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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.

• Talking to Your Partner About STDs for Teens

  
  

  You know you should talk about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) before the action starts. But what if the thought of having "the talk" makes you nervous? These tips can help.

• Abstinence for Teens

  
  

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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).

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

  
  

  It's possible to get pregnant if you have sex during your period. This is because of ovulation, the time each month when ovaries release an egg. Find out more.