Adolescent Sexual and Menstrual Health Program
Sexual and menstrual health are critical aspects of human development. At Lifespan, we aim to help children, families, and young adults smoothly navigate the journey to maturity.
Our experts offer thorough education and guidance on topics related to puberty, menstrual (period) health, and sexual health, including the particular issues this life stage presents for children with special needs.
Make an Appointment
For New Patients
Call 401-444-4712 to make an appointment.
Check our new patient information page to learn what information is needed for your appointment.
For Current Patients
Call 401-444-5980 to make an appointment, or schedule an appointment online at MyLifespan
Providers: Refer a Patient
To refer a patient, please fax a referral to 401-444-3873.
Our clinicians provide patient-centered, developmentally-informed, and gender-inclusive, care to children, teens, and young adults during and after puberty. Our focus is on helping young people understand and feel more comfortable with their sexual health in order to support healthy decision-making. Our clinicians are specialty-trained in the needs of diverse populations, including young people with complex medical, developmental, or behavioral conditions.
Our Services
Among the services we offer:
- Evaluation and management of menstrual (period) concerns including:
- Irregular or absent periods
- Heavy and/or painful periods
- Prolonged periods
- Menstrual suppression (safely stopping periods)
- Contraceptive (birth control) care, including:
- Intrauterine devices (IUDs) – including placement with sedation, if needed
- The contraceptive implant (Nexplanon)
- Injectable contraception (DepoProvera)
- Birth control pills, patch, and ring
- Emergency contraception
- Evaluation and management of:
- Genital pain and irritation
- Vaginal discharge and/or odor
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Cervical cancer screening (“pap smear”)
- Sexually transmitted infection prevention counseling, testing, and treatment
- Pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV
- Hormonal management of acne and/or excessive hair growth
Our Philosophy
We are a patient-centered program. We listen carefully to what is important to you, make sure you understand all the options for care, and help you decide what best meets your needs. We work with children, families and young adults in ways that support choice and are sensitive to the unique needs of each individual.