Planning Your Parenthood

In this candid, evidence-based conversation, Elizabeth and AnnMarie dive into one of the most practical and empowering topics in reproductive health - contraception. From abstinence to IUDs and everything in between, they explore how knowledge, choice and autonomy intersect in planning one’s reproductive future. Together, they break down: Why informed decision-making is essential to reproductive autonomy The full spectrum of contraceptive options — hormonal, non-hormonal, and permanent Common myths and real-world effectiveness rates The importance of comprehensive, age-appropriate sex education ASRM and ESHRE recommendations for contraceptive counseling and access How systemic inequities and policy gaps still shape who gets to make empowered choices With humor, data, and compassion, Elizabeth and AnnMarie guide listeners through the science and the stigma ... debunking misconceptions, sharing clinical insight and calling for equity in reproductive healthcare. Because planning your parenthood shouldn’t be political — it should be personal, informed, and supported by science. Listen if you want to understand your contraceptive options, learn how to talk to your teen (or your partner) about birth control, or simply explore how evidence-based medicine and reproductive justice intersect. References: American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Practice Committee Guidelines; European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) Position Statements on Contraceptive Care; Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health Studies on Comprehensive Sex Education.