Contraception Clinic finder Abortion services Pregnancy Planning Sexually transmitted infections Sex education Young people Domestic violence Pregnancy complications 24/7 help-line Contraception Information about the different types of contraception available and where to find them. Contraception Choices There are many types of contraception available and none are perfect. The Contraception Choices website provides honest information to help weigh up the pros and cons. Visit NHS – Contraception guide The NHS guide on getting and using contraception. Visit Sexwise Contraception Simple advice and information about Contraception STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Unplanned pregnancy Sexual wellbeing Planning a pregnancy Physical places where to get help Finding a clinic Visit Marie Stopes UK The leading provider of sexual and reproductive health in the UK, they specialise in abortion treatments, advice and support for women considering their pregnancy options. Visit Brook Sexual health and wellbeing for under 25s, information about Contraception Pregnancy STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Gender Abuse Wellbeing Visit Clinic finder Find the right clinic for you. NHS Choices The NHS website to find sexual health services according to location. Visit Abortion services 1 in 3 UK women will have an abortion by the time they are 45 years old. If you’re pregnant and considering abortion you are not alone. Abortion is available for free to those part of the NHS but can also be paid for privately. Here are some online resources to guide you through abortion, before and after. Marie Stopes UK The leading provider of sexual and reproductive health in the UK, they specialise in abortion treatments, advice and support for women considering their pregnancy options. In depth information about Abortion options Abortion aftercare Abortion and your rights Visit BPAS- British Pregnancy Advisory Service Abortion clinics, information, advice and treatment for before and after abortion. Visit NUPAS (National Unplanned Pregnancy Advisory Service) Abortion care and sexual health services available to you, as well as services around you. Visit NHS – Abortion Information about the medical side of abortion Visit Pregnancy Planning These links give advice on what to do before pregnancy to increase your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy. NHS Periods and fertility Information about the menstrual cycle and how to find your most fertile time of month. Visit Sexwise – Planning a pregnancy Information on Preparing for pregnancy- making sure you and your partner are as healthy as possible to increase your chances of getting pregnant Being pregnant or trying to get pregnant- information about healthy eating and lifestyle Getting pregnant- information on how conception (getting pregnant) happens, how to find your most fertile time and confirming you are pregnant Why it might take longer than expected to get pregnant Visit Tommy’s – Pregnancy information Provides free pregnancy health information to parents-to-be, information on Getting healthy to increase your chances of contraception Ovulation and how to figure out the most fertile time of the month to increase your chances of getting pregnant Fertility and causes of infertility Visit NHS – Planning your pregnancy How to prepare a healthy pregnancy, information on Folic acid Stopping smoking Cutting out alcohol Keeping a healthy weight Vaccinations and infections If you have a long-term condition Sickle cell disease and thalassaemia (inherent blood disorders) Visit Pregnancy complications Useful links on stillbirth, miscarriage, molar pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy and other pregnancy complications. Tommy’s- Pregnancy complications >> Premature birth A premature or preterm birth is one that is born before 37 weeks. Tommy’s- Premature birth Support and information on Treatment and reasons At risk of premature birth Giving birth to your premature baby Your baby’s time in hospital Visit NHS- Premature labour and birth Information on When to call your midwife or maternity unit If your waters have or haven’t broken If you’re in premature labour Risks of premature birth Twins and multiples premature birth Visit Stillbirth Typically defined as foetal death at or after 20 or 28 weeks of pregnancy. Sands – Stillbirth & neonatal death charity Sands supports anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby before, during or shortly after birth. Bereavement support is at the core of everything they do. Some of the services that they offer include a Helpline for parents, families, carers and health professionals UK-wide network of support groups with trained befrienders Online forum and message boards enabling bereaved families to connect with others Wide range of leaflets, books and other resources available online and in print Visit Tommy’s – Stillbirth information and support Information on Stillbirth symptoms and risks Having a post-mortem Grieving for your baby Visit NHS – Stillbirth Addresses the medical side of stillbirth, information on Causes Prevention Treatment Visit Miscarriage A miscarriage is the natural death of an embryo or foetus before it is able to survive independently. Miscarriage Association Information as well as forums where you can talk to people with similar experiences on miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancies Visit Tommy’s- Miscarriage and information Information on Symptoms of miscarriage What is a miscarriage If you think you are having a miscarriage Why miscarriages happen Visit NHS- Miscarriage Addresses the medical causes of miscarriage, information on Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Prevention Treatment Visit Molar pregnancy A molar pregnancy is a very rare complication of pregnancy. It occurs when something goes wrong during the initial fertilisation process and the placenta or the foetus do not develop properly. Tommy’s- Molar pregnancy information and support Information on Symptoms Factors that increase the risk Treatment Support The future after molar pregnancies Visit NHS- Molar pregnancy Information on Symptoms When to get medical help Treatment Post treatment care Post molar pregnancy information Visit Molar pregnancy Provides information and support to women who are currently, or have previously suffered from a molar pregnancy; it is also a support network for these women Visit Ectopic pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilised egg implants itself outside of the womb, usually in one of the fallopian tubes. It affects 1 in 80 pregnancies in the UK and can cause both physical and emotional trauma. Here are a few links and services about ectopic pregnancy that we hope you will find useful. The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust Support for people who have experienced ectopic pregnancies and for the people who care for them. Visit NHS- Ectopic pregnancy Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of ectopic pregnancies. Visit Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) STIs, previously referred to as STDs, are infections that are commonly spread by sexual activity. Many STIs do not cause symptoms initially. Here are a few useful links on STIs. Sexwise – STI information Simple advice and information about Contraception STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Unplanned pregnancy Sexual wellbeing Planning a pregnancy Physical places where to get help Finding a clinic Visit NHS- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Information on symptoms, when to go to a clinic and what to expect at a clinic. Visit Terrence Higgins Trust Advice about sexual health and HIV with Online services on counselling, advice, peer support and other useful links Phone or post services with HIV self test kits, HIV postal kits, chlamydia postal test kits, condoms by post and other useful services Help in your area with HIV testing, STI testing, sexual health information, free condoms and much more Visit Sex education Sex education helps people gain the information, skills, and motivation to make healthy decisions about sex and sexuality. Sex education covers issues relating to sexuality, emotional relations, sexual anatomy, sexual activity, sexual reproduction, age of consent, reproductive health, reproductive rights, safe sex, contraception and so on. Sexperience – Channel 4 Part of the Am I Normal project which is a new project from Channel 4 that aims to explore the meaning of ‘normal’, and whether anyone truly fits the label. Videos, insightful articles, and blogs about sexual education with no taboos. Visit Sex Etc A website aimed at young people, written by young people for easy to understand and access sex education. Visit Think You Know? Information about sex laws and consent. Visit NHS- Sex worth talking about Answers all questions about sex as well as how to talk to others around you about it in a normal way. Visit Young people Information specifically tailored to young people on sex, contraception, relationships, legislation regarding sex, and more. Sexperience – Channel 4 Part of the Am I Normal project which is a new project from Channel 4 that aims to explore the meaning of ‘normal’, and whether anyone truly fits the label. Videos, insightful articles, and blogs about sexual education with no taboos. Visit Sex Etc A website aimed at young people, written by young people for easy to understand and access sex education. Visit Think You Know? Information about sex laws and consent. Visit Brook Sexual health and wellbeing for under 25s, information about Contraception Pregnancy STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Gender Abuse Wellbeing Visit Childline Free and confidential help for young people, information on Friends, relationship and sex Bullying, abuse, safety and the law You and your body Your feelings Home and families School and work Visit Centre for Young Women’s Health Clear accessible information for young women about their sexual and mental health, as well as their hygiene and health in general. Visit Domestic violence Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. It includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse in romantic or sexual relationships, or between families. Women’s aid Information, advice and support for people experiencing physical, sexual or emotional abuse from partners or ex-partners. Visit Refuge Information, advice and support for men, women and children experiencing physical, sexual or emotional abuse from partners or ex-partners. Visit 24/7 anonymous help-line Samaritans Visit