“My body, my choice” is the rallying cry for bodily autonomy. But it’s an apt phrase for another option too, one that hasn’t been of strident public debate. If your body gets a period, there’s a ...

Most people know that using hormonal birth control can lead to shorter periods and more manageable symptoms, including reducing cramps. One thing that might surprise you? If you’re using hormonal ...

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 ...

Stopping one birth control method without switching to another can affect your menstrual cycle and the return to your previous potential for pregnancy. You may also experience other effects, including ...

It’s a weird time to talk about contraceptives. Here's what the debate is missing.

Side effects are possible with any contraceptive. However, popular myths and misconceptions have led many to believe that the risks of certain side effects are more likely than the evidence suggests.