The natural birth control methods are methods used to avoid any pregnancies by refraining yourself on a regular basis or by interrupting the sexual act. These methods are to be used in the fertile period of your period, therefore on the days when you can get pregnant. The fertile period can be identified observing and marking any signs such as the basic body temperature, the cervical mucus or the position of the cervix. Regardless of the method you use, you need to take into consideration the fact that the spermatozoa only lives for up to seven days, while the ovule only survives for about seventy-two hours. You can use the calendar to check out the fertile period, the body temperature and the cervical mucus. You will get even more exact results if you combine two of the methods. Continue reading ‘Natural Birth Control Methods’ »
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Overpopulation has been an issue over the years. It has been a serious problem that can lead to severe poverty. One way to control this problem is through the use of effective contraceptives. This article may be helpful in determining effective contraceptive method to use.
Here are the three most effective types of natural contraceptive methods:
Abstinence – Abstinence refers to the complete refrain from sexual intercourse. This should be a mutual understanding between partners. You should learn to delay gratification. This also helps in the prevention of any sexually transmitted diseases. Refraining from the act gives 100% full protection. Abstinence is indeed a highly recommended type of natural contraceptive method. Continue reading ‘Natural Contraceptive Methods – 3 Most Effective Types’ »
Oral contraception (the pill)
This is a set of pills usually only available on prescription. The combined pill must be taken one each day for 21 days, starting on the fifth day after menstruation begins and ending on the 25th day. During the gap when the pill is not taken, bleeding takes place.
The combined pill contains two hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which control the reproductive organs to prevent ovulation. The mini-pill contains only one hormone, progesterone, and is a useful but slightly less effective alternative for women who cannot tolerate the combined pill. Continue reading ‘Guide to the Most Common Birth Control Methods’ »
If you are about to embark in a sexual relationship for the first time or you are already sexually active but are not aware of all of the forms of contraception that are available, this article can be used as a handy and informative guide. The right form of contraception can help to keep you safe and prevent unwanted pregnancies. The most common forms that are available are as follows:
Condoms
A popular choice when it comes to staying safe, condoms are usually made of latex and act as a barrier between two partners during intercourse. They help to greatly reduce the risk of catching an STI (sexually transmitted infection) and when being used regularly there is only a very slender chance of the condom splitting, which may in some cases lead to pregnancy. They have elastic properties and are waterproof and durable. Condoms are available in a number of different guises including ultra thin, flavoured, ribbed and dotted. They can be used for penetrative intercourse as well as for oral pleasures. Female condoms are also available. Continue reading ‘Methods of Contraception’ »