ATLANTA — A growing number of teen girls say they use the rhythm method for birth control, and more teens also think it's OK for an unmarried female to have a baby, according to a government survey ...

Most birth control methods require a prescription. If you plan to use a form of birth control other than condoms, you'll need to see a doctor. During your appointment, you have a few things to discuss ...

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

In 2018, which is some of the most recent data we have, 65% of US women aged 15–49 were using a contraceptive method. Birth control has come so far in many ways. There are around 12 methods (and ...

Not every birth control method is right for every person. Some can come with unwanted side effects. The good news: If you want to try a different option, there are plenty to choose from. So how do you ...

Birth control can be a tricky thing, and each person may have a different experience with the same method. Adrienne Santos-Longhurst, a Canada-based writer, shares her tips on how to choose the best ...

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Preventing unwanted pregnancy is increasingly difficult in a post-Roe America. Beyond abortion bans, not even contraceptive access is a given now, with nearly all Republican members of the House of ...

You’re in a sexual relationship – maybe it’s longstanding, maybe it’s new – but between you and your partner, who’s responsible for birth control? The short answer: You both are. The World Health ...

Not vibing with your birth-control method? That happens! Everyone is different when it comes to which birth control works for them. Sometimes it can take a few tries and doctor visits to land on the ...