Birth Control

10 Things to Know About Birth Control

10 Things to Know About Birth Control

October 17, 2018

How much do you know about birth control? Granted, plenty of people have a basic understanding of what they do: serve as contraception. But could you identify the type that would serve you best? And are you aware of the other purposes for it? The following blog is an overview of the most popular methods […]

A Brief History of Birth Control

A Brief History of Birth Control

April 28, 2016

Contraception has a long history. “For as long as men and women have been making babies, they’ve been trying not to,” states historian Jonathan Eig in his recent book, “The Birth of the Pill: How Four Crusaders Reinvented Sex and Launched a Revolution.” Ancient Methods of Birth Control The oldest method of birth control is […]

Stopping Your Period With the Pill: What You Need to Know

Stopping Your Period With the Pill: What You Need to Know

December 12, 2015

If you are a woman who has wondered whether or not it is safe to stop having your period while on the pill, wonder no more. It is absolutely possible and safe for many women, however it is important to understand what to expect. The Facts You do not actually have your period when you […]

What Kind Of Birth Control Is Right for Me?

Which Birth Control is Best for Me?

January 21, 2015

Picking between contraceptives can be a bit overwhelming. Today, there are so many different options out there, how do you know which one is right? At OB-GYN Women’s Centre, we help women answer this question every day. Every woman’s body and needs are different, so it’s important to know what will work for you. Pros […]