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==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ||
[[File:Swedishcondoms.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Swedish condoms | [[File:Swedishcondoms.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Swedish condoms''']] | ||
'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here]. | '''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here]. | ||
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Tip: If you're traveling in Sweden and run out of birth control, go to Mamma Mia's (http://www.mamamia.se/mama-mia-city). One user reported that three places turned her down before she was directed to them. They have a walk-in clinic where you can meet with a doctor who will prescribe birth control for you. | Tip: If you're traveling in Sweden and run out of birth control, go to Mamma Mia's (http://www.mamamia.se/mama-mia-city). One user reported that three places turned her down before she was directed to them. They have a walk-in clinic where you can meet with a doctor who will prescribe birth control for you. | ||
* If you want an IUD, you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | * If you want '''condoms''', a local says: "You can find them everywhere - supermarket, pharmacy, 7eleven etc. You can also get free condoms and description for birth control, tests for std/pregnancy and abortion at ungdomsmottagningen (youth sexual center) If youre under 25 years old" | ||
* If you want the contraceptive implant, you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | * If you want an '''IUD''', you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | ||
* If you want the contraceptive shot, you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | * If you want the '''contraceptive implant''', you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | ||
* If you want the '''contraceptive shot''', you can get it at Mamma. It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | |||
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