The impacts of birth control and pregnancy on vaginal pH
Got symptoms and are using birth control? We examine common forms of birth control and their impact on vaginal infections and pH.
Are Coca-Cola douches a good method of birth control?
No, Coke is not a good form of birth control! We look into the scientific research on why Coca-Cola isn't going to prevent pregnancy.
Douching as a form of birth control
Douching used to be one of our only options for birth control, however we know now that douching does more damage than good. And it doesn't prevent pregnancy.
Aunt Vadge: on patch, but period is two days late
A 20-year-old is on the patch, but her period is late and she's not sure why. Is she pregnant, or is something else going on? We discuss.
How fertile is precum?
The pull-out method has been used successfully for all of humankind, but why does it work for some people and not for others? We explain.
Getting your tubes tied – female sterilisation – tubal ligation
Getting your tubes tied is now much more like getting your tubes clipped, but the result is the same: the egg cannot meet the sperm to create a pregnancy. This is called tubal ligation and female sterilisation.
Contraceptive sponges
Contraceptive sponges are one of those birth control methods that never really took off, but you can easily and cheaply make your own natural sea sponge period-blocker or contraceptive with a little know-how.
Progress on male contraceptives
We take a look at what's happening in the development of male contraceptives, which seems to be taking an unusually long time to come to fruition. Why is it so hard? We discuss.
How men can help take responsibility for no babies
Be the boss of where your first-born comes from, understand why it's best to err on the side of caution when it comes to who you trust, and what to do with a full condom.
Pregnancy tests – how to get accurate results
Understanding the ins and outs of home pregnancy tests.
What’s new in abortion rights around the world for 2018
News update on abortion law and social changes ahead for 2018.
Breakthrough bleeding
Breakthrough bleeding occurs due to the build-up of the endometrial lining that 'leaks' out when it's not supposed to under the influence of hormones.
Withdrawal bleeding
We explain why you are told to take a 7-day break from the contraceptive pill, ring or patch, and what bleeding in the middle of your cycle means when using hormone therapy.
Poland: free electronic prescriptions for emergency contraceptives from WoW
Polish women can now get free emergency contraceptive prescriptions from Women on Waves after a short online consultation.
EVENT PASSED: Barco de aborto en México – 23 de abril – Abortion ship in Mexico – until April 23 2017
An abortion ship is providing free medical abortions to women in Mexico up until 23 April 2017. Call 755 980 0548 for help.
Study: The impact of the Mirena IUD on vaginal bacteria – good, bad or indifferent?
This study found that numbers of L. crispatus before and after the IUD was inserted were more or less the same.
Study: post-BV-treatment sex life and contraceptives use matters
Worse outcomes were found in women who had the same sex partner before and after BV treatment, but better outcomes in those on oestrogen-based birth control.
PCOS: Why don’t I just take the pill to fix my hormones?
Your questions answered about how the pill works and its side-effects.
Contraceptive alternatives to the pill
Don't want to take the pill? Weigh up the pros and cons of the alternatives here...
Synthetic hormones in contraceptive pills and rings
Not sure what is in your contraceptive? Find out here.