Plan B is NOT intended to be a form of birth control. Plan B is 85% effective, when taken within 3-5 days of unprotected sex.




Plan B 'delays' ovulation and by taking Plan B too often, you WILL INCREASE your chances of getting pregnant. It's difficult to say "when" that can happen, but it can happen. Our providers opinion is that taking Plan B more than 2-3 times a month could put you at a higher risk of unintended pregnancy.




There are many methods available that are more reliable than Plan B. If you're concerned about cost, we have programs that will help with that too. Please stop by and visit with our counselors about what you can do to reduce your risk of unplanned pregnancy. We're here to help!

YES...you definitely want to take another Plan B! The Plan B you took on Thursday only covered the "past" 5 days.

Plan B is 85% effective, a more reliable way to prevent unintended pregnancy would be to start a birth control method and we can help! There are programs available that will help with the cost of birth control as well. We're open Monday - Friday from 8:00-5:30 and have a Teen Walk In Clinic every Wednesday from 2:00-5:00.

Plan B does not 'stay' effective. Plan B is intended to reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy, after unprotected sex, for the PAST five (5) days. If you had unprotected sex after taking Plan B, you should take another dose.




We can help you with a more reliable form of birth control. If you're interested, stop by or call for information on how you can qualify to have these costs covered and how to get started. we're here to help!

At Family Planning, the charge for Plan B is $30. However, there are programs that will help women with the cost of Plan B. You may also qualify for our sliding fee scale, which means your cost is based on your ability to pay.




To see if you qualify, bring a photo ID and your most recent pay stubs and we'll do the rest!

YES! Any time there is gential (skin-to-skin) contact there is a risk of infection. Condoms are recommended anytime you have genital contact and/or intercourse.




Family Planning offers STD/HIV testing. Our services are ALWAYS confidential and knowing your status will give you peace of mind. We are open Monday-Friday 8:00-5:30 and have a Teen Walk In Clinic every Wednesday from 2:00-5:00.

We're not quite sure what your question is. However, if it is "how can you find out if you are carrying a girl" then you can often find out during your ultrasounds when you visit your doctor. If that's not quite what the question is, please send it again. Thanks! Sorry we couldn't help!

"Precum" can contain sperm, so yes. Anytime you have unprotected sex, regardless of how far a man enters the vagina, sperm can be released and you can get pregnant. If you are sexually active or thinking about becoming sexually active, we can help you protect yourself from unintended pregnancy and STD/HIV infections. We have programs that cover the cost of the exam and your birth control method. All service provided at Family Planning are strictly confidential. You can also see your family doctor.
We have a "Teen Walk In Clinic" every Wednesday from 2:00-5:00 to help! Stop by...we're here for you!

Plan B can cause irregular bleeding or could cause you not to have a period. Plan B is 89% effective if taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex. The effectiveness is 85% if taken between days 4-5. There is always a chance you can be pregnant...even if you take Plan B. You can come in at anytime for a pregnancy test to be sure. If you have concerns, please call or come in and talk to one of our counselors or see your family doctor. You can get more information about Plan B from their website at www.planbonestep.com

You can get pregnant anytime you engage in unprotected sex, even if you take Plan B. Plan B is intended to delay ovulation for up to 5 days. Irregular bleeding after taking Plan B is not uncommon. However, there are other things that can cause irregular bleeding such as infection and of course, pregnancy. If you are concerned that you may be pregnant or your symptoms continue, we would suggest that you be seen by a healthcare provider. Our office is open Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:30. You can get more information about Plan B at www.planbonestep.com

Family Planning offers ALL services based on the client's ability to pay. We also have programs that could cover the complete cost of your birth control. The maximum cost to you, for birth control "pills", would be $17/per month...but could also be NO CHARGE! Call or come in for more information. We have a "Walk In" clinic, every Wednesday, from 2:00-5:00. Stop by we're here to help!

This is a great question and even a better idea!! However, we did try to research this for you and weren't able to find where you would actually be able to rent/purchase a mechanical baby. You may want to try to contact one of the local high schools, speak to the health educator or counselor. They may have some resources that could get you started.

Unfortunately, we don't have alot of information on this topic. We would encourage you to go online and search under "sperm banks". You will find several in the Seattle area. They have toll free numbers that you can call and get answers to your questions.

No, because every woman's anatomy is different. You might find some great information on this site www.ourbodiesourblog.org/blog/2008/12/the-hymen-breaking-the-myths If you still have questions, please come in and visit with one of our counselors or providers for more information.

There are many reasons why a woman cannot get pregnant. The average healthy American couple spend approximately 12 months trying to get pregnant. There are health concerns that could cause infertility problems, like STDs or low sperm counts, etc. If you have concerns about why 'you' cannot get pregnant, you may want to check with your family doctor or make an appointment with one of our providers to answer any questions. Remember, it's very important to make sure you're 'healthy' before trying to get pregnant.

Family Planning offers ALL services based on the client's ability to pay. We also have programs that could cover the complete cost of your birth control. The maximum cost to you, for birth control "pills", would be $17/per month...but could also be NO CHARGE! Call or come in for more information. We have a "Walk In" clinic, every Wednesday, from 2:00-5:00. Stop by we're here to help!

All services provided here are strictly confidential. You will not be contacted by phone or mail without your written permission. You do not need to use your parents insurance. We have a program called "Take Charge" which will cover the cost of your exam and your birth control. To get started you will need a photo ID and a social security number. If you have access to your birth certificate that is helpful as well. You can call at 7:45 for a same day appointment OR you can come to the "Teen Walk In Clinic" any Wednesday afternoon from 2:00-5:00. Please call us if you have any other questions...we're here to help!

Commonly, sperm can survive up to 10 days. However, if you are interested in Plan B after unprotected sex, then you must take the Plan B within 3-5 days of intercourse.

There's is always a possibility of pregnancy with unprotected sex. If you are concerned that you may be pregnant, you can come in for a pregnancy test. If the unprotected sex happened within the last 5 days, Plan B can help prevent prevent pregnancy. If you think you're late or have missed a period, we offer pregnancy testing on a "walk-in" basis. We are here to help answer any questions.

Any contact between two people where genital blody fluid is exchanged can put you at risk for pregnancy and STD/HIV infection. If you are sexually active, it's improtant that you use birth control and to protect yourself fromSTD/HIV infection use a condom. If you ready to start birth control or are concerned you may be pregnant, please call us or your family doctor. We are here to help!

Our clinic does not perform abortions and to our knowledge there are no clinics in Wenatche that do. After a confirmed 'positive' pregnancy test, we offer “Pregnancy Options Counseling". This includes a discussion on the options available to you, including parenting, adoption & foster care. Should you decide to terminate the pregnancy, we can give you a list of clinics that provide this service, as well as information about the procedure, how to manage the cost, what to do before and after. For more information you can also visit www.plannedparenthood.org

All services provided here are strictly confidential. You will not be contacted by phone or mail without your written permission. You do not need to use your parents insurance. We have a program called "Take Charge" which will cover the cost of your exam and your birth control. To get started you will need a photo ID and a social security number. If you have access to your birth certificate that is helpful as well.
You can call at 7:45 for a same day appointment OR you can come to the "Teen Walk In Clinic" any Wednesday afternoon from 2:00-5:00. Please call us if you have any other questions...we're here to help!

Yes, there is a charge for a pregnancy test. However, all services provided at Family Planning are based on the clients ability to pay. You may qualify to have services provided to you at no charge, based on your ability to pay. Our Business Office staff can tell you what to expect your cost to be.
Family Planning DOES NOT REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE BASED ON THEIR INABILITY TO PAY.
If you think you're pregnant, please come in and see us...we can help!

For many women, this is very normal. If you feel like you are having 'excessive' discharge, meaning that you go through a pad or have to wear a tampon, before you start to actually 'bleed' you may want to come in and see one of our providers or your family doctor. For more information about your period, visit: kidshealth.org/teen/sexual health/girls/menstruation.html

You have not lost your virginity, until you have had sexual intercourse. The hymen ('cherry') can be torn ('popped') in several different ways that don't have anything to do with intercourse. If the hymen does tear durning sexual intercourse or other physical activity, it can bleed, but that doesn't always happen. If you still have questions, here's a website that might help! You can also come in and visit with one of our providers if you have concerns. www.ourbodiesourblog.org/blog/2008/12/the-hymen-breaking-the-myths

Yes, Plan B is not available to any person that is 17 years or older without any prescription at any pharmacy. If you are 17 and younger than the female needs to come in and get the pill. The prices range from $30.00 –$ 60.00. We offer Plan B for $30.00 and it is the most affordable price in town.

No, Under a Federal Law HIPPA, all services are confidential, we also offer programs that help you pay for your visit that will keep you from using your parents insurance. We always encourage out teens and clients to get their parent involved in their life and decisions that they make in life, but we will always honor your request.

NO, NO, NO, NO, NOOOO, we test Men by asking for a urine sample, just pee in a cup. We also offer a rapid HIV test that collects a small mouth swab and will provide results in 20 Minutes. Come in and see how easy testing is at Family Planning.

No, by using 2 condoms you will actually increase the risk for the condom to fail and increase the risk for pregnancy. All you need is 1 condom, make sure the condom is not expired and that you use water base lube. Learn how to use a condom before having sex, remember practice makes perfect.

Yes, oral sex is sex and can transmit STI’s (sexually transmitted infections) just like having vaginal or anal sex.

No, Vasectomy is a small in office procedure that prevents a man from getting a girl pregnant by removing a section of the tubes that carry the sperm. Castration is actually removing the testicles from a male.

Sperm can be found up to 10 days after having intercourse and can still get a girl pregnant.

Yes, pre cum can carry sperm and get a girl pregnant, remember all it takes is One great swimmer that gets to that egg.

Yes, any time we choose not to use Birth Control we have the ability to get pregnant.

No. Plan B a higher dose of birth control that intends to prevent ovulation not, to stop a pregnancy like “RU48” the actual Abortion pill.

This depends on how quickly they are diagnosed with HIV after getting the infection, when they start treatment, how they react to the treatment, and what, if any, complications they get related to HIV.

You usually don’t know if they don’t tell you or if they don’t know because they have not been tested. The only way to know is to get tested.

The woman should consider taking Plan B, if appropriate, as soon as possible. It is best to take it within 72 hours of intercourse, but may be effective at preventing an unintended pregnancy up to five days later.

They are an over-the-counter product with no age restrictions.

Yes- if there was a miscarriage; shortly after the end of a pregnancy; if you did not interpret the test correctly or read it at the right time; if you were on fertility drugs; or have certain rare medical conditions.

It is more likely during the days around ovulation. Remember, it is extremely difficult to predict ovulation.

Yes, most definitely! Every woman’s cycle may vary each month. There is no safe time!

Very unlikely, if the pills are taken correctly and on time, and the condom is used correctly and does not break. This combination method is preferred by some women who really do not want to get pregnant, as no one birth control method is 100% effective. This method is also effective at reducing STD/HIV risk.

Nothing happens to prevent a pregnancy. Nausea may occur. Plan B only may work for women.

There may be no or minor discomfort and little or no bleeding. Rarely, the hymen may be so thick that intercourse may not be possible without significant pain and/or bleeding and the woman should consult with her medical provider. In every case if the sexual activity is really hurting, it should be stopped. When one partner proceeds even though the other said stop, it can be considered date rape.

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