When you are ready for it – and when you plan for it – pregnancy can be a wonderful experience. But for many young people, pregnancy is often not planned, and sometimes not wanted. If you find yourself facing an unintended pregnancy (or worried you might be), here are some FAQs to common questions.
It's YOUR (Sex) Life (IYSL). Being in control and smart about the choices you make in your life — and that includes about sex — is what IYSL is all about.
MTV ‘s new hour long series, 16 and Pregnant, follows 6 teen mothers-to-be as they navigate the not so easy adolescent years— all while being pregnant. If you're 16 and Pregnant, nothing will ever be the same. Find out how to prevent unintended pregnancy and keep your sex life healthy.
Got questions? Check out our FAQ’s on the right. Don’t see the answer you’re looking for? You may find what you need on the other sections of this site- Protection, Talk About It, Get Yourself Tested (GYT).
WHAT WORKS / WHAT DOESN'T WORK CHART
When it comes to preventing pregnancy and STDs, It’s YOUR (Sex) Life has the low down on What Works and What Doesn’t .
STD's THE COMPLETE LOW DOWN
STDs – sexually transmitted diseases or infections, also called STIs. There are many different kinds of STDs—and they are more common than you may think. By age 25, one in two sexually active people will have one. Most won’t know it. The good news: all STDs, including HIV, are treatable, and many, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, are curable. It’s YOUR (Sex) Life sums it all up for you, including symptoms (when there are any) and treatment options. Check out more STD's The Complete Low Down.