“I don't think I've ever heard my mom say the word ‘sex' before. Then she tells me I could tell her anything, and I shouldn't keep secrets from her. It makes me so mad!”
—Jennifer, 16
Planned Parenthood
Find a Confidential Clinic Near You
A Web site featuring a database you can use to locate clinics across the country offering birth control, STD screening and other reproductive health services. Produced by the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association.
The Contraception Resource Center
http://www.arhp.org/contraceptionresources
A Web site featuring news and information about various contraceptive options. Produced by the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals.
Birth Control Comparison Chart
http://www.birth-control-comparison.info
A Web site featuring a list of available birth control devices and prophylactics, with information about their effectiveness at preventing pregnancy and disease. Produced by the Feminist Women's Health Center.
Plan B
http://www.go2planb.com/ForConsumers/Index.aspx)
The official Plan B emergency contraceptive Web site. Features information about emergency contraception (EC) and your options if your primary method of birth control fails. Offers a page in Spanish.
NOT-2-LATE.com
A Web site featuring information about emergency contraception (also known as the "morning after pill"). Can be read in English, Spanish, French or Arabic. Operated by the Office of Population Research at Princeton University.
Depo-Provera Contraceptive Injection
The official Web site for the Depo-Provera contraceptive injection. Features information about how it works, the benefits and risks of "The Shot," and more.
Jimmie Hatz
http://www.jimmiehatz.com/homeFrame.html
This Web site features information about the Jimmie Hatz condom, the self-proclaimed "Official Condom of the Hip Hop Kulture." Also includes other sexual health information and places for free expression. Produced by Common Ground USA.
Condomania
An online store featuring a huge selection of condoms, including the TheyFit custom-sized condom. Offers other sex supplies, including lubricants, dental dams, gifts and more.
FC Female Condom
A Web site with basic information about the female condom, as well as information about the life-changing potential of the female condom in developing nations where women sometimes have little control over sexual decision making. Produced by the Female Health Company.
Trojan Condoms
The official Web site for Trojan Condoms, featuring a selector to help you choose a condom, games, Trojan merchandise and more.
The Religious Institute on Sexual Morality, Justice and Healing
http://religiousinstitute.org/index.html
A progressive religious Web site featuring sexuality information for people interested in faith or already aligned to a certain religion. Be sure to check out their unique "Religious Declaration on Sexual Morality, Justice, and Healing."
sexuality and u
http://sexualityandu.ca/teens/
A Web site with sexual health information for teens. Includes a fun and games section with quizzes to test your knowledge as well as sex-related scenarios to practice decision-making skills. Produced by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada.
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
The official Web site of a group of allied faith-based organizations who support reproductive freedom. Also includes news and information about contraceptive options, abortion, and more.
Spiritual Youth for Reproductive Freedom
An advocacy group of young people of faith who support reproductive choice. The Web site features news and information about a variety of issues related to reproductive health.
Catholics for a Free Choice
A Web site for Catholics who believe that the Catholic tradition supports a woman's moral and legal right to follow her conscience in matters of sexuality and reproductive health. Includes information and resources for faith-based pro-choice advocacy.
Managing Contraception
http://www.managingcontraception.com/choice.html
A Web site featuring information about 29 contraceptives and other reproductive options for women, listed in alphabetical order. Produced by Bridging the Gap Communications.
Adolescent Health Resource Center
http://www.arhp.org/healthcareproviders/resources/rap/index.cfm
This Web page features news, resources and information relevant to teens' sexual health. Produced by the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals.
Emergency Contraception Resource Center
http://www.arhp.org/healthcareproviders/resources/ecresources/index.cfm
This Web page features news, resources and information about emergency contraception. Produced by the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals.
Get Emergency Contraception
This Planned Parenthood Web site provides four easy ways for you to get EC. It also provides lots of info about EC in general.
Young Women's Health
http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/
This information-packed Web site created by medical health professionals is intended for young women ages 12-22.
Changing Bodies, Changing Lives: A Book for Teens on Sex and Relationships
An encyclopedic book containing information about sexual health, as well as chapters on violence, eating disorders and other issues teens experience. 432 pages.
The Sex Book
A book about all aspects of sex, from "Aaah" to "Yeast Infection." 200 pages.
Center for Disease Control National Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Hotline
1-800-232-4636
Find a Planned Parenthood Clinic Near You
1-800-230-PLAN
A number to call to find a Planned Parenthood clinic near you.
Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line
1-888-SXASK
The Planned Parenthood Facts of Life Line features operators on call to give information about sexuality, STDs, relationships, alcohol and drugs, nutrition and more. Operators are available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
CDC National STD and HIV Hotline
1-800-232-4636
The CDC's National STD and HIV hotline. Operators available in English and Spanish. Available Monday-Friday 8 AM-2AM (EST). The staff can answer your questions about HIV/AIDS, herpes, HPV and all other STDs. Operated by the Center for Disease Control.
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