Adolescence is a time of great physical, emotional, and social change. It is also a time of sexual health development as they become curious and start exploring their sexuality. This can be a confusing and overwhelming time for young people. Unfortunately, many people see the topic of sexual health as taboo. As a result, many
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The Importance of Accessible Contraception
Did you know that nearly half of all pregnancies in the United States are unintended? Even more surprising is that an even higher rate of unintended pregnancies – 75% – occurs among adolescents ages 15 to 19 years old, especially those from families with lower incomes. According to national data, 55% of American high school students
Read MoreHow to Incorporate Contraception Into Your Diet
Oral contraceptives, skin patches, and birth control injections and implants change female physiology and may alter the nutritional needs of young patients. As part of preventive healthcare, it is important to know how to improve the diet of the young, still-developing adolescents on birth control. It’s all part of responsible pregnancy prevention for sexually active
Read MoreDoes Contraception Actually Prevent Pregnancy?
The Centers for Disease Control reports that about 55 percent of teens have sex by the age of 18. Most use some form of contraception to prevent pregnancy or birth control, but these statistics raise the question, does contraception really work? Let’s look at forms of contraception, the underlying reasons for effectiveness, and where you
Read MoreChoosing The Right Birth Control Method
Sexual health awareness is an important health topic for any adolescent or young adult. One of the most important steps in sexual health awareness is choosing the right birth control method. Your child’s doctor can supply the correct information on the action and side effects of contraception so that you and your adolescent can feel
Read MoreBirth Control: Learn Everything About Birth Control
Sexual development is something every adolescent has to go through. Understanding and valuing safe sexual health is crucial at this stage in their lives. To help young people make healthy choices regarding their sexuality, parents and teenagers alike should know the details and differences among birth control methods available today. Here’s everything you need to
Read MoreAdolescent Contraception: What Are Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives?
Understanding contraceptive methods is an important life skill every adolescent must learn. In this crucial life period, parents play a critical role in easing the topic of sexual and reproductive health. It will help ensure they make safe and healthy decisions and prepare them for adulthood. To make the conversation effective, parents must be well-informed
Read MoreContraception for Teens: What You Need to Know
Sexual development is a milestone in a child’s life that can begin as early as age ten. While some of the most notable signs of puberty tend to occur later in the teen years, children should learn about sexual health at the onset of this developmental phase. Children going through puberty should be aware of
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