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  • Birth Control: What to Know for Teens


    Before having sex, it’s important to know about birth control and protecting against unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

  • Condoms for Teens


    Condoms may be a good birth control option for couples who are responsible enough to use one each time and people who want protection against STDs.

  • Spermicide for Teens


    Spermicides should be used with another birth control method, such as condoms or a diaphragm. They be used alone but are not very effective that way.

  • Fertility Awareness for Teens


    Learn what the fertility awareness (rhythm method) of birth control is and how it works - and some of the reasons why it might not work for teens.

  • When's the Best Time to Have Sex and Avoid Pregnancy? for Teens


    Having sex when you think it’s a "safe" time can lead to an unplanned pregnancy. It’s hard to know when you're least likely to become pregnant.

  • Could I Get Pregnant if I Have Sex During My Period? for Teens


    Can females can get pregnant when they have their period? Find out.

  • Birth Control: IUDs for Parents


    An IUD is a piece of T-shaped plastic placed inside the uterus. It's a good birth control option because it lasts for many years, needs no daily care, and is very effective at preventing pregnancy.

  • Birth Control Shot for Teens


    Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Read this article about the birth control shot and find out how it works - and how well.

  • Birth Control Patch for Teens


    Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Learn what the birth control patch is, how well it works, and more.

  • Birth Control (Contraceptive) Pill for Teens


    Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Read this article to learn what birth control pills are, how well they work, and more.

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