Natural family planning, barriers, hormonal methods, copper IUDs, and permanent sterilization have varying degrees of effectiveness. Family planning involves tracking fertility cycles and sexual ...

Birth control effectiveness varies by method, with implants, IUDs, and sterilization preventing pregnancy over 99% of the time. Pills, patches, and condoms are also reliable but depend more on correct ...

Kristin Weiland is a documentary film producer and writer with a background in crisis management and ethnographic research. She specializes in investigative and social impact documentary projects, and ...

Nothing’s scarier than a pregnancy scare — that is, if that’s not what you want in this stage of life. If you’re currently ...

IUDs aren't dangerous anymore, emergency contraception is available over the counter, and you may be surprised how long condoms have been with us. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, ...

The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...