Sexual and Reproductive Health

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...