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Madeline Gerbracht in Emme

Jul 26, 2018

Starting the Pill: What to Expect in the First Few Days, Weeks, and Months

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Rachel Kang in Emme

Jul 6, 2018

The Secret Life of Placebo Pills

When I was prescribed birth control pills for the first time, my doctor spent roughly 5 minutes…

Madeline Gerbracht in Emme

Aug 10, 2018

Skipping My Period on the Pill: Is It Safe?

Short answer: Yes!

But you probably want the long answer too, so here it is.

Emme in Emme

Jul 18, 2019

A complete guide to what happens during a pelvic exam

Here’s what happens during a pelvic exam.

Emme in Emme

Jun 27, 2019

Pregnancy Tests: Your Most Common Questions Answered

The Inside Scoop on the Difference between Combination Birth Control Pill and Progestin-Only Pill

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Starting the Pill: What to Expect in the First Few Days, Weeks, and Months

The Secret Life of Placebo Pills

Skipping My Period on the Pill: Is It Safe?

A complete guide to what happens during a pelvic exam

Here’s what happens during a pelvic exam.

Pregnancy Tests: Your Most Common Questions Answered

Thinking of taking a pregnancy test? Here’s what…

If Your Cramps Feel Like a Nuclear Explosion, it Might be Endometriosis

What to do when you’ve missed your birth control pill..again!

Period Hacks: what to expect before, during and after your first period

Birth Control Tips and Tricks for Every Girl with the Travel Bug

The Inside Scoop on the Difference between Combination Birth Control Pill and Progestin-Only Pill