Birth control

Breastfeeding and birth control: The best methods for milk supply

Here’s how to choose birth control that protects both your baby’s nutrition and your peace of mind

Can Birth Control Cause Hair Loss?

Birth Control as a (Temporary) Fix for Irregular Periods

How to Get Birth Control on Your Parent’s Insurance

Birth control and diabetes: Know your options

Learn how diabetes affects your birth control choices

Do you really need a doctor’s appointment to get birth control?

Our guide to getting safe and effective birth control—no waiting room required.

How does the birth control patch work?

Curious about the birth control patch? Discover how it works, when to apply it, and what to expect

How Long Does It Take to Adjust to a New Birth Control Pill?

12 birth control myths debunked

Let’s separate the facts from fiction—here’s what you really need to know about birth control.

How does diaphragm birth control work?

What you need to know about natural birth control and fertility

Birth Control and Perimenopause

Your guide on when to start birth control

Not sure when to start birth control? Learn the best time to begin

Why you may be spotting on birth control

The Differences Between the Mini-Pill and the Combination Pill

What if I get sick after taking my birth control pill?

What stomach issues mean for your pill—and how to protect against pregnancy when you're not feeling your best.