Effective contraception is essential for sexually active people who don't want to get pregnant and want to protect themselves against STDs. But one thing that doesn't get talked about much is how that contraception can affect your health in other ways — and for some forms of contraception, those effects can be serious. In this in-depth guide, we look at ALL the common types of contraception and break down everything you need to know about them, including their efficacy, short-term health impact, long-term health impact, and other considerations. Listen to learn which type of contraception we recommend above all, and which ones we wouldn't recommend putting in your body. Join the conversation at the written version of the article here: https://getwellbe.com/best-birth-control-with-the-least-side-effects/