The most effective types of birth control are 99% effective. Those include sterilization, IUDs, and implants. The pill is about 93% effective with typical use.

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The pill. IUDs. Vaginal rings. Contraceptive injections. Arm implants. Diaphragms. Condoms. With so many options to choose from, picking out the right birth control method for you can be… a lot.

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The best time to start using birth control is different for everyone. Finding a method you’re comfortable with may take some trial and error, but it’s worth the effort. There’s no one-size-fits-all ...

After quitting most methods of birth control, you’ll return to normal fertility within a few menstrual cycles or sooner. The ...

Women across the country bonded online over their “Ozempic babies” – surprise pregnancies while taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro, despite being on birth control or having a history ...