Contraception by post
Your choice of contraception. Prescribed online, delivered to your door.
Contraception from Fettle
If you know what kind of contraception you’re looking for you can select one from below:
How it works
Order online
Choose your contraception and tell us a bit about your health, allergies, any medication you take and your family history.
Review and prescribe
We might text you for more information before we can prescribe. Once our team have done your prescription, the pharmacy will have it dispatched within 1 working day.
Free discreet delivery
Delivery is included. Your order will be delivered in plain packaging by 1st Class post. We'll send you updates and a tracking code by text message.
Support & advice
Our expert clinicians are here to help with any questions or concerns. We will send you a text to remind you to reorder when your prescription is due to run out.
Our contraception
Contraception helps you control if and when you become pregnant. Many people find that hormonal contraception affects other things, such as their mood, their periods or their desire to have sex.
Try different methods to find what works best for you. Keep a record of how you feel and how each method affects your body and mind. Think about whether you want to use a hormonal or non-hormonal method, how often you want to take it, the side effects (good and less good) and the risks and benefits to your health.
It can take time to find the right type of contraception. We’re here to help.
Combined pill
Take 1 pill a day.
Can increase your risk of blood clots (thrombosis), breast cancer and cervical cancer.
Can make periods regular, lighter and less painful.
Common side effects: Mood changes, nausea, and breast tenderness.
91% effective with typical use.
Progestogen only pill
Take 1 pill a day.
Can stop your period, make it lighter or cause irregular bleeding throughout the month.
Common side effects: Spotty skin and changes to your mood or sex drive.
91% effective with typical use.
Contraceptive patch
Replace with a new patch every 7 days.
Can increase your risk of blood clots (thrombosis), breast cancer and cervical cancer.
Can make periods regular, lighter and less painful.
Common side effects: Mood changes, nausea, and breast tenderness.
91% effective with typical use.
Contraceptive ring
Leave ring in for 3 weeks (21 days).
Can increase your risk of blood clots (thrombosis), breast cancer and cervical cancer.
Can make periods regular, lighter and less painful.
Common side effects: Mood changes, nausea, and breast tenderness.
91% effective with typical use.
Contraceptive injection
Self-inject every 13 weeks.
Can reduce bone density over time, but this returns to usual levels once you stop using the injection.
Can make periods lighter, heavier, irregular or stop altogether.
Common side effects: Spotty skin, weight gain, or changes to your mood or sex drive.
94% with typical use.
Emergency contraception
Take 1 dose.
Next period may come earlier or be delayed.
Side effects are rare.
Effective up to 3 or 5 days after unprotected sex, depending on which type you use.
Other contraceptive options
We can't offer all contraceptives on Fettle as some require consultations or fitting in person.
Find out more about other contraceptive options and where you can get them.
Hormonal coil (IUS)
Small, T-shaped device inserted into your womb that releases progestogen.
Fitted at a clinic or GP surgery.
Lasts for 3 or 5 years.
Can make periods lighter, irregular or stop altogether.
Headaches, changes to skin or mood, breast tenderness.
99% effective.
Non-hormonal copper coil (IUD)
Small, T-shaped device inserted into your womb.
Fitted at a clinic or GP surgery.
Lasts for 5 or 10 years.
Can make periods heavier or more painful in first few months.
No hormonal side effects.
99% effective.
Contraceptive implant
Small plastic rod that sits under the skin and releases the hormone progestogen.
Fitted at a clinic or GP surgery.
Works for 3 years.
Can make periods lighter, irregular or stop completely.
Headaches, changes to skin or mood, breast tenderness.
Over 99% effective.
Condoms
The only type of contraception that can prevent pregnancy and protect against STIs.
Get them free at sexual health clinics. Or buy them from pharmacies and other shops.
Easy to put on yourself.
No side effects.
79-82% for typical use.
Contraceptive diaphragm or cap
A silicone dome that covers the cervix.
Visit a pharmacy or buy online.
Use it yourself before sex.
Won’t cause changes to your period.
Side effects are rare. Some people are allergic to the spermicide.
82% effective with typical use.
Choosing contraception
There are many types of contraception that can help you control if and when you become pregnant. Finding the right method for you can take some time. And you might end up trying a few different options.
Remember, the only way to protect against STIs is to use a condom when you have sex. Other types of contraception can prevent pregnancy but they won’t protect against STIs.
Things to think about when choosing contraception:
how effective are the different methods?
can you make contraception part of your daily routine, like taking a tablet every day?
would you prefer a method you don’t have to think about so often?
are you happy to use contraception that contains hormones?
what are your periods like, and how will contraception affect them?
do you want to get pregnant soon?
what are the longer term risks?
will it help you with other conditions, like PCOS or endometriosis?
You’ll also need to consider your medical history and any other medications you take, as some contraception won’t work well with certain other medications. Your age, weight and if you smoke can also affect which contraceptives are right for you. We’ll ask about all this when you order.
We have detailed information about each of the contraceptives we offer to help you make a choice. Choose a contraceptive method to find out more.
Can I be pregnant while on the pill?
The combined pill is more than 99% effective if taken perfectly and 91% effective if taken as most people take it, with some pills missed or taken late. So, a small percentage of people become pregnant while taking the pill.
How quickly will my order arrive?
All orders are sent by Royal Mail. They should arrive 2-3 days after being dispatched. We'll send you a text message when your order has been dispatched.
If your kit has not arrived 7 working days after you've had the dispatch text, contact us at info@fettle.health. Do not reorder - we cannot accept a new order while another is in process.
Contraception and medicine deliveries can be tracked. We'll send you the tracking information by text when we dispatch your order.
When you order emergency contraception, we'll let you know if we cannot deliver it in time for it to be effective and we'll help you find your nearest sexual health clinic or pharmacy.
Can I request a record of my previous contraception orders from Fettle?
Yes, once you have ordered contraception from Fettle, you can email info@fettle.health.
Can I track my order?
If you have ordered contraception or treatment from us, you’ll be sent a text with a tracking link for your delivery.
If you have ordered an STI test kit, this is not tracked. It is sent by Royal Mail 1st Class.
Do you need help with something else?
Find your local sexual health clinic.
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