Family Planning Services in Santa Barbara, CA
Whether you’re planning to start a family or exploring your contraceptive options, you need an OB-GYN team with the experience and compassion to support your reproductive health decisions. At Rashti Women's Care in Santa Barbara, CA, Dr. Pedram Rashti and our team help women take informed control over their reproductive futures — at every stage of life. Call today or request an appointment online to get started.
Request an AppointmentComprehensive Family Planning at Rashti Women’s Care
Family planning is deeply personal, and the right approach is different for everyone. At Rashti Women's Care, we offer individualized guidance whether you’re looking to prevent pregnancy, prepare for conception, or simply understand your options better. Our goal is to empower you with accurate information so you can make the decisions that are best for your life, health, and goals.
Preconception Counseling
If you’re thinking about starting a family, preconception counseling is an excellent first step. During a preconception visit, Dr. Rashti will review your medical history, assess your overall health, and discuss any factors that could affect your fertility or the health of a future pregnancy. Topics commonly covered include optimizing nutrition and starting prenatal vitamins, managing existing health conditions before pregnancy, understanding your menstrual cycle and ovulation timing, lifestyle factors that support fertility, and genetic screening considerations.
If you’ve been trying to conceive without success, our team can also provide an infertility evaluation to help identify any barriers and discuss your options.
Contraception and Birth Control Guidance
For women who are not ready to start a family, we offer thorough counseling on all available birth control options. From hormonal methods like the pill, patch, injection, and implant to long-acting reversible contraceptives (IUDs) and permanent options like tubal ligation, we’ll help you understand the differences and choose the method that fits your lifestyle and health.
Reproductive Health Throughout Life
Family planning doesn’t end with contraception or conception. Our team supports women through all phases of reproductive health, including pregnancy care and prenatal care, postpartum planning and birth spacing, management of conditions that affect fertility such as endometriosis, PCOS, and uterine fibroids, and the transition to menopause and beyond.
Whatever stage you’re at, Rashti Women's Care is here to provide the support and expertise you need. Call (805) 682-7109 or request an appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Family Planning
What is family planning?
Family planning refers to the range of services and guidance that help individuals and couples decide if, when, and how often to have children. It includes contraception counseling, preconception care, fertility evaluation, and reproductive health management throughout a woman’s life.
When should I start preconception counseling?
Ideally, preconception counseling should occur at least 3–6 months before you start trying to conceive. This allows enough time to address any health concerns, start prenatal vitamins, and optimize your readiness for pregnancy.
What birth control options are available at Rashti Women’s Care?
We offer counseling and management of all major contraceptive methods including oral contraceptives, hormonal patches and injections, implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and permanent surgical options. Visit our birth control page for detailed information.
Can conditions like PCOS or endometriosis affect my family planning?
Yes. Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and uterine fibroids can impact fertility and pregnancy. Dr. Rashti will assess your individual situation and discuss how any underlying conditions may affect your reproductive options.
What if I’ve been trying to conceive for several months without success?
If you’ve been trying to conceive for 12 months (or 6 months if you’re over 35) without success, it’s a good idea to schedule an infertility evaluation at Rashti Women's Care. Early evaluation can identify contributing factors and open the door to effective treatment.
Is it safe to switch birth control methods?
Yes, and it’s more common than you might think. Our team can help you transition from one method to another safely. We’ll review your health history and current goals to recommend the best alternative.
How do I schedule a family planning appointment?
Call Rashti Women's Care at (805) 682-7109 or use our online appointment request form. Whether you want to discuss contraception, preconception planning, or any other aspect of your reproductive health, we are here to help.