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Method discontinuation is common and should not be viewed as an endpoint but rather as a starting point for selecting the next contraceptive option. However, there is a limited understanding of what former contraceptive pill users seek after discontinuation.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      This study examined the decision-making process and experiences of former oral contraceptive users (\n                      <jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u200919) who transitioned to alternative methods in Germany. We conducted a reflexive thematic analysis.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We generated five key themes shaping post-pill contraceptive decisions: (1) prioritization of efficacy and pregnancy prevention, with permanent methods offering psychological relief; (2) reliance on familiarity, particularly with condoms, as a default choice; (3) strong preference for hormone-free options due to concerns over side effects and bodily autonomy; (4) embodied aversion to invasive procedures, such as IUD insertion or complex surgeries; and (5) a growing emphasis on shared responsibility and gender equality in contraception, with calls for greater male involvement and accessible non-hormonal alternatives. 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