Claire Tighe
Claire Tighe is a writer whose work has appeared at The Village Voice, Bitch, Rewire, Belt Magazine, and others. She can't help but talk about birth control everywhere she goes. Read more at [clairetighe.com](http://clairetighe.com/) or follow her @ecofeminismo.
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IUD
That little T: A step-by-step guide to getting an IUD
Considering an IUD? Get the ball rolling by thinking about these questions first.
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Boundaries & consent
What is stealthing, and why is it wrong?
Whether you call it stealthing, birth control sabotage, or reproductive coercion, taking a condom off during sex without permission is assault.
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Boundaries & consent
Let's talk about revenge porn
Sharing sexy photos or videos without permission is abuse. Here’s how you can fight back.
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Health care
What to do if you are refused birth control
We hope you can always get the birth control you need, but if you're ever in a refusal situation, here's how to deal.
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Birth control
Can menstrual products mess with your birth control?
Rock an IUD or a NuvaRing and want to use tampons or a menstrual cup? Follow a few tips and you’re good to go.
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Birth control
KTHANXBYE: 5 questions to ask yourself before quitting your birth control
Thinking about changing your birth control method? Get started by answering these questions.
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IUD
Can you feel the IUD during sex?
Worried that you or your partner(s) will be able to feel the IUD during sex? Keep calm and read on.
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IUD
IUD Expulsion: Is it as scary as it sounds?
IUD expulsion isn't common, but it does happen. Here's what you should know about it.
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