Birth Control FAQ

The best method is the method that works for you.

Got questions about birth control (BC)? With so many kinds of BC out there to choose from, who doesn’t? Learn all you need to know about BC and how to get it below.  Remember, most BC options protect against pregnancy but DON’T protect against STDs, so make sure to use a condom.  And, if you’re worried about the $$, don’t be.  Teens can get most or all of their BC covered without insurance.  Talk to your parents or visit a clinic confidentially for more information.

Click a question to compare methods. Or, read up on a specific method by clicking the boxes below.

Birth Control

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