Family Planning Plus

Drinking alcohol after unprotected sex does not prevent pregnancy, and yes, you could be pregnant.  You should have used Plan B after the unprotected sex.  Plan B can be used up to 120 hours (five days) after unprotected sex, though it is best if you use it within the first 24 hours after sex.

If you are 17 or older, you can purchase Plan B at most drug stores without a prescription. You need to ask the pharmacist for Plan B as it is located behind the counter. You may also need to show ID to prove your age. Plan B is around $50. If you are under 17, you will need a prescription from a doctor. You can also get Plan B from a Family Plannning or Planned Parenthood clinic. We offer Plan B at all of our clinics.

If you are a week or more late for your next period, take a pregnancy test. If it is negative, repeat the test every two weeks until you have a normal period or a positive test result.

Just in case you are pregnant, eat healthfully, start taking an over-the-counter prenatal vitamin, and avoid alcohol, street drugs, and tobacco. Alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause fetal alcohol syndrome so please, no more alcohol until you’ve determined that you are not pregnant.

If you are not pregnant, you may want to consider using a different method of birth control. Hormonal methods are very effective, and may work better for you. If you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment. We can talk with you about all of your birth control options and help you choose one that best fits your lifestyle. If you live further away, contact the Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office closest to you.

If you would like to continue to use condoms, please remember that they work best when they are used correctly and consistently. Here are some tips for correct condom use.

• Always check the expiration date to be sure it is not expired prior to use.
• Condoms should be stored at room temperature in a sharps free environment.
• Never use an oil-based lubricant with a latex condom. If you need additional lubricant, use a water-based type like KY Jelly or Astroglide.
• Pinch the tip of the condom between the thumb and forefinger while rolling it onto the erect penis to ensure that there is no air pocket in the tip of the condom. This prevents breakage during ejaculation.
• Smooth out the sides of the condom once it has been rolled on to ensure there are no air pockets in the sides of the condom.
• Hold onto the rim or base of the condom while removing the penis from the vagina to prevent it from slipping off inside the vagina during removal.
• Do not have any penis-vagina contact without a condom.