When it comes to birth control, misconceptions abound. From fears about weight gain to concerns about long-term fertility, many women hesitate to explore their options due to misleading information.
The truth is, birth control is safe, effective, and comes in many forms—allowing women to choose what works best for their bodies and lifestyles! Below, we clear up some of the biggest myths and explore how to find the right birth control method for you.
Do you often worry about getting pregnant again? Are you giving thought to not having any more children? Many women have these same feelings, and don’t want to continue taking birth control medications. Let’s get some answers concerning when to consider permanent birth control.
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Every prescription medication we take has side effects, and some of those side effects can be unpleasant. The same goes for birth control. If you find your current birth control pills are causing troublesome side effects, you can talk to Dr. Asulin about changing methods. Here’s what to expect when changing birth control methods.
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If you rely on the pill as your primary birth control method, you may want to consider Depo-Provera®: what to know about the birth control shot.
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Once you have made the decision to get on contraception, you will need to decide on a contraceptive method. One popular form is an IUD. It is better than 99% effective, so it is considered the most reliable birth control method available. Let’s walk through what a woman can expect during an IUD insertion.
85% of women who have unprotected sex, even occasionally, get pregnant within a year. Those odds are not in your favor if you’re not ready to have a child. Choosing a contraceptive method that’s right for you can involve some due diligence and clear thinking.
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