Sandyford provides Coils and Implants along with a range of other contraception.

Booking an Appointment at Sandyford

All of our contraception appointments are available to book online. Appointments are usually added on a weekly basis. We recommend checking as often as you are able to look for an available appointment.

If you do not have access to online booking you can call 01412118130. Please note our staff are happy to help but do not have any additional appointments available.

Only patients who live within NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde area and in G69 & G33 (due to a health board agreement) can be seen at Sandyford for contraception (coils/implants/pills).

Where else can I get contraception

Many GP practices and local Chemists offer some Contraception services.

To help more people access contraception more easily. You can now get an initial 3-month supply of the progestogen-only pill as well as emergency contraception at Chemists in Scotland. Read further information on NHS Inform

Free Condoms are also available in over 300 outlets across Glasgow and Clyde. You do not need an appointment. Have a look at the Find an Outlet to find the best place for you.

What contraception is right for me?

If you are within one year of childbirth or abortion, are a Young Person under 18 or feel in any way vulnerable, please call on 01412118130 to discuss your options.

To help you choose the right contraception please watch the video below, which explains the different methods of contraception which are available. You can also look at the contraceptive options tool below and further information can also be found on the NHS Inform website.

If you choose a coil or implant, you may be able to get these in your GP practice. If not, appointments can be booked online.

If you choose a contraception tablet or injection, this will be available at your GP practice or by making an appointment with a nurse at Sandyford online.

To help more people access contraception more easily. You can now get an initial 3-month supply of the progestogen-only pill as well as emergency contraception at Chemists in Scotland.

Contraception Information in Community Languages

We have information available for you if English is not your spoken language.

Contraception at Sandyford

Different Types of Contraception

Starting Contraception After Having a Baby

What happens at the clinic?

Intrauterine contraception (coils)

Contraceptive Implant

Contraceptive injection

Vasectomy

More information

Further resources:

Information about contraception after you've had a baby

There are many very effective and safe methods of contraception that are ideal for people who have just had a baby. You can find out more about your options here.

Contraception after having a baby

Emergency Contraception

If you require emergency contraception the sooner you act after having unprotected sex, the better.

Emergency Contraception

Frequently asked questions:

I don't know what type of contraception to choose

There is a wide range of options available. To choose the right contraception for you please watch the video above, which explains the different methods of contraception which are available.

You can also look at the I want to explore my contraceptive contraceptive options tool above.

Further information can also be found on the NHS Inform website.

What types of contraception do Sandyford provide?

We offer a wide range of contraceptive choices including:

Hormonal intrauterine coils
Non-hormonal intrauterine coils
Progestogen-only Implant
Injection
Combined hormonal pill
Progestogen only pill
Combined hormonal Patch
Combined hormonal Vaginal Ring
Emergency contraception
Male & Female Condoms
Diaphragm
Vasectomy

You can find out more about each of these methods of contraception on the NHS Inform website.

Are Sandyford clinics the only place I can access contraception?

Contraception is free for all in the UK through the NHS. Places where you can get contraception include:

you can pick up free condoms discreetly and confidentially in over 300 venues across NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
most GP surgeries – talk to your GP or practice nurse
Your local chemists may also be able to support your contraception needs.
our young people's service provide contraception to people aged 17 and under

The NHS Inform website has more information on where you can get contraception.

How do I book an appointment

All of our contraception appointments are available to book online this generally works well and suits most of our patients.

Appointments are generally added on a weekly basis when we can see what our staffing levels are. This is to avoid patients booking appointments that then have to be cancelled which is very frustrating for patients and staff.

We recommend checking as often as you are able to look for an available appointment.

If you do not have access to online booking you can call 01412118130.

Please note our staff are happy to help but do not have any additional appointments available.

Manage your sexual health online

Book, reschedule & cancel appointments online using our new system.

Please try to book an appointment online in the first instance. If you are having any issues with our online booking system, please phone 0141 211 8130.

Online Booking

What to Expect at Sandyford

All the information you need about your visit to Sandyford. Before, during and after the appointment.

Please ensure that you arrive at Sandyford around 10 minutes before your appointment is due to start. This is so that you can register before you attend your appointment.

What To Expect at Sandyford