Birth control methods like the pill and intrauterine device (IUD) are very effective at preventing pregnancy, and they're generally safe. But not all of these methods are right for everyone. If you ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It’s been a tricky landscape since Roe v. Wade was overturned almost two years ago, as reproductive health care has become ...

Unintended pregnancy is a significant issue for Hispanic teenagers. About one out of every 40 girls between the ages of 15 and 19 have a baby every year. That’s come down a lot. A generation ago, it ...

We are entering a startling new era in the politics of birth control, with President Donald Trump launching the most serious effort in decades to curb contraception. The Department of Health and Human ...

One of the most popular birth control methods is the pill. From 2015-2017, 12.6% of US women using contraception were taking the pill compared to just 8.7% who used condoms. The pill is a type of ...

Family planning involves a myriad of considerations, and at the forefront of these decisions is choosing a birth control method that prioritizes safety. With a plethora of options available, ...

Here is everything you need to know about your post-Roe birth control options and which are the most effective. Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) was a wellness editor at CNET and holds Sleep Science Coach ...

Birth control pills are said to be over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy, when taken at the exact same time every day.

Becca Stanek is an experienced writer and editor who is passionate about exploring the ways we can feel better mentally and physically to get the most out of our lives. She has worked for publications ...

Natural birth control methods include monitoring the time of ovulation and taking basal temperature readings. However, these are not usually as effective at preventing pregnancy as hormonal ...

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 ...

If we were only covering birth control options for people with a penis and testicles, this would be a short piece. We’re talking two methods. Thing is, not all men have this anatomy. For instance, ...