Private Emergency Contraception in Solihull

Emergency contraception can be used following unprotected sex or when your usual contraception may have failed and you want to reduce the risk of an unintended pregnancy.

This may include:

• Sex without contraception
• A condom splitting, leaking or coming off
• Missing contraceptive pills
• Starting a contraceptive method late
• Problems with another method of contraception
• Vomiting or diarrhoea that may have affected your contraceptive pill
• Taking medication that may interfere with your contraception
• Any other occasion where you are concerned that you may be at risk of pregnancy

Emergency contraception is time-sensitive, so please contact MUMS as soon as possible.

Appointments are available with MUMS female GPs and Consultant Gynaecologists, including:

• Dr Nimah Bholah 
• Dr Denise Williams 
• Miss Poonam Pradhan – Consultant Gynaecologist
• Miss Natalie Woodhead – Consultant Gynaecologist

What Types of Emergency Contraception Are Available?

There are two main options:

• Emergency contraceptive pill – often called the morning-after pill
• Emergency Copper IUD – also known as the emergency coil

The most appropriate option depends on several factors, including when unprotected sex occurred, where you are in your menstrual cycle, any contraception you are already using, medication you take and your medical history.

Your doctor will discuss these with you during your consultation and advise you on the most appropriate option.

Emergency Contraceptive Pill – Morning-After Pill

There are different types of oral emergency contraception.

Depending on the medication and your individual circumstances, an emergency contraceptive pill can be used within 3 days (72 hours) or 5 days (120 hours) following unprotected sex.

The sooner you contact us, the more options may be available to you.

Emergency contraceptive pills work mainly by preventing or delaying ovulation. They do not terminate an established pregnancy.

Certain medications and medical circumstances can affect which emergency contraceptive pill is suitable or how effective it may be. Your doctor will therefore take a brief medical and medication history before prescribing.

How Much Does the Morning-After Pill Cost?

Emergency Contraception Consultation – £120

Where an emergency contraceptive pill is clinically appropriate, the prescription is provided as part of your consultation with no additional MUMS prescription charge.

Your doctor will explain how and when to take the medication and what you need to do afterwards.

Are There Side Effects?

Some people experience temporary side effects following oral emergency contraception, which may include:

• Feeling sick
• Headache
• Abdominal or period-like discomfort
• Tiredness
• Changes to the timing of your next period

Your next period may come slightly earlier or later than expected.

Your doctor will explain what to expect, what to do if you vomit after taking the medication, and when a pregnancy test or further medical advice may be recommended.

Emergency Copper IUD – Emergency Coil

The Copper IUD is the most effective method of emergency contraception and may be an option following unprotected sex.

Unlike the emergency contraceptive pill, the Copper IUD can also provide ongoing contraception after it has been fitted if you choose to keep it in place.

Whether an emergency Copper IUD can be fitted depends on the timing of unprotected sex, your menstrual cycle and your individual clinical circumstances.

Because timing is important, please contact MUMS as soon as possible so that our clinical team can assess whether this option is suitable for you.

Emergency Copper IUD Cost

Consultation – £120

Emergency Copper IUD Fit – £255

Total – £375

When you contact MUMS, we will arrange sufficient appointment time for both the consultation and, where appropriate, fitting of the Copper IUD.

Before proceeding, your doctor will explain the procedure, benefits, possible risks and what to expect afterwards.

For more information about Copper IUDs and other intrauterine contraception, please see our Intrauterine Contraception – IUD/Coil page.

Which Emergency Contraception Is Best for Me?

You do not need to decide which method you need before contacting MUMS.

Our doctor will assess your individual circumstances and discuss the options available to you.

This will include relevant questions about:

• When unprotected sex occurred
• The first day of your last period and your usual menstrual cycle
• Any contraception you currently use
• Any other episodes of unprotected sex during the current cycle
• Medication you take
• Relevant medical history

The doctor can then advise whether an emergency contraceptive pill or Copper IUD is the most appropriate option.

Confidential Emergency Contraception in Solihull

We understand that needing emergency contraception can be worrying and that you may want help quickly and discreetly.

MUMS provides a private, confidential and non-judgemental service.

Whether a condom has failed, pills have been missed, contraception has not been used or you are simply unsure whether you may be at risk of pregnancy, our team is here to help.

There is no GP referral required.

Book Emergency Contraception in Solihull

Please contact us as soon as possible following unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.

Emergency Contraception Consultation – £120

Emergency Copper IUD Consultation + Fit – £375

MUMS – Midlands Ultrasound & Medical Services
1 Park Avenue, Solihull, B91 3EJ

Ample free parking

Call 0121 704 2669 or send us an online enquiry and our team will respond as quickly as possible.