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Birth Control Options
Many people realize it is their responsibility to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. There are many forms of birth control available to choose from
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A Ring That Prevents Pregnancy!
A recently approved effective form of birth control you don't have to take daily. Wear this new ring for three weeks and be protected from pregnancy.
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Can Exclusive Breastfeeding Help Prevent Pregnancy?
Not sure about what type of family planning option to use postpartum? Learn more about how Lactational Amennorhea Method (LAM) is gaining acceptance as a reliable and inexpensive family planning option for breastfeeding women less than six months postpartum.
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Myths About Preventing Pregnancy
Some commonly used contraceptive methods are not at all effective in preventing unplanned pregnancies.
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Birth Control - Hormonal Methods
Five methods of hormonal contraception are discussed below.
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Hormonal Methods of Birth Control
If a woman wants to make the decision to responsibly take birth control, here is some information to help her make an informed decision.
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The Other Birth Control Methods
There are many kinds of birth control available, so choosing the right one can sometimes be difficult. Ask your doctor which one is recommended for you.
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Emergency Birth Control
General information on what emergency birth control is and is not.
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Natural Family Planning vs. The Rhythm Method
Whether you're planning or preventing pregnancy, Natural Family Planning has proven to be an effective and safe method in determining a woman's window of fertility.
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Choosing a Birth Control Method
When it comes to birth control women have a variety of options to choose from. Choices may be based on a woman's health as well as personal preference.
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The Con(tra)ception of Sex
Despite the prevalence of sex in today's media, discussing it remains a taboo in certain societies; and without proper sex education, myths continue to proliferate.
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Benefits of Birth Control
With so many options, how can women find a birth control method that offers both protection from pregnancy and suits their individual needs and lifestyle choices?
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Depo-Provera I: What Are The Risks?
The first of a three part series on the well known birth control Depo-Provera. Here are the basics that you should know before you decide if Depo is right for you.
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Depo-Provera II: Some Women Love It
Part two in a series of articles about Depo-Provera. Women that love Depo-Provera, and a look at the good points.
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Depo-Provera III: Take It Off The Market
The last in a series of articles about the injectable birth control, Depo-Provera, and the serious side effects that have been experienced.
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Miscarriage - When to Seek Treatment
Seeking treatment after miscarriage from a fertility specialist is the only way for a woman to determine or rule out any conditions that will cause recurrent miscarriage.
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NFP & FAM – Are They REAL Methods Part I
Is Natural Family Planning and the Fertility Awareness Method a possible birth control option for you? Are they really effective, and will they work for an extended period of time?
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NFP & FAM – Are They REAL Methods Part II
Part Two - Is Natural Family Planning and the Fertility Awareness Method a possible birth control option for you? Are they really effective, and will they work for an extended period of time?
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Once Upon A Time, Or How To Change A Life
Once Upon A Time is not a bedtime story, but reading it could change a life, maybe even yours.
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Say Good-Bye to Norplant, and Hello to...
The manufacturers of Norplant have decided to remove it from the US market, but will it be replaced?
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Calendar Method of Contraception
The calendar method of birth control is a natural, hormone-free way to prevent pregnancy. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of this form of birth control.
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Taking Charge: Protecting Reproductive Freedom
Lists and describes different forms of birth control currently available.
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"Cut the strings short": IUDs and abortion in South Africa
During the 1960's, South African doctors used black females as guinea pigs in their experiments with intra-uterine devices (IUDs). These played a role not only in the history of birth control, but in the history of eugenics and population control during the apartheid era.
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Birth Control Through History
A quick look at the history of birth control and what has been used to prevent not only pregnancy but also diseases over the years.
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Emergency Contraception and Abortion
There is a huge debate surrounding emergency contraception and it is causing some confusion about what it really is.
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Getting Pregnant While Using Birth Control
Birth control is used to prevent pregnancy but what goes wrong if a woman gets pregnant while using it?
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Yasmin® Birth Control Pills
Yasmin® is an oral contraceptive. Knowing how this pill works, its side effects and drug interactions are important factors.
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Preventing Stretch Marks When Pregnant
As a pregnant woman's belly expands at a fairly rapid pace stretch marks may result. There are steps women can take to help avoid these undesired and unsightly red lines.
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The Lybrel Birth Control Pill
Approved last year, Wyeth's Lybrel is touted as the no period contraceptive. The FDA and manufacturer warns though that inconvenient bleeding is common.
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Birth Control (Part 2)
Part of an ungoing series of articles about women and sex. This article looks into the wide variety of birth control devices available for women.
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Pregnancy and Contraception: A Guide for Women with Epilepsy
Reproduction is often affected, when one has epilepsy. Many women find themselves lost, trying to decide whether or not to have children. Understanding the effects of your antiepileptic medication on pregnancy and the role it plays in contraception is your first step to making this crucial, life-altering decision.
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Depo Provera ® (DMPA)
Depo Provera® , a.k.a DMPA, is a three-month birth control shot available to women. It is important to know how this shot will affect fertility, and its side effects.
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Menstrual Suppression Drugs
Many women are interested in skipping or even completely stopping their periods and there are several drugs available to help them.
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Ortho Evra; The Birth Control Patch
A quick look at the recently approved birth control patch, Ortho Evra.
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The Rape of Muslim Women
This article discusses the latest weapon of Serb forces used against the women of Kosova; RAPE.
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Choosing Your Birth Control Method
There are many types of birth control yet 1/4 women opt for the pill. This article explains where to get free contraceptives, and the pros and cons of different methods.
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Medical Birth Control Methods
If a woman wants to make the decision to responsibly take birth control, here is some information to help her make an informed decision.
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NFP From a Non-Believer’s Point of View
A look at NFP from a doubter's point of view.
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NFP Success Story #1: Conception at Last
The first in a series of articles that highlights how women have used natural family planning techniques to prevent pregnancy, achieve pregnancy, improve their lives, or overcome obstacles. Here, I share my conception success story.
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Trying to Conceive While Breastfeeding
Are you a breastfeeding mom who is trying to conceive again? Does breastfeeding prevent pregnancy, or can you get pregnant while nursing a baby? To draw some conclusions about breastfeeding while trying to conceive, I spoke with Dr. Bradley Goldberg, MD.
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How Does the Depo Provera Shot Work?
The Depo Provera shot is a long-lasting solution for women who want an alternative to birth control pills.
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Missed Birth Control Pills
Taking the correct steps after a missed birth control pill can prevent an unplanned pregnancy.
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Missouri Legislature Allows Pharmacy to Deny EC
The Missouri House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would allow pharmacies to refuse to stock or distribute emergency contraception.
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New Technology Prevents HIV Spead in Women
A new study reveals that a topical gel could stop the spread of HIV/AIDS to women.
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Persona
The Persona ovulation monitor was developed to prevent pregnancy but many women are using it to help them conceive.
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Porphyria and the Pill
Should you take oral contraceptives if you have porphyria?
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Should I Have My Cat Neutered?
There are many good reasons to have your cat desexed. It prevents unwanted litters, limits fighting and prevents numerous health problems.
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Should I Have My Dog Neutered?
There are many good reasons to have your dog desexed. It prevents unwanted litters, limits fighting and prevents numerous health problems.
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Vulval Pain and Fertility
What Vulval Pain Syndromes are, how this impacts upon trying for a family, treatments and tips for getting pregnant.
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6 Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
One in 8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Women at high risk should be screened more often and may need preventative medications or surgery.
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