by gavinadmin | Jan 26, 2021 | Birth Control
How to have safe sex by using the right condoms. Condom use during sex is extremely important. Condoms work as a barrier to stop sperm and other bodily fluids from getting into the vagina, rectum or mouth. Using condoms can protect...
by gavinadmin | Nov 5, 2020 | Birth Control
Get the 411 on 911 contraception. How does emergency contraception work? Known as plan b or the morning after pill, emergency contraception (EC) is a backup way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. EC pills work by giving the body a dose of...
by gavinadmin | Aug 20, 2020 | Birth Control
Debunking Birth Control Myths When it comes to birth control, there are many myths out there. Some myths are harmless, while others can lead to real consequences (such as an unintended pregnancy). People may even avoid certain birth control methods, which can prevent...
by gavinadmin | May 19, 2020 | Birth Control
Find the best hormonal birth control for you, part 4. You may be wondering, “what are non-hormonal birth control methods?” Non-hormonal birth control methods use no hormones at all. You may not realize it, but you probably already know of or use non-hormonal birth...
by gavinadmin | Apr 8, 2020 | Birth Control
Find the best hormonal birth control for you, part 3. Hormonal birth control uses hormones like estrogen, progestin or both to keep the ovaries from releasing eggs. It also makes the cervical mucus thicker to help block sperm from getting to the egg. There are many...
by gavinadmin | Jan 30, 2020 | Birth Control, Family Planning, LBGTQ+
Find the best birth control for you. Barrier methods are exactly what they sound like: they stop sperm from reaching the egg. There are four types of barriers: Condoms (Internal and External)DiaphragmCervical CapSponge Barrier methods start working right away but...