Sexual Health

Puberty begins when the hypothalamus---in our brain---triggers chemicals to stimulate the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland releases hormones to stimulate the adrenal glands and ovaries to...

The side effects and risks associated with abortion vary from woman to woman. Unless contraceptives are used immediately, pregnancy after abortion can occur at any time.

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small T-shaped instrument that sits in a woman's uterus and is used to prevent pregnancy, but can potentially cause serious medical problems even when used properly.

An unexpected pregnancy can be scary and unnerving. Many times, an unexpected pregnancy occurs because the mother was misinformed about proper birth control methods. It is easy to get bad...

An abortion can be an extremely emotional and sensitive situation. There are some things to keep in mind after the procedure before moving on with your life.

Low-income family planning methods are numerous, but many require the cooperation of both partners to assure the most effective outcome. Many involve no cost whatsoever and have no side-effects,...

Spermicides are chemicals that kill sperm before they are able to fertilize an egg. They are commonly used as creams, lotions, sprays and inserts to be used during sexual intercourse to prevent...

Spotting between periods is a common problem. It can also be frightening if you have never experienced it before. Spotting on a regular basis can even be annoying. There are some tips on how you...

Pregnancy tests can be done though home urine tests or through blood work from a doctor to check for the hormone that is released during pregnancy. Visit a doctor if a home pregnancy test reads...

A copper IUD is an intrauterine device designed to prevent pregnancy by releasing small amounts of copper that thin the uterine wall. Find out how a copper IUD can be left in place for up to five...

Prevent pregnancy naturally by tracking a woman's fertility through temperature monitoring and tracking menstrual cycles and cervical mucous. Find out the length of your ovulation cycle and work...

Intercourse during pregnancy is generally safe up until the ninth month of pregnancy, as long as both partners are psychologically and physically comfortable. Discuss pregnancy sex with a...

People get pregnant when using birth control by improperly inserting or using barrier methods, or not following the proper timing for hormonal birth control. Find out how pregnancy can also occur...

Couples who enjoy lots of intimacy don't necessarily stop once the woman becomes pregnant. It isn't uncommon for some couples to have more sex during pregnancy than before. Yet there are questions...

Birth control methods were first commercially developed in the 17th century. Since then, new, more effective methods of preventing pregnancy have been developed and improved. Some types of birth...