Today on Start the Talks, we are discussing all things contraception (birth control) with Dr. Sara Cole, a sexuality professor at the University of Central Oklahoma. Dr. Cole holds a PhD in Health Behavior, Health Promotion, and Human Sexuality and is a Master Certified Health Education Specialist. Having studied human sexuality  at great lengths, she is our expert on today's episode. Join us as we cover different types of birth control, how they work, and what to consider when choosing which one is right for you!

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Start the Talks Podcast is presented by Teen emPower! Inc. with theme and background music from Prismatica in Apple GarageBand and Bensound.com with editing done by Aicha Diop. This podcast was supported by Award No. 1 TP1AH000240-01-00 from the Office of Populations Affairs. Teen emPower! Is a registered 501c3 Nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower, educate, and motivate adolescents to make informed decisions for their sexual health.

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