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How can the birth control pill prevent pregnancy?
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Stop ovulation: The hormones in birth control pills stop your ovaries from releasing an egg, from ovulating, so you don't get pregnant. Missing several pills can allow an egg to ovulate, which is why it is so important to not miss pills.
Answered 10/4/2016
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