Chances are you lead a really busy life, but we all know how important it is to look after ourselves, particularly when things get hectic. Obviously it's really important to get your contraception right and it's worth taking some time to look at your options. Not all types of pill are the same. As well as being a highly effective contraceptive, the pill can help you plan your periods as well as giving relief from fluid retention, bloating and some can even help you with your skin. You'll find some information about what the pill does and how it works below, but if you want to check out other types of contraception take a look at our complete guide,
which you can find here