What is a contraceptive ring?
A Contraceptive ring is a contraceptive that you insert into your vagina yourself every 3 weeks. Like the birth control pill, this flexible plastic ring contains hormones (estrogen and progestogen) that keep an egg from being released from your ovaries, protecting you from pregnancy. You wear the birth control ring for three weeks, after which you have a ring-free week. During that week, you get your period.
- You cannot use an Contraceptive ring if you are breastfeeding.
- You can steer a little bit with it when you have your period.
- You shouldn’t mind having to insert the ring into your vagina yourself.
The cost of a Contraceptive ring is approximately €200.00 per year. You can read more about the cost of contraception on our fees page.
The birth control ring is a flexible plastic ring that you insert yourself into your vagina. The ring releases hormones (estrogen and progestogen), protecting you from pregnancy. When used properly, the ring is more than 99% reliable. You wear the contraceptive ring for three weeks, after which you take a ring-free week.
Using the contraceptive ring may be a good choice for you if you:
- Not breastfeeding.
- Don't want or can't think about contraception every day.
- Don't mind inserting the ring into the vagina yourself.
- Want to influence your monthly bleeding (ability to shift).
Unsure about a birth control ring? Make an appointment for the contraceptive consultation hour. The midwife will then work with you to see which method of contraception is best for you.