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The Birth Control Pill: Taking it Correctly (Mini Pills)
“Mini” pill packs are so-called because they only contain the hormone progestin, which makes them smaller than combination pills.
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Anna Muthalaly
The Birth Control Pill: Taking it Correctly (Combination Pills)
When taken correctly, birth control pills have an efficacy rate of 99%, meaning that only 1 couple on the pill out of a hundred will become pregnant…
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Starting the Pill Correctly: Combination Pills + Mini Pills
With a little planning, taking the pill correctly is not difficult.
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The Birth Control Pill: Paying for it and Refilling it (Without Parental Knowledge)
How insurance works, paying out-of-pocket, and refilling your prescription
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The Birth Control Pill: What it is and How to Get a Secret Prescription
How the birth control pill works + getting a prescription without parental permission
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Doubling Up on Contraceptives (Hint: Use More than One)
The Math on Why You Should Use More Than One Method of BC
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The Morning-After Pill (AKA Plan B)
How it Works and How to Take it
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Condoms: Overall, Your Best Friend
Where, When, How, and Why to Use them
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"Pulling Out" + If Pre-Cum Gets You Pregnant
How to Pull Out Properly (and How Much to Worry About It)
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