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You deserve it, and it is your right to start a family when you are ready and desire to do so. Our team at Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine supports your unique life journey with an array of contraceptive management and family planning services. The safest and most appropriate method of birth control for […]
Selecting the best method of birth control is a very personal choice. It can also be a confusing one. It is important to understand your options. For long-term, but not permanent, birth control many women choose an intrauterine device (IUD), such as Mirena. What is Mirena IUD? This is a small, flexible, plastic device in […]
Many women ask what the best method of birth control is. There is no simple answer to that question. Choosing your method of birth control is a very important and very personal decision. In addition to lifestyle choices and personal preferences, your body is unique. Most birth control methods have some potential side effects. However, […]
When deciding on which birth control method to use, women have several factors they should consider. Key considerations include effectiveness, side effects, and convenience. While some birth control methods require the patient to self-manage, such as birth control pills, other plans require no effort. Intrauterine devices (IUDs), birth control implants, and permanent sterilization (hysterectomy for […]
Reproductive medicine continues to evolve as new and improved technologies, treatments and medications are developed. In the area of contraception, patients of Dr. Taryll Jenkins benefit from comprehensive care. One option worth considering is Nexplanon, an implanted form of hormonal birth control. How patients in the Katy area are benefitting from Nexplanon One of the […]
Birth control pills can seem like the perfect drug. They prevent unplanned pregnancies, can make your periods more regular and lighter, and can even improve hormonal imbalances that cause acne. While they do have great benefits, the best of which is helping users avoid pregnancy, they can also have unexpected side effects. Dr. Taryll Jenkins […]
Although having a baby can be a wonderful addition to many families, there are many times when a woman is not ready for the commitment that children require. It could be before she’s ready to have children, or after the first baby comes, when her family is complete, or maybe she never wants to have […]
Now more than ever, there are many more birth control options for women who are sexually active but who want to prevent a pregnancy. From pills to patches and condoms to diaphragms, each type of birth control has its own advantages and concerns. Some types of birth control come with daily or weekly requirements while […]
If having a baby is not in your immediate future, you are probably considering your options for birth control. However, just like your health overall, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to preventing pregnancy. What works for your best friend may not fit your lifestyle or the method your cousin chooses may give you side effects. […]
Women in today’s society have a host of choices when the time comes to decide on birth control, far more than what was available to women even just a few decades ago. With so many options, deciding on the right method of birth control in Katy can seem confusing. However, when you know what questions […]
There are many decisions that young ladies must make – where she wants to attend college, what she wants major in, where she wants to work, which parts of the world she’s determined to visit. One more decision that many young female adults face is about whether or not to go on birth control. Dr. […]
For women who want to avoid pregnancy or delay expanding their family, birth control becomes unavoidable when they are involved in intimate relationships. There are many options out there for patients to choose from. Katy, TX area patients who are interested in finding the safest and most effective birth control for their specific needs and […]