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Our space to share everything from contraceptive guides to period talk
IUS vs IUD – which coil is right for you?
Hormonal coil, non-hormonal coil – what even is the difference?!
Most common side effects of the combined pill
While many females take the combined pill for non-sex related reasons, one of the most popular questions asked about the contraceptive pill seems to focus around its side effects?
How do I delay my period?
Whether you’re off on holiday or you just can’t face the cramps that month sometimes you need to delay your period – and here’s how.
Bleeding after sex – causes, treatment and when to call your GP
Bleeding after sex, also known as post-coital bleeding, is in most cases nothing to worry about, but in some rare cases it may be a sign of something more serious – we spill all on the common causes and when to see a doctor.
Natural contraception – how does it work?
Many females find themselves opting for natural methods instead of the pill. By tracking your cycle and using apps, natural family planning can be effective.
Female sterilization – fact VS fiction
Who knows what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to sterilization – so we’ve cleared it up for you
Sayana Press vs Depo Provera; what is the best contraceptive injection?
Depo -Provera and Sayana Press are similar in many ways, but what are the differences?
Attitudes towards women’s health – are they shifting?
Lots of women feel uncomfortable discussing gynaecological problems such as sexually transmitted diseases, periods and atypical changes (e.g. in discharge, smell etc.) which could be
Concerning Contraception – Short Documentary
Concerning Contraception is a short documentary that reveals what we know, and more importantly what we don’t, about the mood side effects of hormonal contraception for many young women.
The male vasectomy – most common side effects and reviews
Thinking about getting the male vasectomy? As a form of contraception that is, in most cases, permanent, it is something to seriously think about. Here, The Lowdown reveals all.
The Lowdown’s Condom Giveaway
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Contraceptive implant – a guide to fitting and removal
With the contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) needing to be fitted under the skin in your arm, it can feel like one of the more daunting contraceptives