Trauma-informed care recognizes that many women carry the effects of sexual trauma, medical trauma, or experiences that made them feel unsafe or unheard. More women than many realize have experienced some form of sexual trauma, whether unwanted touch, assault,...
Birth Control Options
Birth Control for Teens and Young Women: What to Know
Birth Control Options, First GYN Visit for Teens and Young Women
Choosing birth control for the first time can feel overwhelming. At KS Women’s Health Clinic, we believe teens and young women deserve clear, honest information so they can make confident decisions about their health. Here’s a simple guide to the safest and most...
How to Choose the Right Birth Control
Birth Control Options, First GYN Visit for Teens and Young Women
Choosing the right birth control can feel overwhelming. There are many options, and not every method works the same for everybody. The goal isn’t to find the “best” birth control, but the one that fits your health, hormones, lifestyle, and comfort. At KS Women’s...
Depo-Provera Birth Control Shots: What to Know
Depo-Provera, often called “the Depo shot”, is a long-acting birth control injection given every 3 months. Many women search for answers like:“Does Depo cause weight gain?” “How long does it last?” “Will it affect my period?” “Is it safe long term?” At KS Women’s...
IUDs and Implants: A Complete Guide to Long-Acting Birth Control for Women
Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), including IUDs and the implant, are some of the most effective and low-maintenance birth control options available today. Many women search questions like: “Does it hurt?” “How long does it last?” “Will it affect my...
Birth Control Pills and PCOS: What to Know
Birth Control Options, GYN Care, Sexual and Reproductive Health
If you have been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), you might be surprised when your provider recommends birth control pills, especially if you are not trying to prevent pregnancy. It may feel counterintuitive, but there are important reasons why birth...
Birth Control and Periods: What to Know
Birth Control Options, First GYN Visit for Teens and Young Women, GYN Care, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Many women are surprised by how much birth control can change their periods. Some notice lighter bleeding, some stop having periods entirely, and others wonder if it is safe to skip a period on purpose. Here is what you need to know. How Birth Control Affects Your...
What Happens if You Get Pregnant on Birth Control Pills
Birth Control Options, First GYN Visit for Teens and Young Women, GYN Care, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Getting pregnant on birth control pills can be surprising and stressful, especially when pills are taken consistently. Millions of women use them, yet many still wonder how the pill actually works and what it means if pregnancy happens while taking it. Here is a...
