Claire Tighe

Claire Tighe is a writer whose work has appeared at The Village Voice, Bitch, Rewire, Belt Magazine, and others. She can't help but talk about birth control everywhere she goes. Read more at [clairetighe.com](http://clairetighe.com/) or follow her @ecofeminismo.

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IUD
That little T: A step-by-step guide to getting an IUD
Considering an IUD? Get the ball rolling by thinking about these questions first.
Boundaries & consent
What is stealthing, and why is it wrong?
Whether you call it stealthing, birth control sabotage, or reproductive coercion, taking a condom off during sex without permission is assault.
Boundaries & consent
Let's talk about revenge porn
Sharing sexy photos or videos without permission is abuse. Here’s how you can fight back.
Health care
What to do if you are refused birth control
We hope you can always get the birth control you need, but if you're ever in a refusal situation, here's how to deal.
Birth control
Can menstrual products mess with your birth control?
Rock an IUD or a NuvaRing and want to use tampons or a menstrual cup? Follow a few tips and you’re good to go.
Birth control
KTHANXBYE: 5 questions to ask yourself before quitting your birth control
Thinking about changing your birth control method? Get started by answering these questions.
IUD
Can you feel the IUD during sex?
Worried that you or your partner(s) will be able to feel the IUD during sex? Keep calm and read on.
IUD
IUD Expulsion: Is it as scary as it sounds?
IUD expulsion isn't common, but it does happen. Here's what you should know about it.