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  • Birth Control Methods: How Well Do They Work? for Teens


    Some birth control methods work better than others. This chart compares how well different birth control methods work.

  • What Can I Say to a Friend Who's Having Unprotected Sex? for Teens


    Sex is a topic that can be hard to talk about, even with friends. Here's how to start a tough talk.

  • Abstinence for Teens


    Abstinence is the only form of birth control that is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. Abstinence also protects people against STDs.

  • Withdrawal for Teens


    Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Learn about withdrawal - and whether it's effective at preventing pregnancy and STDs.

  • Can Vaginal Cleaning Prevent Pregnancy? for Teens


    Some people clean their vagina after having sex to prevent pregnancy, but it won’t work. If you decide to have sex, use reliable birth control instead.

  • 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.

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