There are many different birth control methods that all work in different ways. View our articles that explain the various forms of birth control and offer detailed information about how they all work.
IUDs are one of the most common forms of birth control, gaining popularity because of their convenience, reliability, and long-lasting effects. An IUD insertion must be completed by a professional healthcare provider, such as our OBGYNs in Chapel Hill and Durham. But can you remove your IUD yourself? Failure to understand the risks and complications […]
Many of our patients opt for hormonal birth control because of its success in preventing pregnancy, but how do these contraceptives affect mental health? These birth control options include: the pill, the vaginal ring, contraceptive coils, and the skin patch. By working with hormone levels, these birth control methods prevent eggs from being released. But […]
Updated October 2021 IUDs are trending, as they are slowly becoming one of the most popular forms of birth control in America. This is mainly due to the convenience of not having to worry about birth control for up to 10 years. However, many women may still wonder: How does an IUD work? We’ve got […]
You just realized that you forgot to take your birth control pill. We have some words of advice for you: Don’t panic. We’ve got the information you need to help you if you’ve missed a birth control pill. There are many effective forms of birth control, but for them to truly be effective, they must […]
It’s one of the most difficult conversations you’ll have with your daughter—but it’s also one of the most important. We feel that conversations about consent, respectful relationships, and safer sex are important regardless of your child’s gender. This blog will be addressing many hormonal forms of birth control; therefore, we will be focused mainly on […]
The IUD or the pill? Nexplanon or condoms? Today’s women have more options for birth control than ever, and as a result, they have more questions than ever. We’re pleased to be able to help them as Chapel Hill and Durham’s leading birth control location. “The key thing to realize is that birth control can […]
You just realized that you forgot to take your birth control pill. We have some words of advice for you: Don’t panic. We’ve got the information you need to help you if you’ve missed your birth control pill. There are many effective forms of birth control, but for them to truly be effective, they must […]
Are you concerned that your period is not normal?
Maybe you’ve compared notes with some of your friends, and you’ve noticed that you have heavy bleeding from periods, while they only have light spotting. The truth is, your period holds the key to your gynecological health, and understanding what constitutes an abnormal period enables you to accurately evaluate your menstrual health.
“If I douche with Coke, I won’t get pregnant.” Some birth control myths seem silly. In reference to the one above, douching – with anything – will not kill sperm. Still, many convincing contraception myths remain. Understanding the truth about birth control methods—such as an IUD or Implanon— can help you separate fact from fiction. […]
There are several options for women who are considering permanent birth control, from advanced, minimally invasive procedures to nonsurgical techniques. These techniques are highly effective: less than 1 out of 100 women will become pregnant one year after a sterilization procedure. (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)
Our primary recommendation for permanent birth control is a laparoscopic tubal ligation. However, there are several effective alternatives for women who want permanent or long-term birth control.