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Choosing a contraceptive method is one of the most important aspects of sexual activity. Every method has its own advantages and drawbacks, and learning those will empower you to make smart birth control decisions
As women have become more independent and have developed loves outside the traditional stay at home roles, the use of birth control has increased dramatically. There are a Read More
The goal of all birth control methods is to prevent an unwanted pregnancy, but some methods are more effective than others. Because cost and the need for a doctor's Read More
The birth control pill didn't meet with societal approval until many women put themselves on the line demanding that access to it be granted. The pill has faced controversy Read More
Oral contraceptives are a form of birth control available to women. These pills disrupt the natural cycling of hormones and disrupt the menstrual cycle by inhibiting Read More
Sexual abstinence is the only foolproof way to avoid unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, emotional baggage and a host of other issues that arise from Read More
A condom is a simple and effective device used to prevent conception or the contraction of Sexually Transmitted Diseases, STDs, during sexual intercourse. With proper Read More
Birth control pills are oral contraceptives that are designed to prevent a woman from having her eggs fertilized. They achieve this by preventing ovulation during the time Read More
The Nuva ring is a relatively new option for hormonal birth control. This thin, plastic ring is placed directly into the vagina and releases progestin and estrogen to Read More
There are many forms of contraception that can be used to prevent or reduce the chances of a sexually active woman becoming pregnant. Women have the option of choosing Read More
If you are thinking about using birth control, then you might consider trying contraceptive injections (Depo-Provera). Contraceptive injections are also known as birth Read More
Birth control pills combine estrogen and progestin to achieve circumvention of fertility in women through the prevention of ovulation. Available only with prescription, the Read More
Birth control patches are alternatives to taking daily birth control pills. These are small patches that can be discretely stuck anywhere on the body. By using a gradual Read More
Sex is fun, but brings with it the risk of unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases like HIV, syphilis and genital warts. By using a condom during sex, the risk Read More
Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are one of a large number of contraceptive options available. They are the most common reversible form of contraceptive used by women Read More
Sometimes with the most careful plans, accidents happen. If you experienced a mishap while having sexual intercourse, then you still have options. Recently, the Plan B Read More
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