About.com Health: How to Choose a Birth Control Method

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor There's a lot of confusion surrounding birth control methods. The plethora of options can be overwhelming, and it can be hard to know what information to trust. 10 Common Birth Control Myths Maybe that's because there are so many birth control myths floating around. Ever heard the one that claims jumping up and down after sex can prevent pregnancy? (Hint: You'll look kinda silly, and it won't work anyway.) See More About:  birth control myths  ovulation  condoms Choosing a Method That Fits Your Needs Given the myriad choices, you need to think about what works best for your lifestyle. Not everyone has the same situation or priorities, so it's not a one-size-fits-all decision. What to Know About Condoms See More About:  picking a birth control method  contraception convenience  contraception effectiveness How Your Weight Affects Contraception Effectiveness One thing you may not realize: The number on the scale can impact the effectiveness of your birth control method. The Pill and Your Weight Birth Control Methods for Overweight Women See More About:  contraception effectiveness  contraceptive failure  birth control research Why Birth Control Can Fail While many contraceptives have a high rate of effectiveness, there are times when they can fail. Learn the main reasons for birth control failure, and what to do if it happens to you. Steps to Guide You Through an Unplanned Pregnancy See More About:  contraceptive failure  missed pills  user error Health Ads Health Tips to Health Health Weight Loss Health and Nutrition Birth Control Featured Articles Write for About.com! The Link Between Smoking and Snoring Is Lasik Safe During Pregnancy? Get a Good Night's Sleep with COPD Celebrate Cancer Survivorship Foods for Healthy Skin   More from About.com Summertime in New England Whether you're into biking or ziplining, dining in style or discovering works of art, you'll find it in New England. More> London for Free Who says a visit to London has to break the bank? Discover more than 100 free things to do, see and discover. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Advertisement