Contraception

Alice Pelton is one of the world’s leading experts on women’s experiences with contraception and reproductive health. Since founding The Lowdown in 2019, she has become a key spokesperson for driving change in women’s health. Alice has collaborated with the UK government on women’s health policy and is frequently asked to comment on women’s health issues by media outlets, including Channel 4, Radio 4 Woman’s Hour, The Times, Daily Mail, Vice, and Wired magazine.

At The Lowdown, Alice works closely with medical directors Dr Melanie Davis-Hall and Dr Frances Yarlett, GPs who have conducted thousands of one-on-one consultations with women through The Lowdown and in their NHS roles. Together their work has provided invaluable insights into the real-life challenges women face with contraception and reproductive health. These conversations have shaped The Lowdown’s content, ensuring it reflects the voices and needs of women. Dr Davis-Hall and Dr Yarlett write or review all of the curated content on the platform and social channels, translating complex medical jargon into relatable, accessible information to help women make informed decisions about their health.