Did you know that the pill was the very first medication that was prescribed to perfectly healthy women to treat something that was not a health problem?  Instead, it works by shutting down a completely natural process of the female body – ovulation.  The pill has been responsible for many changes in our society since it was first put on the market in 1960 and it’s now estimated that there are about 10 million women using the pill worldwide.  But, how well do you really know what effect that tiny little pill is actually having on your body?  Here’s What We’re Talking About:How the pill actually works to prevent pregnancy.Long & short-term side effects of hormonal contraception.How long it takes for your fertility to return after stopping hormonal contraception.How to come off the Pill without freaking out about unplanned pregnancy. ________________ Read the show notes, including a transcript of this episode with all links and resources HEREDM Rachel on Instagram: @fertilitycoSupport the showWhenever you're ready, here's a few ways I can help you! Just getting started?Get my Fertility Roadmap – My simple 3-step system to understanding your body’s natural fertile signs and pinpointing ovulation day so that you can achieve (or avoid) pregnancy. Want to know exactly when you're ovulating? Check out my Fix Your Fertility Masterclass where I share 3 simple steps to find out exactly when you're ovulating. Want a holistic preconception plan to optimise ovulation and get pregnant fast? My $47 Conceive with Confidence workshop series teaches you how to pinpoint your most fertile day in under 5 minutes and discover the quick-fix solutions you NEED if you're NOT ovulating. Want to quit the pill forever and conceive in half the time (even if your periods are irregular, unpredictable or non-existent)? Enrol in my flagship online program for the long-term fertility game, Fertility School. Want individualised support from a trained fertility educator?Book a 1:1 consultation now! I'd love to work with you to achieve your fertility goals....