If you started using the transdermal patch (Xulane), birth control implant (Nexplanon), or hormonal IUD (Kyleena, Liletta, Mirena, and Skyla) within the first five days of your period, there's no ...

Traditional birth control shots already exist and are more accessible than the contraceptive implant because patients can give themselves the shots without having to visit a hospital or medical ...

To help get you thinking about the types of birth control out there, here’s a breakdown of some of the most popular methods ...

Do not try to remove it at home. Nexplanon, a progestin-only birth control implant, releases progestin for three years. However, you can have it removed early if you want to get pregnant.