Women's Birth Control
Research Study

Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University are conducting a study on how people experience changes to their menstrual cycles after starting a new contraceptive method. The study is for adults ages 18–49 who have recently started using a new form of contraception.

Fast Facts

Started a new birth control method within the past 2 months

Women aged 18-49

Compensation
Up to $250

Conducted virtually and recruiting from Portland, OR / Seattle, WA / Sacramento, CA / Boise, ID

Additional Information

This study is being done to test a new questionnaire about changes in menstrual cycles while using contraception. Researchers hope to develop a better way to measure these changes for future clinical trials.

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Women aged 18- 49
  • Started a new birth control method within the past 2 months
  • Currently using a birth control method
  • Have daily access to a personal smartphone or similar internet-connected device
  • Able to read and understand English
  • Not currently using other hormonal treatments that affect reproductive hormones
  • The birth control method must be new to you (replacing/refilling the same method does not count)
  • Have not participated in an earlier phase of this study

If you qualify and choose to participate:

  • You will complete the pre-screening, consent, and enrollment process virtually.
  • You will answer questions electronically every day for 90 days using your personal phone or another device with internet access.
  • Daily questions will take about 2–10 minutes to complete.
  • Once each month, you will complete an additional set of questions that takes about 10–20 minutes.
  • You will need access to a device with a camera and keep your camera on during the virtual consent process.
  • A phone interview will be conducted as part of the screening process.

Participants may receive up to $250 for completing the study. 

There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.