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Hot and Unbothered Over Hormonal Birth Control

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Oct 8, 2025
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Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell
Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a board-certified family physician and host of Beyond Clinical Walls, joins the discussion on hormonal birth control, debunking common myths and shedding light on health impacts. She emphasizes the importance of choosing the right contraceptive based on individual health and lifestyle. The conversation touches on the safety of skipping periods, the reassuring evidence on long-term fertility, and how hormonal birth control may lower certain cancer risks. Dr. Curry-Winchell also advocates for self-advocacy in healthcare decisions.
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ADVICE

Make A Health Playbook First

  • Take inventory of your priorities, family history, and lifestyle before choosing birth control.
  • Discuss those items with your doctor to pick a method that fits your goals and risks.
INSIGHT

Three Broad Birth Control Categories

  • Birth control falls into hormonal (estrogen/progestin), non-hormonal (copper IUD), and fertility-tracking methods.
  • Each category has different mechanisms, durations, and suitability depending on the person.
ADVICE

Use Fertility Tracking Only If Cycles Are Regular

  • If you consider fertility-awareness methods, ensure you have a regular cycle and can track temperature and timing consistently.
  • Avoid relying on these methods if your cycles are irregular or you need high contraceptive reliability.
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