Contraception Clinic

A contraception clinic provides consultations for patients who want advice about preventing pregnancy, changing contraception, managing side effects, or reviewing their current contraceptive method. Your GP can discuss suitable options based on your medical history, symptoms, preferences and reproductive plans.

Yes. You do not need to know which contraception option you want before booking. Your GP can discuss hormonal and non-hormonal options, short-term and long-term methods, possible side effects, and which options may suit your health needs and preferences.

Yes. Contraception and sexual health consultations involve sensitive health information. Shire Family Medical handles patient information in accordance with privacy obligations, including the Australian Privacy Principles.

Some contraception options require a prescription, while others may not. Your GP can explain what is required for the option you are considering and whether a consultation, prescription, procedure or follow-up appointment is needed.

Yes. Emergency contraception can be prescribed by GPs at Shire Family Medical, where clinically appropriate. If you need emergency contraception, it is important to seek advice as soon as possible, as some options are time-sensitive.

Emergency contraception may be considered after unprotected sex, missed contraception, condom breakage, or concern that your usual contraception may not have worked as intended. Your GP can discuss timing, suitability and follow-up care.

Implanon is a contraceptive implant inserted under the skin of the upper arm by a trained doctor. It is a long-acting reversible contraceptive option and can be removed if required. Your GP can discuss whether it may be suitable for you.

Yes. Shire Family Medical provides consultations for Implanon insertion and removal with appropriately trained GPs. Reception can help you book with a suitable doctor for contraceptive implant services.

In many cases, yes. IUD insertion usually requires an initial consultation before a procedure appointment is arranged. Shire Family Medical has a dedicated IUD service for patients considering IUD insertion, removal or replacement.

Yes. If you are experiencing side effects, bleeding changes, mood changes, headaches, pain, or other concerns, your GP can review your current contraception and discuss alternative options.

Yes. If you prefer to avoid hormonal contraception or have been advised that hormonal contraception may not be suitable, your GP can discuss non-hormonal options including barrier methods and copper IUDs, with referral to the dedicated IUD service where appropriate.

Yes. Your GP can discuss contraception after pregnancy, including options that may be suitable while breastfeeding, after birth, or when planning future pregnancies. Suitability depends on your individual circumstances.

Yes. Contraception can still be relevant during perimenopause. Your GP can discuss contraception, bleeding changes, menopause symptoms, hormone therapy considerations, and whether referral for a dedicated IUD consultation may be appropriate.

Your GP may discuss options such as oral contraceptive pills, emergency contraception, contraceptive implants, IUDs, barrier methods, injectable contraception, natural fertility awareness methods, and permanent contraception options where relevant.

Yes. Your GP can provide advice about oral contraceptive pills, including starting the pill, changing pill types, reviewing side effects, missed pills, and whether the pill is suitable based on your medical history.

To book a contraception consultation, contact Shire Family Medical on 02 9545 1777. Reception can help you book with an appropriate GP depending on the service you need — including Implanon insertion or removal, IUD advice, emergency contraception, or a general contraception review.