Let's talk birth control

Rutth
I am 22 years old and until now I've never been on birth control. I've only ever used condoms. I've been highly sexually active before, but I've slowed down. Now that there's a new guy in my life I just want to be ready. I still want to use condoms but I want to be sure I don't get pregnant since I'm in college and have a lot going for me. I just want to be responsible here. How can I be safer? Idk a thing about contraceptives because my parents are super traditional and never talk about them. I've read up a little on this app which has been SO helpful, but I would like to have a conversation about it. I would have to pay for it on my own, without them knowing I guess. I don't like taking pills, and I know that a few of my friends have a bar in their arm that I haven't asked them too many questions about. Any suggestions? (Sorry so long!)