Women’s reproductive rights in the U.S. are narrowing. Meanwhile, 46% of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unintended, pointing to the stark evidence of the enduring need for access to effective, ...

There are many different kinds of birth control—and even more factors contributing to decisions about the best birth control method for you or your partner. Some methods rely on the hormone progestin ...

There are many different kinds of birth control and even more factors contributing to decisions about the best birth control method for you or your partner. They range from those that rely on ...

There are more safe and effective options than ever before but what’s safe for one person may not be the best option for ...

The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...

Natural family planning, barriers, hormonal methods, copper IUDs, and permanent sterilization have varying degrees of effectiveness. Family planning involves tracking fertility cycles and sexual ...

Birth control in the US right now is full of contradictions. Access to contraceptives has never been easier. Many states have passed legislation to allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense hormonal ...