Social media has long been rife with misinformation about birth control, much of it slamming hormonal contraceptives for health harms (like infertility or even abortion) that it does not cause, or ...

While it’s helpful to have a range of birth control options, this can make choosing one a bit of a challenge. But it can help to first decide whether you’d prefer a hormonal or nonhormonal method.

If you’re under the age of 35 and do not have a diagnosed health condition affecting fertility, you may be more likely to become pregnant after discontinuing prescription birth control than those with ...

Birth control can be an awkward topic. But it’s an important heart-to-heart talk to have before sex with your partner. Sharing the responsibility of protection from the start can prevent unwanted ...