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Here are some of the most common types of contraception to prevent teenage pregnancy. Intrauterine Device (IUD) An IUD is a small, plastic device placed inside the uterus by a doctor or health care provider. An IUD stays in the uterus for years at a time; some for three years, others for more than 10 years before they expire and need to be changed. The time period varies depending on the form of the IUD being used. IUDs are one of the most effective kinds of contraceptives ; more than 99 percent of women who use this method in a year never get pregnant. This may be because it’s not a pill that has to be taken every day (which can lead to accidentally skipping pills)

IUDs are more than 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy.

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Chapter 1: Pregnancy Prevention