Birth Control

Do you ovulate on birth control pills?

Most people won’t ovulate while taking hormonal birth control like the pill. That’s one of the ways it works to prevent pregnancy. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at birth control and how it affects ovulation — plus, we’ll cover how different oral contraceptives, like the morning-after pill and mini pill, impact ovulation too. Read on to learn more.

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5 Tips for talking to your doctor about Natural Cycles

Starting, stopping, or switching birth control methods is a big decision, and it’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor as you make that decision. As a practicing OBGYN, I know just how important these conversations are.

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How to take birth control pills

Birth control pills are a type of oral contraception that are taken daily to prevent pregnancy. Exactly how you use contraceptive pills depends on the type of pill that you’re prescribed to use. In this article, we’ll dive deeper into the different types of pills, how you take them, and what to do if you miss a pill or want to stop taking birth control pills altogether. Read on to learn more.

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How effective is the birth control pill?

There are two types of commonly prescribed oral contraceptives: the combination birth control pill and the progestin-only pill. Both types of pills are 93% effective with typical use and more than 99% effective with perfect use. In this article, we’re going to dive deeper into what typical and perfect use means as we cover what makes birth control less effective, how you can better protect yourself from unintended pregnancy, and why knowing your contraceptive options is so important.

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What are the side effects of birth control pills?

Birth control pills are a popular method of contraception — but it does cause side effects for some people. For many people, these side effects will lessen or go away completely after a couple of months as your body gets used to the changes in hormones. And not all side effects are bad, either! Some are positive, like regulating your bleeding and reducing cramps and other symptoms.