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Condom
Internal condom (FC2)
Cervical cap
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Spermicide and gel
Withdrawal (pull-out method)
Sterilization
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Emergency contraception
Birth control
Gold-standard birth control: The IUD and the implant
More research shows long-acting reversible methods to be...freakin' awesome, basically.
Birth control
Earth Day Reminder: Birth Control is Green!
Worried about the environment? Ditching your birth control is not the answer.
Birth control
Risky business 2: Migraines, high blood pressure, and blood clots
For women with certain medical conditions, some birth control types are riskier than others.
Birth control ring
The ring's got perks
Shopping for a new method? This one may be worth trying on.
IUD
DIY IUD Removal: Yesss or yeeeck?
Whatever your take, don't start trying new things just yet...
Emergency contraception
IUD use is up—but not when it comes to emergency contraception
The copper IUD is the most effective EC option around, so why don't more people use it?
IUD
Birth control spotlight: The IUD
IUD
Andrew, 25, IUD
We like the above 99% kind of effectiveness.
Birth control
Long-acting just got longer
Eight years of pregnancy prevention? Tell us more...
Birth control
Baby in one hand… birth control in the other
Careful, not all methods are safe for new moms to use.
IUD
IUDs are A-OK: Doctors say the best new birth control has been here all along
The super-effective IUD has officially shaken its bad rap—at least with doctors.
Birth control
How to get a prescription filled
Ready to pick up your birth control? Here’s what you need to know before you go.
