Contraception

Hormonal birth control is one of the most widely used methods of family planning, but it does much more than prevent pregnancy. Whether you’re on the pill, patch, IUD, implant, or shot, hormonal contraception can have noticeable effects on your menstrual cycle.

Unprotected sex, missed birth control pills, or a broken condom—these things happen. That’s where emergency contraception (EC) comes in. Often called the “morning-after pill,” emergency contraception can help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex.

Birth control is often associated with preventing pregnancy, but it also has a major impact on your menstrual cycle. Some methods make...

If your period feels like a crime scene every month, you’re not alone. Heavy periods (also called menorrhagia) can be exhausting and...

Birth control isn’t one-size-fits-all. With so many options available, how do you know which one is right for you?