Contraception

ContraceptionWhat does it mean?

Against conceptionThe ability to not having a baby

Criteria for choosingKnow yourselfCostsSexual habitsAgeEffectivenessComfort level

Methods of Contraception and Birth Control

Abstinence◦Choosing not to have intercourse

◦100 % effective against STD’s

◦100% effective against pregnancy

NaturalCouple knows and honors the

woman’s cycleIE. Breastfeeding-Theoretically,

With-drawlHow effective? NOT VERY

SpermicidalKills spermIE: Foam, wax bullet, film, jelly

BarrierPhysical barrier IE: Diaphragm, sponge, male and

female condoms

HormonalCombination of estrogen and progestin

(some progestin only)Inhibits ovulationThickens the cervical mucousChanges the lining of the uterus to inhibit

implantation of the fertilized ovumIE:ShotPill ImplantsIE: Nuva Ring

Surgical/SterilizationFor Women

◦Tubal ligations Cut and seal the fallopian tubes

◦Hysterectomy Removal of the uterus

For Men◦Vasectomy

Vas deferens are cut and sealed