There are countless posts on social media about taking a “break” or doing a “cleanse” from birth control, and how hormonal birth control is “unnatural” – but this is not helpful advice. If you are on ...

Birth control in the US right now is full of contradictions.

Kristan Hawkins is not what you might call a unifying figure. The founder and leader of Students for Life of America, a grassroots anti-abortion network, Hawkins travels to college campuses for ...

There's a battle being waged across the country between people who see birth control as essential for women's health, self-determination and to avoid abortions ‒ and those who claim some forms of ...

The birth control pill is one of the most common forms of contraception in the U.S. But in recent years, claims of side effects of the pill have filled social media platforms, often fueled by ...

As social media and wellness podcasters bombard young women with messages about the pill, many are questioning what they’ve long been told. As social media and wellness podcasters bombard young women ...

Since 1970, under the federal Title X program, sexual health clinics have been permitted to administer birth control to minors, with or without parental consent, in every state. The program’s goal, ...

Birth control pills are a highly effective way to prevent pregnancy, but some foods and supplements can interfere with how ...

Anyone who has ever had a sex ed class in high school has likely heard that, when taken correctly, birth control can be around 99 percent effective at preventing unwanted pregnancy. It's a fact that ...

Certain types of birth control methods have been associated with reduced bone mineral density. The risk may be greater in people who start taking them during adolescence. Birth control medications ...

Because you may need more than just diapers and wipes. It’s no secret that having a baby can come with a long to-do list. From setting up the nursery to learning how to properly install a car seat (I ...

Hormonal birth control does not cause seizure conditions. However, some research suggests it may increase seizure risk in people with epilepsy or other seizure disorders. This can happen due to ...