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I heard that hormone-filled pee is killing our fish and harming the environment. Is taking hormonal birth control bad for our water?
Any form of birth control is better than no birth control when it comes to the environment . But let’s look a little closer at the claim that hormones in birth control are getting into the environment through pee. The simple answer is: yes, it is. But—and this is a big but—it is small compared […]
Can ibuprofen help reduce heavy periods and irregular bleeding?
Yes. Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs, like naproxen, can decrease menstrual flow and cramping. So if you have heavy or painful periods, your health care provider may recommend taking ibuprofen to help reduce heavy flow and/or cramping. It can also help reduce the irregular bleeding that is sometimes a side effect of progestin-only birth control methods […]
Sex in the news: January 2020 edition
One month in to 2020 and some resolutions may be going strong, some may be hanging by a thread, and some, well, never even existed. If there’s one thing you should commit to, it’s being up to date on the latest sexual health news so you can keep living your best life both in bed […]
Sex in the news: December 2019 edition
The smell of snow is in the air, everyone’s checking out of work and school, and you’re ready to get into the holiday spirit, but first, catch up on the latest sex in the news. We’ve rounded up our 10 favorite articles about sexual health and birth control from the past month to make it […]
Sex in the news: November 2019 edition
We’ve rounded up our 10 favorite articles about sexual health and birth control from the past month to make it really easy for you to get the facts on the things that could affect your health while you get into the fall mood. What’s the Most Effective Type of Birth Control? (Glamour) One key consideration […]
Six things your provider wishes you knew about birth control
In my practice, I have heard from a lot of people about their worries and concerns about birth control. There are some really common misconceptions out there about birth control, and I’m here to clear some of them up. 1. You don’t need an exam to get most types of birth control. You’re sitting on […]
Four plus-size women share the birth control methods that work for them and why
Talking about birth control can feel super weird and vulnerable. It might bring up memories of really bad experiences (like the time I spent all day curled in a ball watching Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous while on the verge of puking after I took emergency contraception . It might also force us to […]
I’ve had my IUD for three years, and I love it more every year
My journey to the IUD was a rocky one. By the time I was 27, I had tried various brands of the birth control pill, which I started when I was 18, but I hadn’t ever found the right fit. From forgetting to take it, to leaving it at home during a weekend trip, to […]
5 signs it’s time to switch birth control methods
Ever feel stuck in a job or a relationship that just isn’t working for you, but you’re not sure how to get out of it? The right partner might be hard to find (and the right job might be even harder) but the right birth control method for you doesn’t have to be. Look, we’re […]
Diabetes, sex, and birth control
Have diabetes? Want to have lots and lots of great sex without worrying about getting pregnant or messing with your blood sugar? Just like food or exercise when you have diabetes, there are a few things to keep in mind—but don’t worry. Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you’ve got options. When […]
