Your Reproductive Freedom
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Key Points
- Think about whether you would like to become pregnant in the next year
- Answers can be Yes, No, Unsure, or Okay Either Way
- Boulder can help you no matter your answer
Recovery and Pregnancy
Most people using opioids prefer to delay becoming pregnant until their recovery is stable (strong). Still, people often do become pregnant when they didn't want to be.
When people are actively using substances, they need to put plans in place ahead of time if they don’t want to become pregnant.
We want you to be successful with whatever decision you make about pregnancy, and feel that you have control over your body.
If you don’t want to become pregnant or are unsure
We will help find the best birth control that can work for you. If you’re unsure, we’d like to help you with birth control until you know.
If you want to become pregnant or are okay either way
We will help you with a plan for a safe pregnancy. You won’t need to change your medication from us during pregnancy.
Taking buprenorphine/naloxone will not hurt a pregnancy or child.
If you become pregnant and don’t want to be
Sometimes unexpected pregnancies happen, yet people may not be ready at this point in their life to be a parent. Contact us so we can help you.
No matter what...
We want you to be with a partner you feel safe with. And we recommend condom use to prevent HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), other infections, and unintended pregnancy. Boulder is here to discuss your options.
Summary
When—or if—you become pregnant is your choice. We are here to help you make that choice work.
Action Steps
- Think about whether you’d like to become pregnant in the next year
- Talk over your choice with your Care Team so we can help
- Use a condom during sex to prevent getting infections
- If you become pregnant and don’t want to be, contact us right away for help
Resources and References
- Planned Parenthood: Birth Control Methods & Options | Types of Birth Control
- Planned Parenthood: Abortion Information | Information About Your Options
- Bedsider: Bedsider Birth Control Support Network
- Bedsider: Pregnancy Options Abortion
Questions, concerns, or feedback?
You can send a message to your Care Team in the app with non-urgent questions or feedback, or call us at 888-316-0451.