Effectiveness
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IUD
Hello, Skyla! Getting to know the newest IUD
A new IUD option hits the U.S. market—and it’s (officially) for ladies without kids.
Pregnancy & fertility
The Mommy Club: To join, or not to join?
After focusing on preventing pregnancy for so many years, deciding to plan a pregnancy is a whole other ball of wax.
Birth control
Gold-standard birth control: The IUD and the implant
More research shows long-acting reversible methods to be...freakin' awesome, basically.
Fertility Awareness Methods (FAMs)
Birth control for breastfeeding moms
Just had a baby? Congrats and good luck! Now, what birth control are you using?
Fertility Awareness Methods (FAMs)
Which fertility and period tracking apps can you trust?
New research looks at which of the oh-so-many period tracking and fertility awareness apps out there actually work.
FAQ
FAQs - Birth control pill
Can having diarrhea make the pill less effective?
I had diarrhea after taking my pill.
Pregnancy & fertility
4 apps for tracking your fertility
Technology has some new options for women who want to keep track of their cycle. Let’s take a look…
FAQ
FAQs - Withdrawal (pull out) method
I've been using withdrawal, but want something more effective. What options can I talk with my doctor about?
I want something more effective and don't mind a doctor visit.
FAQ
FAQs - IUD
How soon does an IUD become effective after you get it?
FAQ
FAQs - Condom
How effective are condoms at preventing pregnancy?
FAQ
FAQs - Internal condom
How effective are internal condoms at preventing pregnancy?
Emergency contraception
How well does emergency contraception work?
Understanding EC effectiveness can get a little complicated, but if you're up to the challenge, here are the details.
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