When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Morning-after pills, such as Plan B, can be more than 95% effective at preventing pregnancy when ...

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 ...

The anticipation of a Republican-controlled government with Donald Trump serving a second term as president has left some women fearful over access to reproductive healthcare. On the day after Trump's ...

Wondering if birth control pills work on ovulation day Read ahead to find out how they prevent pregnancy and what the side ...

As much as people might try, things don’t always go to plan when it comes to sex – the condom breaks, someone forgot to take their pill that day, or people just get a bit lost in the moment. Not ...

The contraceptive pill may impair the fear-regulating regions of a woman's brain, new research has revealed. Combined oral contraceptive (COC) pills prevent pregnancy, mainly by stopping ovulation ...

Inconsistent use of oral contraceptives (OCs) exposes women to risks of unintended pregnancy. This study explored women's self-described reasons for missed OC pills. Data from diary cards completed by ...

Morning-after pills — perhaps best known by the brand name Plan B — are emergency contraceptives that can help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. However, myths and misinformation abound about ...