ongoing contraception can all affect which option is discussed.
OPTION ONE
The Morning After Pill
For women who need a time-sensitive emergency contraceptive option without the ongoing contraceptive benefit.
OFTEN CHOSEN FOR
Women who want a once off emergency contraception option after unprotected sex.
EFFECTIVE-NESS
The morning after pill Is up to 89% effective in preventing pregnancy.
TIME FRAME
Works best if taken within 3 days (72 hours) after unprotected sex.
HORMONES USED
The morning after pill is hormone-based. The type depends on what pill is used.
OPTION TWO
The Copper T IUD
For women who want to discuss a non-hormonal emergency contraception option also provides ongoing birth control.
OFTEN CHOSEN FOR
Women who want emergency and ongoing contraception after unprotected sex.
EFFECTIVE-NESS
The copper T is up to 99% affective in preventing pregnancy.
TIME FRAME
Works best if inserted within 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex.
HORMONES USED
None. The copper T prevents implantation of a fertilised egg.
EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION APPOINTMENT GUIDANCE
When to Book an Emergency Contraception Consultation
You do not need to know which option is right before booking. If something has happened and you are unsure what to do next, we can help you understand the time-sensitive Plan B options available.
You had unprotected sex
You need advice after sex without contraception or when no method was used.
A condom broke or slipped
You want to discuss time-sensitive emergency contraception after condom failure.
You missed pills or took them late
You are unsure whether missed or late birth control pills have increased your pregnancy risk.
You are late for an injection
You missed or delayed your contraceptive injection and want to know what to do next.
You are comparing your options
You want to understand the difference between the morning-after pill and copper IUD.
You want ongoing contraception too
You want emergency contraception now and also longer-term method for future protection.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What Happens at an Emergency Contraception Consultation?
Your emergency contraception visit is time-sensitive. We’ll talk through what happened, when it happened, your current contraception, and whether the morning-after pill or copper IUD may be suitable. The aim is to help you understand your options quickly and leave protected.
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We check timing first
We discuss when unprotected sex, a missed pill, condom break, or contraceptive failure happened so we can understand which emergency contraception options may still be appropriate.
02
We review your contraception history
We talk through your current method, missed tablets, injection timing, cycle pattern, medical history, medication use, and any pregnancy concerns.
03
We discuss the available options
Depending on timing and suitability, we may discuss the morning-after pill, Plan B-type emergency contraception, or a copper IUD as an emergency contraception option.
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We decide on the next step
Your next step may be taking an emergency contraceptive pill, inserting a Copper T, arranging follow-up, or choosing an ongoing contraception method.
APPOINTMENT DETAILS
Before Your Emergency Contraception Visit
VISIT TYPE
Emergency contraception consultation
For time-sensitive advice when you have uncertainty about your pregnancy risk.
TIMING
Book as soon as possible
Your emergency contraception options depend on time, so contact us as soon as you can.
PRICE
Ask for current pill pricing
Pricing differs depending on the pill type and whether follow-up or review is required.
MEDICAL AID
We can claim from your medical aid
Consultations may be submitted to your medical aid, depending on your plan and benefits.
SUITABILITY & SAFETY
Choosing the Safest Plan B Option
Your Plan B choice needs to be appropriate for your situation. Your consultation gives us a chance to check what is suitable, whether an emergency pill or Copper T should be discussed, and what follow-up or ongoing contraception may be needed.
If you are unsure what emergency contraception option right for you, contact us to speak with our nurse before booking your appointment.
What affects your emergency contraception choice
Timing window
How much time has passed helps guide which options may still be appropriate.
Pregnancy and cycle timing
Your last period, cycle timing and pregnancy risk may affect the advice given.
Ongoing contraception needs
We can also discuss whether you need a longer-term contraceptive plan after the immediate concern has been addressed.
OTHER CONTRACEPTIVE OPTIONS
Compare Other Birth Control Methods
Emergency contraception is for a specific situation. If you also want a longer-term plan, you can compare other birth control methods and choose what to discuss next.
Short-Term
Birth Control Pills (The Pill)
Learn about the pill options, including the combined pill and the mini pill.
Short-Term
The Birth Control Patch
Learn about the birth control patch in South Africa and how it works.
Learn About the Patch →
Medium-Term
Contraceptive Injections
Learn about the injection options, including the two or three month injection.
Learn About Injections →
Long-Term
The Implantable Contraceptive
Learn about how the implant in the arm works for long-term birth control.
Learn About Implants →
Long-Term
The Intrauterine Decvice (IUD)
Learn about the IUD options, including hormonal IUD and copper T.
HELPFUL GUIDES
Some of Our Must-Read Articles on Emergency Contraception
Explore evidence-based articles on the morning-after pill, Plan B-type emergency contraception, Copper IUD options, timing, cost, and what to consider after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
