Family Planning Services at Medihub Family Medicine Clinic in Airdrie

At Medihub Family Medicine Clinic, we offer comprehensive family planning services to support you in making informed choices about your reproductive health. Our dedicated and compassionate team works closely with you to understand your personal health needs, lifestyle, and family goals, providing guidance and support to help you choose the best options for your future.

Family planning is an essential part of managing your reproductive health and achieving your personal goals for growing your family. Whether you’re planning to start a family, space out pregnancies, or are looking for long-term contraception options, our team at Medihub is here to guide you through every decision.

We provide a range of family planning services tailored to your needs, offering various birth control methods and support to ensure you can make the most informed choices about your health. We also provide advice on preconception care, making sure you’re physically ready for a healthy pregnancy when the time comes.

Contraceptive Options We Offer

We understand that every individual’s needs are different, and that’s why we offer a wide variety of birth control methods. Our healthcare team will work with you to choose the best option, based on your health, lifestyle, and future goals. Here are some of the family planning options we provide:

Hormonal Methods

These methods work by adjusting hormone levels in the body to prevent pregnancy. Some common options include:
  • Birth Control Pills: Taken daily, birth control pills contain hormones that regulate your menstrual cycle and prevent pregnancy.
  • Contraceptive Implants: Small devices inserted under the skin that release hormones, providing long-term birth control (up to 3 years).
  • Injections: Hormonal injections administered every 3 months to prevent pregnancy.
  • Patches and Vaginal Rings: These release hormones and are worn on the skin or inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy.
Hormonal methods are highly effective and convenient for many individuals. We’ll help you determine which is best suited for your needs.
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Barrier Methods

Barrier methods physically block sperm from reaching the egg. They include:
  • Condoms: A popular and effective method that also helps protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
  • Diaphragms and Cervical Caps: These are placed inside the vagina before intercourse to prevent sperm from entering the uterus.
Barrier methods are non-hormonal and offer additional protection against STIs.
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Emergency Contraception

For those times when regular birth control fails or unprotected sex occurs, emergency contraception can be a backup option. Available options include:
  • Copper IUDs: These can be inserted within 5 days after unprotected intercourse to help prevent pregnancy.
  • Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Available for use within 72 hours after unprotected sex, they provide an additional layer of protection.
Emergency contraception is an effective way to reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy.
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Natural Methods

Natural family planning involves tracking your fertility cycle to either prevent or plan pregnancies. This includes:
  • • Fertility Awareness Methods (FAM): By monitoring your menstrual cycle and recognizing your fertile days, you can use barrier methods or avoid intercourse on fertile days to prevent pregnancy
While natural methods do not involve hormones, they require careful tracking and discipline. We’re here to support you in learning these methods.
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Permanent Methods

  • Vasectomy: A surgical procedure for men that cuts or seals the tubes carrying sperm.
  • Tubal Ligation: A surgical procedure for women to block or cut the fallopian tubes, preventing pregnancy.
These methods are highly effective, but they should only be considered once you are confident in your decision.

Personalized Support for Every Stage of Life

Family planning is a lifelong journey, and our clinic offers support at every stage. Whether you're planning to start a family, managing your reproductive health, or seeking permanent birth control, we are here to guide you. We also provide specialized care for:
  • Preconception Counseling: For those planning to get pregnant, we offer advice on optimizing health and preparing for a healthy pregnancy.
  • Postpartum Care: After childbirth, we can assist with contraception and help you plan for the future.
  • Menopause and Perimenopause: As your body changes, we offer support for contraception and managing symptoms associated with menopause.
Our team’s goal is to ensure you receive compassionate care that aligns with your reproductive needs at any stage of life.