10 Things a Diva Needs to Know

1. ALL birth control methods help you prevent unwanted pregnancies.
2. It is possible to get pregnant even the FIRST TIME you have sex.
3. It’s essential to start thinking about birth control even BEFORE you’ve had sex.
4. Birth control DOES NOT cause you to be infertile.
5. You can stop using your birth control ANYTIME you wish, and still become pregnant.
6. There is NO LINK between modern birth control methods and cancer.
7. The possible side effects of some birth control methods usually DECREASE as your body adjusts to the method.
8. Every method is a little DIFFERENT, so you can select the one that’s right for you.
9. It’s totally okay to try one birth control method and then SWITCH to another if you want.
10. You should always wear a CONDOM to protect against Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI), including HIV.

This information is brought to you by the Diva Centre supported by Marie Stopes and Blue Star.
You can meet other divas, have fun & learn more about birth control & preparing for the future you want!

Visit the Diva Centre for free consultations & services for girls ages 15-19. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:00 – 17:00. Find them in Mtendere, Africa Directions. For advice call 5600..