Contraception

What are Mini Pills?

Unlike ordinary contraceptive pills, progestin-only pills or mini pills have lower side effects. They do not contain estrogens and therefore, are suitable for breastfeeding.......

What is Birth Control Shot?

Birth control shot is an effective method to prevent pregnancy and it is taken in every three months. In birth control shot, progestin (a hormone) is inserted in the body of a woman through injection.....

What is Spermicide?

Spermicide is a contraceptive method, which helps one enjoy sex without any fear of an unwanted pregnancy. Before using this contraceptive method, it is important to know what spermicide really.......

Birth Control Methods for Teenagers

Diaphragm, cervical cap, condoms and contraceptive pills are the most common birth control methods for.......

What is Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP)?

Contraception - Oral contraceptive pills (COCP) are the pills which contain both progestin and oestrogen hormones that prevent unwanted.......

How Safe are Birth Control Pills

Contraception - Birth control pills are usually safe but in some cases they can lead to health.......

What leads to Contraception Failure?

Contraception failure is caused by many factors but you can make yourself better prepared by knowing about.......

How to use Oral Contraceptive Pills?

Contraception- Oral contraceptive pills contain synthetic hormones to prevent pregnancy. Read on to know how to use the oral contraceptive.......

How to Choose the Right Contraception?

Contraception- These days, there are many options of birth control pills that work without compromising on the pleasure quotient. The best way to choose right contraception is by discussing with your....

How many forms of contraception are there?

Contraception- There are many forms of contraception available but the choice must depend upon a series of factors such as convenience as well as efficacy of.......

How Do Birth Control Pills Work?

Contraception- 'How do birth control pills work?' this is a common question asked by a number of women who are looking for safe and effective contraceptive measures. This article gives you answer.

Side-effects of Birth Control

Contraception - Sterilisation, birth control shots, pills and barrier are some contraceptive methods that can have serious side.......

How Effective is the Implant Contraceptive?

The implant contraceptive is a flexible tube inserted in under the skin in the upper arm and it releases progesterone for.......

New Birth Control Pill in the Pipeline

Minimal side effects is what the new 'pill' will.......

Does Birth Control Pills cause Weight Gain?

Contraception- Most women believe that birth control pills are cause weight gain. However, recent studies don’t consider birth control pills to be the main.......

How does Hormonal Contraception Work?

Contraception - Hormonal contraceptives prevent the natural process of fertilisation and baby growth in women by influencing the normal hormonal functions of your.......

Contraceptive Methods after Unprotected Sex

Contraception – If you had unprotected sex and don’t want to get pregnant, fortunately there are some methods that might be tried and they have good success rate. It is better to avoid thi....

What is Emergency Contraception?

Emergency contraception helps women prevent unwanted pregnancy after she had unprotected sex. For maximum safety such measures must be taken within 72 hours of unprotected.......

Contraception for Women living with HIV

By integrating family planning and training of contraceptives’ use in HIV care programmes for women living with HIV, a lot of benefits have been.......

Pros and Cons of Contraceptive Methods

Contraception - Every contraceptive method has certain pros and cons related to it. It is important on your part to be fully aware about the risk associated with.......