The pill. You know about its most obvious benefit – keeping you out of the cast of Teen Mom. (Or maybe College Mom, I wouldn’t put it past MTV.) There are other benefits to the pill, too. But with recent news stories about risks and recalls of certain brands, how do you know if it’s safe? And how do you know if it’s the right form of birth control for you? As with any medical decision, you should always consult your doctor, but we’ve put together a list of pros and cons to help you along.

Pros

***Very effective against pregnancy if used correctly

***Makes menstrual periods more regular and lighter

***Decreases menstrual cramps and acne

***Makes you less likely to get ovarian and uterine cancer, pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts, and anemia

***Doesn’t interrupt lovemaking

CONS

***Doesn’t protect against STDs

***Cost or co-pays between $15-$50 per month

***Need to remember to take every day at the same time

***Can’t be used by women with certain medical problems or by women taking certain medications

***Can occasionally cause side effects such as nausea, increased appetite, headaches, and, very rarely, blood clots

***Need a prescription

***Should use condoms to lower the risk of STDs

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