Someone asked us: If I stop taking my birth control pills is it safe to use my unused packs later when I want to start again? Yes, you can safely stop taking birth control pills and resume using them later with your unused packs, as long as the packs are full with no missing pills […]

Someone asked us: Is spermicide a good birth control choice? And where can I get it? Spermicide is safe to use but is not highly effective as a standalone contraceptive method, with only 79% effectiveness at preventing pregnancy when used alone. Spermicide works much better when combined with barrier methods like condoms, which together provide […]

Someone asked us: Am I protected from pregnancy as soon as I get the birth control shot? If you receive the Depo-Provera shot within the first 7 days after your period starts, you’re protected from pregnancy immediately. You’re also protected right away if you get the shot within 5 days after a miscarriage or abortion, […]

Someone asked us: I use Depo-Provera  the birth control shot. Can I still get pregnant? Depo-Provera is one of the most effective contraceptive methods available, with over 99% effectiveness when used perfectly, though typical use effectiveness is about 96% due to missed or delayed injections. The shot works by preventing ovulation and must be administered […]

Someone asked us: What’s the difference between a cervical cap and a diaphragm? Both the cervical cap and diaphragm are reusable, cup-shaped barrier contraceptives that cover the cervix to prevent pregnancy, but they differ in size, shape, effectiveness, and duration of use. A diaphragm is a shallow, bendable silicone cup shaped like a dish that […]

Someone asked us: My mom has a birth control cap that she doesn’t use anymore. Can I use it? No, you should not use your mother’s cervical cap. The cervical cap is a prescription barrier method that must be properly fitted by a healthcare provider to ensure effectiveness, and you and your mother may require […]

A vasectomy is not recommended for a 16-year-old, and most doctors will not perform the procedure on minors or young adults, even where legally permissible. Vasectomy is designed to be a permanent form of sterilization, and while reversal is possible, it is expensive, not always successful, and not guaranteed to restore fertility. A vasectomy is […]

The symptothermal method is a natural birth control approach that combines multiple fertility awareness methods to identify when pregnancy is most likely. It involves tracking your basal body temperature, monitoring cervical mucus changes, and sometimes charting your menstrual cycle to determine fertile and non-fertile days. By using more than one fertility signal together, the symptothermal […]

Abstinence is a safe and effective choice that completely prevents pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections and has no physical side effects. Because abstinence involves no sexual activity, it is 100% effective at avoiding pregnancy and does not affect hormones, fertility, or future reproductive health. Many people choose abstinence to take time before becoming sexually active, […]

Someone asked us: Is it safe to take Tylenol if I’m pregnant? Yes, Tylenol (acetaminophen) is safe during pregnancy and is the most recommended over-the-counter pain reliever doctors recommend throughout all trimesters, including the first trimester. Major medical organizations including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) affirm acetaminophen as the safest option for […]