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.

Ready to pick up your birth control? Here’s what you need to know before you go.

They’re hormone-free, prevent sperm from meeting egg, and work best if you use ‘em right.

I want to be a mother eventually—just not any time soon.

It's not something that has to be put on in exactly the moment.

It’s basically as close to natural as we can get.

Crib? Check. Lamaze classes? Check. Postpartum birth control plan? Make sure that’s on your checklist too.

A few of our favorite reasons why birth control is a very good idea.

Birth control between boyfriends is smart just in case things get spontaneous.

When it comes to birth control, you’ve got a lot of options.