Caregiving
Family Planning / Birth Control
Definition
Why is this a separate card instead of being a component of self-care or medical? Because the woman should not be the she-fault cardholder, meaning either of you can claim this card. If having a baby is not on you and your partner’s agenda, this cardholder will research contraception options, which may include buying condoms, the pill, an IUD, or scheduling a vasectomy. (Not sure if being too tired to have sex at all is considered a form of birth control? Ask around.)
On the other hand, if you are hoping to grow your family, this cardholder might schedule a preconception check-up, start tracking cycles, research fertility apps, or look into prenatal vitamins and lifestyle adjustments that support conception. They may also explore options for fertility support or talk through timelines and next steps with your partner.
Conception
Planning for a baby or birth control is needed
Planning
- Researching options (vasectomy, pill/IUD, condoms, etc.)
- Research options (fertility apps, prenatal vitamins, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)
- Scheduling doctor appointment(s), if applicable
Execution
- Implementing plan
Minimum Standard of Care
Are you protected from getting pregnant? / Do you feel prepared to start trying to have a baby?