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Nov 15, 2023
Thanks, Birth Control Day 2023
Today, we celebrate our beloved birth control in honor of #ThxBirthControlDay! What better way to celebrate than by freshening up on all the reasons why we love birth control?
Nov 13, 2023
Avoid Birth Control Shipping Delays this Holiday Season
Don't let your birth control get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season! Check out our pro tip for how to avoid holiday shipping delays.
Nov 08, 2023
Birth Control and Acne Prevention
Did you know that in addition to pregnancy prevention, birth control can also help clear your skin? That's right, acne prevention is one of many benefits of taking this type of birth control.
Oct 31, 2023
What Causes UTIs?
Ouch! It's that feeling when another UTI is coming on. No one likes getting a UTI, yet they're actually pretty common. So, what actually causes them?
Oct 23, 2023
Birth Control Then and Now
Once there was only one birth control clinic. Now, you can order birth control from your phone. A lot can change in 107 years!
Oct 20, 2023
Breast-Self Awareness Saves Lives – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and what better time than now to take charge of your health? Discover the importance of breast self-awareness and how to recognize early signs of breast cancer. Your health matters - start taking proactive steps...
Oct 13, 2023
Why Is It So Hard to Get Birth Control?
Struggling to access affordable birth control due to small-town stigmas, long work hours, and other barriers? Discover how Planned Parenthood Direct is breaking down obstacles to reproductive care - because everyone deserves quality healthcare on their...
Oct 13, 2023
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
While the exact cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is unknown and there is no cure, there are ways to improve symptoms to make the condition less debilitating.
Oct 02, 2023
Birth Control Options with Planned Parenthood Direct
The pill & the patch & the ring, oh my! Luckily, choosing a birth control method is as easy as 1-2-3 with the Planned Parenthood Direct app.
Oct 01, 2023
Finding The Best Birth Control Method for You
Deciding which birth control method to use isn't a one size fits all approach! Here is your complete guide on which questions to ask yourself.
Sep 30, 2023
Birth Control FAQs: The Pill
How do birth control pills prevent pregnancy? Does the pill protect against STDs? How effective is the pill? We've got the answers to all your frequently asked birth control pill questions.
Sep 29, 2023
Birth Control FAQs: The Ring
What is the birth control ring? How does the ring prevent pregnancy? How do I make the ring work best for me? We've got the answers to all your frequently asked birth control ring questions.

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