View our slide show to see the most common children's rashes and skin conditions and learn about symptoms and treatment. Small white pimples, usually on the cheeks and sometimes on the forehead, the chin, and even the back of a newborn. May be surrounded by reddish skin.
The birth control shot is a long-acting form of progesterone, a hormone that is naturally manufactured in the ovaries. The shot is given as an injection in the upper arm or in the buttocks once every 3 months to protect a female from becoming pregnant.
Birth Control Shot. The birth control shot, known as Depo Provera, is a hormonal injection that protects against pregnancy for three months. For the typical couple, it is more effective than the birth control pill -- only 3% of users get pregnant in a year. Pros: Only injected four times per year, highly effective. Cons: Cost (about $240 per year), may cause spotting and other side effects.