Birth Control Is the practice of preventing unwanted pregnancies .
How effective is it?
Of 100 women who use this method each year, about 5 women are likely to get
pregnant. The risk of pregnancy is much less for women who take the pill
correctly (every day at about the same time). The pill may be less effective in
women who are very overweight. Talk with your health care provider if you have
any questions about birth control pills.
Advantages of the pill
The pill is easy to use and doesn't require that you ask a male
partner. Birth control pills are safe and work well in preventing pregnancy. Using the
pill means you don't have to think about birth control when you want to have
sex.Combination pills may offer other benefits that include fewer menstrual
cramps, less acne, and stronger bones. They can also reduce the risk of some
cancers that affect reproductive organs.