A birth control ring is a small and flexible ring a person inserts into their vagina. The ring releases hormones that prevent pregnancy. The birth control ring is a type of hormonal contraception.

The vaginal ring (NuvaRing or Annovera) is hormonal birth control that is inserted into the vagina for three weeks at a time and is about as effective as birth control pills and hormonal patches. If ...

The vaginal contraceptive ring represents one of the more recent innovations in hormonal birth control, offering a unique delivery system that combines convenience with effectiveness. Unlike daily ...

Medically reviewed by Khadeja Haye, MDKey TakeawaysBirth control pills can take up to a week to start working if not taken on ...