Birth Control and Pregnancy

Compare the failure rates of all the major birth control options. For each type of birth control, pregnancy rates for perfect use and actual use are listed.

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Learn about a recent study which found that previous use of the Pill (even long-term) did not affect ability to become pregnant after birth control was discontinued.

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IUD and ectopic pregnancy

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Pregnancy with birth control IUD is rare and experts argue whether ectopic pregnancy(outside the uterus) occurs more often with IUDs. This site explains this complex subject.

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Ready to stop using birth control? This article explains how to end each major type of birth control before pregnancy.

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In this interview, an MD answers a wide range of questions from patients about trying to become pregnant after birth control. Covers fertility, charting and concerns.

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Answers many concerns about becoming pregnant on birth control including taking pills late, accuracy of a pregnancy test and risks to the fetus.

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Finished with birth control and ready for pregnancy? Find out what to expect when you discontinue oral contraceptives.

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Talk to your doctor about postpartum birth control while you're still pregnant. This article advises you about many different options for birth control after pregnancy.

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Discover how each of the major types of birth control prevents pregnancy with this neat visual interactive.

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