If you're a typical user of birth control pills, pulling out could offer a little more protection. But if you're on a birth control method like an IUD or implant, then it's not necessary. This is ...

The birth control pill is the most popular form of hormonal birth control in most countries. But there are other types, including some new forms, that allow you to have more options as you choose a ...

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

You likely won't experience major side effects after taking an extra dose of birth control pills. When taking two large doses as emergency contraception, you may experience nausea and vomiting. Call a ...

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 ...

There are two parts to this relationship. One, earlier research found that birth control pills may increase the risk of developing lupus. Two, having lupus means some birth control methods are safer ...

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