Ali, 17, implant
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February 8, 2017
Ali didn’t love her experience with the pill, so after talking with her health care provider, she decided to try the long-lasting Nexplanon implant instead. Now, she can’t find anything she doesn’t like about her birth control. Ali likes that the implant isn’t noticeable but she can still feel for it in her arm to […]
Dara, 18, the patch
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By: health
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February 8, 2017
Dara started taking the pill when she was in middle school to help with painful periods . When she became sexually active, she decided to get on a birth control method she wouldn’t need to remember every day. Dara chose the Xulane patch because it helps with her periods and she only needs to think […]
The Mommy Club: To join, or not to join?
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By: health
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February 6, 2017
I am a planner and I always have been. When I travel, I plan my entire trip down to the hour, if not the minute. I know which mode of transportation is best and I build in “free time.” I know where I am going and how I’m going to get there. That applies not […]
Guy’s guide to sexually transmitted infections
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By: health
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February 5, 2017
Guy Nottadadi is on an epic mission to help his buddy end date night on a high note. But don’t worry, along the way he’ll find time to tell us all about testing for and preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs). original post
Bed habits: 7 ways to start your day better
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By: health
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February 3, 2017
Warm, cozy, comfortable. Your bed is a magical place . On a chilly winter morning, who can resist the urge to hit the snooze button? Sadly, dozing under the comforter for a few extra minutes can make you feel worse later in the day. Don’t worry, though. There’s no need to rush out of bed […]
Mal, 30, IUD
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By: health
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February 1, 2017
Mal hasn’t always had the best experiences going to the doctor’s office, so it took him some time to work up the courage to ask a health care provider about getting an IUD. At first he wanted an IUD to help with heavy periods. He didn’t feel like he should have periods at all, so […]
How 4 common insecurities were invented, and what you can do about it
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By: health
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February 1, 2017
I remember learning in 8th grade that the “thigh gap” was supposed to be a good thing. I had never given thought the existence of space between my thighs—it didn’t seem like the type of thing that could be good or bad. Were people tired of obsessing over other parts of the female body and […]
Tika, 19, IUD
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By: health
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February 1, 2017
Tika found the non-hormonal Paragard IUD to be the perfect option for her body. She knows she wants to have kids someday—and she knows now isn’t the right time. Tika felt that the super-effective, long-lasting non-hormonal IUD would be the best way for her to protect against pregnancy. She especially likes that she can set […]
Lindsay, 30, IUD
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By: health
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February 1, 2017
Lindsay started using the pill to deal with irregular periods, but she struggled to take it consistently. So when she realized the IUD would be an option for her, she went for it. Lindsay’s favorite thing about her IUD? She doesn’t have to worry about doing anything for it to work. Lindsay has heard, especially […]
February horoscopes: Roses are red and you’re unstoppable
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By: health
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January 27, 2017
What tantalizing tale do the stars hold for you this winter? Will you be struck by Cupid’s arrow or play the field? Accomplish something big or spend some quality time with yourself? See what’s in the stars for you this February. Aquarius Your energy is straight-up electric right now and the sexy sparks you’re throwing […]