Birth Control

Choosing your method of birth control is not just an issue of sexual health, but of your relationship wellness and emotional wellbeing. There are various options to consider when choosing birth control, which you need to go through with…

The birth control pill celebrated its 50th birthday in 2010, a contraceptive that completely changed and revolutionised the world of female orientated contraception. By 1978, birth control was freely prescribed to both married and single…

The morning after pill is designed to prevent pregnancy when you have a sexual mishap. This may be that you have foolishly had unprotected sex, or that you have had an accident with your birth control, but they can work up to 120 hours…

As a parent, nothing wreaks havoc on your mental wellness more than the idea that your teenagers are having sex. Unfortunately, however, teen sexual health is a pressing issue, with research showing that many teenagers are sexually active…

You may have heard that spermicides can help protect your sexual health and wellness, but what exactly are they? You get spermicides in all different forms, from creams, gels and foams to films and suppositories. Spermicides protect your…

It’s important to take control of your sexual health and wellness, but the more obvious choices, such as the Pill, don’t always appeal to some women. If you have trouble swallowing pills or you won’t remember to take the Pill at the same…

You want to take control of your sexual health and wellness, but you know you’re going to forget to take the Pill at the same time every day, or you have trouble swallowing pills. If this sounds like you, and you’re comfortable enough with…

The worries of birth control side effects concern many young people, but there are so many options that are safe, effective and reliable. Contraception offers a number of options to suit you, whether you want something daily, monthly or…

There are so many methods of birth control out there, but how do you know which is best for your sexual health and wellness. While condoms are the ONLY birth control method that protects your wellbeing against sexually transmitted…

Taking care of your sexual health and wellness means using protection whenever you have sex. While a lot of women turn to the Pill to prevent pregnancy, some find that this adversely affects their wellbeing, while others simply forget to…

Sex comes with the consideration of contraception, and while it may seem like it’s a burden, it’s surprising how far its developed in just the last century. And with that, there’s even more innovations to come. From the early days of…

You may feel at your most sexual when slinking around in a pair of glamorous high heels, but did you know that this simple item of clothing could actually have a damaging effect on your wellness and wellbeing? A recent study…

Have you had problems with your sex drive recently? It could be that some common prescription medication is to blame for the drop off in your desire. Having a low libido can have a damaging effect on your sexual health, and can also affect…

A new relationship can be a wonderful boost to your wellbeing, but there are certain sexual health and wellness concerns to consider. Before you jump into bed with someone new, you need to make sure that you’re ready for sex, both…

Now you’ve got a new little person’s wellbeing to watch out for, sex after pregnancy might be the last thing on your mind. However, at some point you will start to think about your sexual health again, and you need to understand…

The ups-and-downs of birth control are as lucid as they are useful, with sexually-active couples taking advantage of a clean and healthy method to preventing problems. With teenagers, being sexually-active is as familiar to them…

Go to Source COUNTY - A lack of sexual health services in rural areas affects confidentiality and can be extra challenging for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning) youth, says a coordinator of the…

The contraceptive pill has hit the headlines recently for worrying claims that it could be a harmful medication. In a study carried out by Indiana University, researchers discovered that women taking the contraceptive pill felt less sexy…

There are a number of reasons why you may want to make a change to your birth control - maybe you've realised that you're not one for remembering to pop a pill every day, or you're worried about the side effects of whatever contraceptive…

While medication can certainly help your sexual health (hello, Viagra!), there are some drugs that actually threaten your sexual wellness with a low libido. If you suspect that your wellbeing has been affected in this way, talk to…

Over 150 million women around the world use birth control pills, yet while they are convenient there are also health risks attached to them. These side effects can be fluctuating weight, breast cancer, irregular periods and mood swings.…

There are some methods of birth control that are understood by almost everyone. Condoms and the birth control pill are two of the most popular birth control methods and they are widely known to be effective in stopping unwanted outcomes…

Practicing safe sex is one of the most important things that you can do. And while there are many different methods of birth control, by far the most popular has been proven to be the condom. A report on the methods used also showed…

Condoms are a popular form of birth control and have the added advantage they can protect us from sexually transmitted infections. Every year in the US, the country celebrates National Condom Week, which sees lots of people being given free…

Yeast infections are a common ailment, affecting the sexual wellness and wellbeing of millions of women every year. They tend to recur as well, and can make having a normal sex life quite difficult and uncomfortable. One of the…

Choosing your method of birth control is not just an issue of sexual health, but of your overall wellbeing. There are various options to consider when choosing birth control, which you need to go through with your partner to ensure you make…

Natural family planning is a method of birth control using natural signs to show when a woman is least and most fertile during her menstrual cycle. Also known as fertility awareness, natural family planning is practised by couples who don’t…

While for every woman menstruation isn’t a fun time of the month, they realise that it is an important process. When, one month, it suddenly doesn’t show, it highlights the importance even further. What are the causes of irregular periods…

Birth control has come a long way, there’s no denying that. New birth control pills have less side effects, condoms are stronger and less prone to split, the injection can provide protection for months at a time after just one treatment and…

If you are depressed or simply feeling a bit stressed, you may be finding it harder to keep on top of daily tasks. If one of those daily tasks is to take your birth control pill, not keeping up to date with it can result in an unwanted…