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Today’s birth control pills don’t usually cause depression — but hormones affect everyone differently
No, you can’t prevent pregnancy by douching after sex, having sex standing up or having sex only at the ‘safe’ time
IUDs can make your period lighter, heavier, irregular or stop it completely
Birth control gel is simple to use and an effective method for preventing pregnancy
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You may have a lower chance of getting pregnant while nursing — but it’s still possible
The scenarios vary based on how many pills you’ve missed and whether you take a combination pill or progestin-only pill
‘Safer sex’ means STI prevention, avoiding unintended pregnancies and psychologically safe practices for everyone
Most condoms will fit most people, but other factors matter, too
Today’s IUDs are safe and effective
There are many highly effective pregnancy prevention methods to choose from
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