PREPARING FOR
YOUR GP
APPOINTMENT
TALKING TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT BIRTH CONTROL
Your needs and preferences for a specific birth control method can change over time, making it important to have frequent conversations with your doctor. This website helps you gather the information and questions you need for an informed discussion with your doctor.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
It’s a good idea to prepare for your visit ahead of time so that you can get the most out of your appointment.
1. TOPICS TO THINK ABOUT
Do you find it hard remembering your birth control every day?
Do you plan to get pregnant within the next year?
What would it mean for you to get pregnant right now?
Do hormones in birth control work for you?
Do you want shorter and lighter bleeding?
Are there any methods you’d like to discuss further?
2. CONVERSATION GUIDE
Fill in this form and get ready for an informed discussion about birth control with your doctor or nurse. You can screenshot this form, print, save or share it via email. None of this will be shared with anyone, unless you decide to do so.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE VISIT
BE HONEST AND UPFRONT
Do you find it hard remembering your birth control every day?
BE FOCUSED AND SPECIFIC
Bring your filled in conversation guide with your burning questions and stick to the topics that are on your mind.
KEEP AN OPEN MIND
Your doctor and nurse are there to help you, so try to take their opinion into consideration.
PREPARING FOR YOUR GP APPOINTMENT
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT
Find a clinic & book your GP appointment.