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 ...

It's normal to have questions about what birth control method is right for you. With so many options available, from pills and patches to implants and IUDs, it’s understandable if you’re feeling ...

CAN I SKIP MY PERIOD BY NEVER TAKING PLACEBOS? Yes. It's totally fine to skip the inactive pills. CAN I GET PREGNANT FROM ANAL SEX? ORAL SEX? The odds aren't zero. Semen has to get inside your ...

Unless you’re currently in quarantine with your partner, your sex life has probably taken a big hit. Hell, even if you’ve chosen to ride this out with your S.O., it’s possible that you couldn’t even ...

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, ...

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