Hormonal IUD
Long-acting, reversible birth control that can make periods lighter for many patients.
- Remember it
- Every few years
- Hormones
- Yes
Contraception care · Libertyville, Illinois
Birth control that fits your life
Your health, comfort, periods, and future plans all matter. Dr. Yasir A. Mekki and the Alliance OB/GYN care team help you compare contraception options in Libertyville without pressure — and choose a method you feel confident using.
A quick way to begin
What matters most to you?
Select a priority to see which methods are often worth discussing. This is a conversation starter — not a medical recommendation.
Showing all commonly discussed options.
Copper IUD
A long-acting, reversible option for patients who want to avoid hormones.
- Remember it
- Every few years
- Hormones
- No
Arm implant
A small, flexible implant placed under the skin for long-acting pregnancy prevention.
- Remember it
- Every few years
- Hormones
- Yes
Pill, patch or ring
Short-acting options you manage on a daily, weekly, or monthly schedule.
- Remember it
- Regular schedule
- Hormones
- Yes
Birth control shot
An injection given on a repeating schedule for patients who prefer not to use a daily method.
- Remember it
- Every 3 months
- Hormones
- Yes
Barrier methods
Options used at the time of sex. Condoms also help reduce the risk of many STIs.
- Remember it
- Each time
- Hormones
- No
Thinking about a permanent option?
We can discuss sterilization if you are certain you do not want a future pregnancy.
Your visit
A decision you understand
You do not need to choose before your appointment. We will help you narrow the options together.
01 · Listen
Start with your priorities
Tell us what you want from birth control and what has — or has not — worked before.
02 · Compare
Review benefits and tradeoffs
We discuss safety, side effects, period changes, convenience, and future pregnancy plans.
03 · Choose
Make a plan together
Your Alliance OB/GYN provider helps you choose, start, place, or schedule the right option.
Helpful answers, kept simple
Which method is most effective?+
IUDs and the implant are among the most effective reversible methods because there is nothing to remember each day. The best choice still depends on your health and preferences.
Can birth control help with heavy or painful periods?+
Some hormonal methods may make periods lighter, more predictable, or less painful. Tell us which symptoms you want to improve so we can discuss appropriate options.
Can I get pregnant after stopping birth control?+
Most reversible methods are designed to allow pregnancy after they are stopped or removed, although the timing can vary by method and by person.
Do IUD or implant visits require a separate appointment?+
Sometimes. Placement, insurance verification, and preparation can vary. Our office will explain what is needed before your visit.
Let’s find an option that works for you
Bring your questions. Our care team will help you understand your choices and decide on a next step that fits your health and your life.