In the past, it was thought that oral contraceptives could only be safely taken for a 10-year period and not past age 40. Studies now show that oral contraceptives can safely be taken until menopause with no limitations. As long as you do not smoke or have hypertension, you can take oral contraceptives for the […]
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Did you know that tracking your fertile days can increase your chances of getting pregnant? Or even help you figure out which days to avoid having intercourse so that you don’t get pregnant? Whether you’ve just started your journey of trying to conceive, have been try for a while without success, or aren’t quite ready to start […]
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Let us walk you through the many options for birth control tailored specifically to your age group. Starting with women in their 20s to women over 40, we discuss a variety of options that may work best for your age, lifestyle, and your body. Your Walnut Hill physician will also help you pick the birth […]
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Once you’ve hit your 20s, you have probably had the discussion with your OBGYN about sexual health and preventing pregnancy. However, there are so many types of birth control out there, you may be wondering which type works best for your lifestyle right now. Whether it be college or starting your career, it’s important to […]
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So you’ve hit your 30s, and depending on where you are in life, you may be looking for a variety of different qualities in your birth control. If you are in-between having kids, you may be looking for contraception momentarily. However, if you have already been there, done that, you may be looking for something […]
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We said it once, we’ll say it again. This isn’t the first time we’ve talked about birth control for women over 40, and it probably won’t be the last. In case you’ve forgotten what you need to know, we’re here to refresh you. Let’s start with a recap of what your body—sex drive, menopause, and […]
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It’s no secret that navigating birth control options can be terrifying: each body is built differently, meaning what works for your best friend, your mother, or even what worked for you in the past may not work for you now. If you’ve been considering the IUD—an intra-uterine device—there are a few things you need to […]
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Whether you’ve been on birth control pills for just a few months or are a dedicated user of a decade or more, your body will likely need time to adjust once you stop. From wildly fluctuating hormones to a return to whatever your pre-pill menstrual cycle looked like, the symptoms you’ll experience can vary widely. […]
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Now that drones are set to deliver mail, it would seem like there isn’t much left separating us from The Jetsons. Even in healthcare, new developments are consistently being made: although studies need to be replicated several times over to be proven, there’s still overwhelming evidence that we’re making a lot of progress. The Huffington […]
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Birth control got you down? You don’t want children just yet, but you don’t want to be stuck with cramps and vomiting, either. Enter: birth control. After a long, laborious process of choosing the method that best fits your lifestyle and needs, you’re content to think it’s going to be puppies and kittens from now […]
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We’ve talked about birth control if you’re over 40, but what about if you’re just starting out? The world of birth control can be difficult to navigate, with several different options and possible side effects. You’re a busy woman, and we understand that you may not have time to play trial-and-error. Here’s what you need […]
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Choosing a method of birth control is a highly personal decision, based on individual preferences, medical history, lifestyle, and other factors. Each method carries with it a number of risks and benefits of which the user should be aware. Each method of birth control has a failure rate–an inability to prevent pregnancy over a 1-year […]
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Contraceptive options for women over age 40 are similar to those for a younger woman. Types of contraception include: Barrier Contraception Spermicide – spermicide is a jelly or cream that is toxic to sperm. It is placed into the vagina before each episode of intercourse. The effectiveness rate is 74% to 94%. Condoms – condoms […]
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