Birth Control Methods

Pregnancy is a joyful and memorable event but only if it is a planned one. Keep in mind that along with the joys of pregnancy come big responsibilities. If you are not yet ready for the responsibilities that come with it, then it is recommended that you avoid unplanned pregnancy. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to prevent unplanned pregnancy. These are as follows:

Take birth control pills

Birth control pills work by blocking the hormones that stimulate ovulation. This is considered to be the most effective birth control method but can only be taken under medical prescription.

Use Intrauterine device

Intrauterine Device or IUD is a contraceptive implant that is inserted into the uterus and can be effective for 5 to 10 years. But it comes with some downsides including menstrual cramps and abnormal menstrual bleeding.

Wear condom

This option works by barrier method as his condom acts a barrier between the semen and the vaginal opening. Condom with spermicides is highly recommended since it can be able to kill any sperm cell that may accidentally be spilled to the vagina.

Take emergency contraception

In the event that you had sex without using any contraceptive method, it is best that you take a morning after pills. These pills are effective within 3 to 5 days after having unprotected sex.

Don’t rely on withdrawal method

This method involves the man pulling out his penis right before he ejaculates. This is actually an unreliable method since there is a chance that the pre-ejaculation semen will leak even before he ejaculates.

Use female condom

This works the same way as the male condom, but it is inserted in the female organ instead. It is more expensive than the male condom, but it has lesser chances of bursting. This can be inserted for about 8 hours before having sex.

Wear cervical cup

This is a latex cup that is shaped like a thimble and must be used with a spermicide. This must be kept in the vagina for up to 6 hours after sex but must be removed within 48 hours after having sex. It works just like the diaphragm, but it is preferred by many because it does not cause a bladder infection.

Use a contraceptive patch

This contraceptive works the same way as the pills but instead of taking pills every day, she will just have to wear the patch for three weeks. But its downside is that there is a chance that you will experience skin irritation.

Say no to sex

This is probably the most effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancy. After all, it is impossible for you to get pregnant if you will choose not to have sex.

An unplanned pregnancy can change your life in an instant, for the better or for the worse. Follow the tips mentioned above and you can surely protect yourself from the responsibilities that you are not yet ready for.

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