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In Conversation with Reya: Empowerment and Autonomy in the Birth Control Sector

Her Campus
Jan 9, 2022
1 min read

Updated: Nov 11, 2024

We’ve all been there. Sitting anxiously in an OB-GYN office for the first time, unsure of how to advocate for ourselves, and waiting for a doctor to prescribe us a form of birth control....

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A text-based graphic explaining the relationship between birth control and weight gain. It highlights that most hormonal contraceptives, like pills, patches, rings, and IUDs, do not cause significant weight gain. Weight fluctuations may occur due to temporary water retention from estrogen or increased appetite from progestin. However, Depo-Provera (the shot) has been linked to weight gain due to increased body fat. The post emphasizes that birth control affects everyone differently and encourages discussing concerns with a doctor. Reya Health offers support in choosing the right contraceptive.

Ask Reya: Does Birth Control Cause Weight Gain?

Blog explaining that you can skip your sugar pills while taking oral contraception. The NHS has confirmed that Continous Use is safe, which is the act of skipping sugar pills while on the birth control pill.

Ask Reya: Can I Skip My Period on Birth Control?

Canadian-made Reya Health app helps match women with the right birth control

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