Contraception

Which method of contraception suits you best?

Are you looking for contraception but not sure which method to choose?  There are many types to choose from, e.g. the pill, an IUD (coil), an implant or hormonal injection.  We are happy to discuss the various pros and cons of each method in our clinic.  We can also discuss this when you are here for an abortion.  You don’t have to decide on the spot; you can take your time to think it over and contact us for a follow up appointment.  We have the IUD and other birth control methods available in our clinic.

Would you like information on which contraceptive is best for you?  Call us for an appointment and we can discuss which method is best for you.

Costs

You can sometimes claim for birth control on your insurance.  You can check with your insurance company whether this is the case for you.  However, quite often you will not be able to make a claim.  In that case, you will have to pay for the IUD or implant, including the actual placement and check-up after four weeks.  If you would like to get an idea of the costs, just give us a call.

With the copper IUD your monthly period may sometimes be a little heavier than usual.  The copper IUD works for 5 to 10 years but you can, of course, have it taken out earlier.

The hormonal IUD contain fewer hormones than, for example, those in the pill.  It may make your periods lighter and for some women, they stop altogether.  This is nothing to worry about and is not bad for your body.  Hormonal IUD’s work for five to eight years but can always be taken out earlier.

If properly fitted, you don’t feel the IUD.  You may feel the little strings of the IUD deep in your vagina.  Some men may feel these with their penis during sex.  The IUD does not cause you any pain during sex.  You should have no problems with this method.  Your body may need to get used to the IUD and, after having the IUD fitted, you may experience some abdominal cramps.

Would you like more information about contraception? www.anticonceptie.nl

For more information on contraception in other languages go to www.zanzu.nl

After the implant is fitted, you might feel a little bit bruised the next day.  This feeling will disappear after a few days.

The implant prevents pregnancy and is effective for two to three years.  You can of course have it removed earlier.  The removal will leave a very small scar on the inside of your upper arm.

Would you like more information about contraception? www.anticonceptie.nl

For more information on contraception in other languages go to: www.zanzu.nl

The morning-after pill Levonorgestrel can be taken up to 72 hours (three days) after unprotected sex.  The morning-after pill ellaOne can be taken up to 120 hours (five days) after.  They unfortunately do not always have the desired effect, still resulting in a pregnancy.

More reliable is the morning-after IUD.  We can fit this in our clinic.  This is the normal (copper) IUD which can be fitted up to 120 hours (five days) after unprotected sex.  You can leave the IUD in for between five and 10 years which will give you protection against pregnancy or you can have it removed after you have had your period.

Call us for an appointment to fit an emergency IUD on 020-787 13 77.

Would you like more information about contraception? www.anticonceptie.nl

For more information on contraception in other languages go to www.zanzu.nl

Where to find us and contact details

Kliniek Epione is based in Amsterdam Zuid-Oost in the AHTC building, Tower B on the 6th floor (also known as the Ada-building).  We are easily accessible by car as well as by public transport.

Unfortunately you can’t park at our location. There is a parking garage nearby.