Family planning involves a myriad of considerations, and at the forefront of these decisions is choosing a birth control method that prioritizes safety. With a plethora of options available, ...

Education on birth control and its potential adverse effects is vital to women choosing the type that best suits them. Skepticism surrounding hormonal birth control has been increasing nationwide, ...

There are many different kinds of birth control and even more factors contributing to decisions about the best birth control method for you or your partner. They range from those that rely on ...

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The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...

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There are countless posts on social media about taking a “break” or doing a “cleanse” from birth control, and how hormonal birth control is “unnatural” – but this is not helpful advice. If you are on ...

In the United States, you do not have to go to a gynecologist for birth control. People can get contraception from pharmacies, walk-in clinics, and drug stores. Another option is telehealth platforms, ...