Birth Control
People have used birth control methods for thousands of years. Today, we have many safe and effective birth control methods available to us. All of us who need birth control want to find the method that is best for us. And each of us has different needs when choosing a method. If you are trying to choose, learning about each method may help you make your decision. Use the articles about birth control methods to learn about different methods. Only you can decide what is best for you. And we are here to help.
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