Birth Control Myths
Are you thinking about taking birth control but are worried about some of the “myths” you’ve heard about it? Or maybe you’ve been on the pill for years, are ready for a baby and are worried it’s messed up your hormones? Well, it’s time to debunk 10 of the biggest birth control myths! Birth control makes you gain weight: It’s true that birth control can make you retain a little water but it’s been debunked that you gain weight because of the pill. Although, birth control shots can actually make you gain a little extra weight. The pill doesn’t need to be taken at the same time: Although it’s good to stay on a strict schedule with your estrogen and progesterone birth control but if you’re a few hours late, you won’t be at risk for pregnancy. The longer you take it, the harder it is to pregnant: Birth control pills do not harm your chance of getting pregnant. In fact, many women who stop the pill can actually get pregnant as soon as they’re off. It may take some time to get a natura...