Birth Control Facts Archives - South Avenue Women's Services

5 Factors to Consider When Deciding Which Birth Control Method Is Right for You

Posted June 13th, 2023 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

Birth control has come a long way in the last century. A wide range of contraception options are more readily available than ever for many women these days. You can take a pill, get an implant, wear a patch, get a shot, and even choose from different brands and variations within those options. While the… Read more »

Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Birth Control

Posted October 29th, 2022 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

Whether it’s your first-time starting birth control or you want to switch to a different form, having a thorough discussion with your doctor is always recommended before making any decisions. There are several birth control options, so it’s important to research before your appointment and get a general idea of what you want or think would be best… Read more »

Side Effects of Starting the Birth Control Pill

Posted July 25th, 2022 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

The pill is a type of birth control. It works by preventing the body from producing an egg, which means that there is nothing for sperm to fertilize, and pregnancy cannot occur. Like all medicines, birth control pills have possible side effects that you need to be aware of. There are minor side effects and rare… Read more »

Birth Control for Beginners: 5 Things to Know Before You Start the Pill

Posted February 17th, 2022 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

The birth control pill is one of the greatest innovations in women’s health. By providing safe, effective, and convenient protection against unwanted or unplanned pregnancy, the pill has given women more control over their own sex lives and reproductive health. Knowing what to expect when you start using the birth control pill is the best way to… Read more »

What to Expect When You Stop Taking the Pill

Posted January 10th, 2022 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

The long history of the contraceptive pill has been a revolutionary journey in female sexual health. Women fought for their reproductive rights, and unfortunately, new generations of women are still fighting for those same rights in 2022. The pill has many benefits, and there are various personal reasons why women choose to take it but… Read more »

Birth Control Myths [Infographic]

Posted December 1st, 2016 by south ave & filed under Birth Control.

There are so many myths and old wives tales surrounding sex and birth control that it is impossible to know where they all started. You have probably heard that you cannot get pregnant during your period or while you are breast feeding. Although these statements are said all the time, they are not true, which… Read more »

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