If you’re considering birth control for the first time, or you’re looking to switch up the type of birth control you already have, finding the type of contraception that’s right for your body can feel ...

(CNN) — About two years after the US Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the United States, a new study suggests that many people who may not have ...

Extended-cycle birth control pills involve taking one “active” pill daily for around 84 days before pausing for a 7-day break for withdrawal bleeding. After the break, the person begins taking the ...

Birth control pills are a highly effective way to prevent pregnancy, but some foods and supplements can interfere with how the pills work or increase the risk of unwanted side effects.

Medically reviewed by Alyssa Dweck, MS, MD, FACOG Key Points When stopping birth control, your cycle may take time to return ...