The birth control pill is one of many contraceptive options available on today's market. We'll break down what you need to know.

How to use the birth control pill There are two different types of birth control pills: combination oral contraceptive pills and progestin-only pills, Gordon says.

About two years after the US Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the ...

As social media and wellness podcasters bombard young women with messages about the pill, many are questioning what they’ve ...

Extended-cycle birth control pills involve taking an active pill for extended periods of time, followed by a 7-day break for menstruation. Learn more here.

In July 2023, the FDA approved the birth control pill Opill to be available over-the-counter, making it the first nonprescription birth control pill available in the United States.

Just started birth control? Find out how long it takes before you’re fully protected, the difference between pill types, and what to do if you miss a dose.

Two years ago, the first over-the-counter birth control pill was approved. Now, new research looks at who's switching to it ...

Reproductive endocrinologists clear up misconceptions about how birth control affects polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).