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Emergency contraception
Whoops! Birth control you can use after sex
There are lots of reasons the best laid plans for using birth control don't work out...
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Birth control
The contraception learning curve
Among sexually active women, younger women are more likely to experience an unintended pregnancy. What's the deal?
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Birth control
Side effects: The good, the bad, and the temporary
If you're worried about the side effects of birth control—or if you've had a bad experience—here are a few things you should know.
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Birth control
Hello, birth control
When it comes to birth control, you’ve got a lot of options.
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IUD
Which IUD is best for you?
There are a bunch of IUDs on the U.S. market, and they’re not one-size-fits all. Let us help you explore your options.
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Kimberly, 29, IUD
I can't really even remember to take vitamins.
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IUD
Brittany, 24, IUD
It's inside of me, it goes where I go.
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IUD
Jenna, 24, IUD
It was awesome—only $20 and they covered the rest.
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IUD
Kat, 22, IUD
I just needed something low maintenance.
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IUD
IUD IOU
Is there really a set of rules for getting an IUD?