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What types of contraceptive methods are there?

What types of contraceptive methods are there?

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What types of contraceptive methods are there?

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What types of contraceptive methods are there?

If you are having sex or planning to have sex, you and your partner should think about the type of birth control that will best help you prevent pregnancy.

When thinking about birth control, keep in mind:

  • How well each type works.
  • Which type you are most likely to use correctly and every time.
  • If it can help protect you from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Remember the following:

  • Other than total abstinence, no form of birth control works perfectly to prevent pregnancy.
  • Condoms are the only contraceptive method that can help protect against sexually transmitted diseases. Remember to use condoms correctly and every time you have sex.
  • It is important to use a condom along with another type of birth control, such as the contraceptive pill, patch, or implant to help prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Regardless of the type of birth control you use, be sure to read and follow all instructions carefully.
  • If you have any questions, allergies, or special concerns, be sure to speak with a healthcare professional.

Your doctor can also help you determine what type of birth control might be right for you. This is an important decision.

Some questions you may have:

  • Does it feel good to have to put something in the vagina, like a sponge?
  • Can you visit your doctor to have a device inserted, such as an IUD?
  • Can you remember to do what you need to do, like carry condoms with you or take a pill at the right time every day?
  • Do you want something that can be left in the body, like an IUD or implant?
  • Do you mind taking hormones (with hormonal methods like the pill)?
  • Does it feel good to have something on your skin, like a patch?
  • You smoke? Smoking increases the risk of certain types of birth control.
  • Are you worried about side effects? Be aware that some of the side effects are very likely not to occur, while others are more common. Talk to your doctor about any concerns.

The Condom

The condom is the only form of contraception that protects against most STIs as well as preventing pregnancy. This method of contraception can be used on demand, is hormone free and can easily be carried with you. And it comes in male and female varieties.

Male condoms are rolled onto an erect penis and act as a physical barrier, preventing sexual fluids from passing between people during sex. The female condom is placed into the vagina right before sex. Based on typical use, the female condom is not quite as effective as the male latex condom and it may take a little practice to get used to.

Pros include: It’s the best protection against STIs; can be used on demand; hormone free.

Cons include: It can tear or come off during sex if not used properly; some people are allergic to latex condoms.

The Oral Contraceptive Pill

It’s the little tablet taken once a day. The oral contraceptive pill is the most commonly reported method of contraception used by Australian women. There are a few different types of pill to choose from, so it’s about finding the one that’s right for you. The combined pill contains estrogen and progestin and mini pill contains only one hormone, a progestin. The pill can have many benefits, however remembering to take it on time is a must.

Pros of taking the pill include: Highly effective when used correctly; permits sexual spontaneity and doesn’t interrupt sex; some pills may even reduce heavy and painful periods and/or may have a positive effect on acne.

Cons include: Forgetting to take your pill means it won’t be as effective; it can only be used by women; is not suitable for women who can’t take oestrogen-containing contraception; it does not protect against STIs.

What are the different types of contraceptive methods?

methods of contraception:
  • long-acting reversible contraception, such as the implant or intra uterine device (IUD)
  • hormonal contraception, such the pill or the Depo Provera injection.
  • barrier methods, such as condoms.
  • emergency contraception.
  • fertility awareness.
  • permanent contraception, such as vasectomy and tubal ligation.

How many contraception methods are there?

The list below shows how effective each of the 15 different methods are, and how often you need to use them or think about them (frequency of use). The effectiveness of each method is worked out by calculating how many women get pregnant if 100 women use the method for a year.