Types of Birth Control Pills

An in-depth article about birth control and perimenopause, and types of birth control pills that are best for perimenopausal women.

London scientists are working on a new type of birth control pill - one that's designed for men. How well will it work?

All types of birth control pills, regardless of hormone levels, reduce risk of certain cancers - just don't take them for longer than eight years!

A new type of birth control pill can stop your period completely, but what's the trade-off and what are the long term risks?

Some types of birth control pills are approved for acne treatment - find out which brands are best for acne, and how they work.

A study comparing different types of birth control found that birth control pills don't cause weight gain - even your doctor might get this one wrong.

Start with this great overview of different types of birth control pills, how they work,and the risks and advantages of each.

A FAQ page with a wealth of information about different types of birth control pills and the possible problems that could arise - check it out!

A new type of birth control pill for women who don't like to swallow pills - this one's spearmint flavored and chewable.

Here are the types of birth control pills least likely to cause weight gain, and don't worry - they are all equally effective at preventing pregnancy.