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Birth Control

Evidence-based resources on contraceptive methods, guidelines, and best practices

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Birth Control

Starting birth control after using ‘ella’ for EC

Here’s what you need to know to help your patients balance risks and uncertainties related to starting hormonal birth control after ella.
Patient Perspectives

The perfect threesome: Pulling out + spermicide + Caya

The new Caya diaphragm pairs well with some spermicide and the oldest birth control method.
Birth Control

Is LARC a silver bullet to end unplanned pregnancy?

Experts weigh in on how many women would use IUDs and implants in the absence of barriers.
Birth Control

Can premedication make IUD insertion less painful?

Contrary to popular belief, ibuprofen is not enough.
Birth Control

Nobody’s perfect: Pill efficacy for the real world

Our patients shouldn’t have to be perfect to protect themselves from accidental pregnancy.
Birth Control

What does evidence say about combined vs. progestin-only pills?

COCs or POPs? Here are some things to consider when helping a patient pick a pill.
Birth Control

Changing the conversation about contraception

The most useful tool for providing contraceptive care may be to ask the right questions.
Birth Control

Pulling out all the stops: Doubling up with withdrawal

The oldest method of birth control is still going strong—and it plays well with others.