The Lowdown on the COVID-19 vaccine, periods and fertility: Your questions answered

In partnership with the NHS we sat down with Reproductive Immunologist Dr Viki Male, and Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Fatima Husain, to discuss the latest research on the COVID-19 vaccine, fertility and periods. Here’s what we learned.
Breastfeeding as contraception – is it reliable?

Breastfeeding is 98% effective as a method of contraception if done correctly; cool, right? Get the lowdown on the criteria for following the Lactational Amenorrhoea Method (LAM) and the science behind it.
COVID-19 Vaccine and the Impact on Fertility Awareness Methods

In this blog, fertility awareness practitioner, Sarah Panzetta, shares insights on the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) of contraception.
Ovulation pain: what’s normal and what’s not

For some women, ovulation pain is short-lived, but for others, it may be a longer-lasting discomfort. Get the lowdown on what’s normal and when to speak to a doctor.
Contraception and the return to fertility

When it comes to contraception, avoiding pregnancy is most likely the first thing on your mind. But what happens when you want to come off it when you are actively looking to get pregnant? Is fertility affected by the pill? We give you all the info.
COVID-19, the vaccine, fertility and periods – your questions answered

As younger people start booking in for their COVID-19 vaccinations, we’ve noticed many of you have concerns about periods and fertility (…those things which affect young women a lot!). We’re also aware that many “theories” are being bandied around the internet and social media. Here are the facts to answer your burning questions.
The Lowdown on fertility

The Lowdown on Fertility
Pregnancy and the COVID-19 vaccine

If you are pregnant or think you might be, we can completely understand why you’ll have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. That’s why we’re sharing some helpful information from the professionals at NHS England, to help you be better informed about how it all works!
My contraceptive experience: The injection and fertility

The Lowdown was contacted by Shannon who came across our website when searching for other women’s experiences of coming off the contraceptive injection.
Can you get pregnant on the birth control pill?

What can effect your contraceptive pill?