Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic

03/23/2026

Will getting an IUD hurt? The experience is different for every body, and pain or cramping will vary from person to person.

At KBFPC, pain management isn't a special request, it's a standard part of your care. From prescription-strength pain relief to pre-procedure anti-anxiety medication, our specially trained clinical team is here to care for your needs so you can stay comfortable and in control.

Remember: everyone’s experience is unique, and choosing to get or remove an IUD is always up to you! KBFPC is here to help. Call 907-235-3436 with your questions.

The experience of getting an IUD is different for every body, and is sometimes different from one time to the next. What is it? An IUD (intrauterine device) is a very popular, long-acting, and reversible method of contraception with a small “T” of plastic placed in the uterus to prevent pregnanc...

03/18/2026

Everyone’s excited about KBFPC’s preventative care! Thanks to our 🐾pawsome🐾 sliding fee scale and the Alaska Breast + Cervical Screening Assistance Program, these life-saving cancer screenings are discounted or even FREE to those who qualify!

Run, don’t wait! Call 907-235-3436 to learn more about our financial assistance programs and scheduling your screening today.

03/17/2026

Repost from Teen Health:
CONSENT. Why should kids learn about it?

Because it helps them become better safety advocates for themselves and their peers!

Join KBFPC Teen Health at LIFE LAB After School for 5th & 6th grade students, and get empowering information, health-focused activities, art projects, and discussions about puberty, emotions.

⏰Wednesdays from 3:00-5:00 PM
📅February-April
🏠 At the KBFPC Education Hub: 3957 Nielsen Circle in Homer
💫 FREE to attend, drop-ins welcome!
🥨Snacks provided!

More info and sign up at https://kbfpc-teenhealth.org/life-lab

03/15/2026

Dust off that dress💃iron your tux🕺and get ready to relive the glory 🎶at The Birds & The Bees Adult Prom, a delightfully cheeky soirée!

🎯Saturday April 4, 8:00 PM
💿DJ DiscoKitchen spinning throwback bangers
📸Photo booth for your best awkward prom date poses
💳Silent auction supporting reproductive health on the Kenai Peninsula
🍷Wine/beer and snacks for purchase

Tickets available at https://porcupinetheater.com/special_events/the-birds-the-bees-ball-adult-prom. $35/stag or $55/bring a date!

Thanks to our event sponsors The Porcupine Theater and Whetstone Barbers!

03/13/2026

Repost from KBFPC Teen Health:

Have you heard? KBFPC’s last Healthy Relationships Workshop of the school year is coming up on Saturday, March 21st! This FREE one-day workshop for teens age 12-14 provides foundational healthy relationships knowledge, and our team strives to offer age-appropriate & medically-accurate information in a FUN and inclusive learning atmosphere!

📅Saturday, March 21
⏰10:00am-3:30pm at KBFPC’s Education Hub
🍕Lunch and snacks provided, plus all students get a prize!

Visit link in bio for more information on lesson content and FREE sign up. Reach out if you have any questions for KBFPC’s Teen Health Education Team!

03/11/2026

Menopause can mean many things for many people… but even though half the population will experience menopause, it’s still not talked about enough!

Join KBFPC for a FREE community screening of “The [M] Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” to learn more about the urgent need for change in how we address this critical phase of life.

Wednesday March 18, 6:00 PM
The Porcupine Theater in Homer

PLUS: join KBFPC providers for a Q&A after the screening!

03/09/2026

Repost KBFPC Teen Health:

Join KBFPC Teen Health for a very special edition of our monthly parent meetup: Birds, Bees and Beyond! This month we’ll dive into a new workbook on body literacy for ages 7-12, “My One-Of-A-Kind Body: The Ultimate Guide for Caring for Me!” by Dr. Whitney Casares. We’ll learn how to use this tool to teach your kid about their amazing body. First 10 attendees receive a free copy!

Monday, March 16 from 5:30-6:30pm at Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay Campus in Homer (or message us for the Zoom link.)

As always this event is FREE and dinner is provided!

ID: Colorful collage graphics with bird, bee, and book cover, with “Birds, Bees, and Beyond” event information and the KBFPC Teen Health logo.

03/07/2026

With daylight savings time “springing forward” this weekend, check out this Repost reminder: good sleep is essential for everyone’s health, and especially for growing teens! This informational series was created with the help of KBFPC’s teen Peer Educators - see the rest at KBFPC Teen Health:

So what happens during sleep?
During sleep....

👀Brain waves and eye movements slow down
🌟The body repairs tissues and restores energy
💪Hormones are released for bone, muscle, and cell development
💭Memories are formed and learning from the day is consolidated



ID: two multi colored slides with a marbled background with text as in caption. Bottom corners have KBPFC Teen Health logo and “zzz” graphic.

03/05/2026

KBFPC providers may not be whale experts, but they CAN help you! If you have questions about perimenopause or menopause, or are struggling with symptoms like hot flashes, disrupted sleep, mood swings, or libido changes, there are options that might bring relief.

Appointments are available in Homer, Kenai, and via telehealth. Request a consultation today - call 907-235-3436.

PS - learn more about menopause at https://kbfpc.org/menopause-support.

ID: A photo of two orca whales in the ocean with blue graphics: “Did You Know? It’s not only humans that go through menopause! Most mammals don’t, but a select few - like orca whales! - do experience menopause. In fact, post-reproductive female orcas are essential to their families and help to boost the survival of young calves. Everyone’s menopause journey is different, but if you have questions KBFPC can help.” with the Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic logo.

03/03/2026

You take care of your health all ❄ winter ❄ long ❄ -

Give yourself an extra dopamine boost by scheduling your annual wellness visit and mammogram screening! Call KBFPC at 907-235-3436 today.

ID: Photo of a woman wearing pink pants walking outdoors on a snowy winter path [credit Pavel Danilyuk/Pexels] with a check mark graphic: “Annual breast health check? Check it off your list!”

02/27/2026

Repost from KBFPC Teen Health:

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. At KBFPC Teen Health we uplift and empower young people in having healthy and respectful relationships. Real love = respect. Safe. Equal. Honest.

1 in 10 high school students face dating violence. If you’re in a similar situation, know this: You are not alone. You are deserving of a healthy relationship.

ID: Slides with information about Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and how to find support. More info available from http://LoveIsRespect.org

02/23/2026

KBFPC presents a FREE community screening of “The [M] Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” - 6:00 PM on Wednesday, March 18 at the Porcupine Theater! This first-of-its-kind documentary challenges the silence surrounding menopause and advocates for a revolution in women’s healthcare.

PLUS! Stick around afterward for a Q&A with KBFPC providers to unpack the film and dive deeper into all things menopause!

ID: The [M] Factor movie poster of multicolored flowers in the shape of an “M” with information about the event and the logos of Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic, The Porcupine Theatre, and .