Other Methods
Abstinence- Abstinence can mean different things to different people; however, it is generally understood that abstinence is the act of abstaining from sexual intercourse. This is a personal decision that every individual feels different about. This form of birth control is very effective at preventing pregnancy and the transmission of STI's. There are many different reasons people choose to be abstinent, and it is an individual decision. [1]
Outercourse - Outercourse is the act of preventing pregnancy by keeping sperm out of the vagina. Outercourse can mean different things for every individual, and the degree of outercourse one partakes in is a very personal decision. Outercourse is effective form of birth control if preformed correctly; there are many more effective methods. Also, outercourse can decrease the spread of STI's but is still not the most effective method of preventing the spread. Outercourse can have many different meanings. (Click Here for more information!) [1] Breastfeeding as Birth Control - Breastfeeding as a form of birth control is sometimescalled the lactational amenorrhea method. This is a natural way to prevent pregnancy and has been used for centuries. The act of breastfeeding changes the women’s hormones to prevent the release of eggs. This form of birth control is effective but is variable depending on a woman’s ability to breastfeed. This form of contraception is not meant to prevent the spread of STI’s. Breastfeeding is a personal decision for every new mother. (Click Here for more information!) [1]
Fertility Awareness-Based Methods (FAMs) - Fertility awareness-based methods or (FAM's) works to keep the sperm from entering the vagina near the days of ovulation. During the days of ovulation abstinence, other forms of birth control can be used to prevent pregnancy. It is important with this form of contraception that the fertility pattern is understood and carefully considered. There are many different methods of fertility awareness-based contraception and choosing one is a very personal decision. This method is not the most effective method if the methods are not followed properly, and it is not meant to prevent the spread of STI's. [1]
Male Pill - One of the new forms of contraception is the male pill. Research of the male pill is still being done. There are two basic forms of the male pill: hormonal contraception and non-hormonal contraception. The hormonal pill stops men from producing healthy sperm for a short period of time. The non-hormonal method prevents the sperm from coming in contact with the egg. This sort of contraceptive could offer men a more secure form of birth control with that is in their control. As of right now, the most common forms of male targeted birth control are condoms and vasectomy. The development of the male pill would offer men a middle-ground in the way of contraception. [7] Withdrawal (Pull Out Method) - Withdrawal, the pull out method, or coitus interruptus is when the man who withdraws his penis from the vagina before ejaculation. This method works by keeping the sperm from entering the vagina. Withdrawal method has to be performed properly in order to be an effective form of birth control. This form of contraception can be less effective at preventing pregnancy and the spread of STI's than many other forms of contraception. [1]
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References:
1. "Birth Control Methods - Birth Control Options." Birth Control Methods - Birth Control Options. January 1, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-info/birth-control.
2. "Contraception." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. December 8, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/unintendedpregnancy/Contraception.htm#.
3. "Office of Population Affairs (OPA)." Reproductive Health. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.hhs.gov/opa/reproductive-health/.
4. "Spermicides & Lubricants." Brown University Health Promotion. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.brown.edu/Student_Services/Health_Services/Health_Education/sexual_health/safer_sex_and_contraceptives/spermicides_&_lubricants.php.
5. "Tubal Ligation." BabyCenter. January 1, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.babycenter.com/0_female-sterilization_1282183.bc.
6. "What Are the Different Types of Contraception?" What Are the Different Types of Contraception? April 3, 2013. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/contraception/conditioninfo/Pages/types.aspx.
7. "What Is the Male Pill?" What Is the Male Pill? May 11, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception-guide/Pages/male-pill.aspx.
1. "Birth Control Methods - Birth Control Options." Birth Control Methods - Birth Control Options. January 1, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-info/birth-control.
2. "Contraception." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. December 8, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/unintendedpregnancy/Contraception.htm#.
3. "Office of Population Affairs (OPA)." Reproductive Health. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.hhs.gov/opa/reproductive-health/.
4. "Spermicides & Lubricants." Brown University Health Promotion. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.brown.edu/Student_Services/Health_Services/Health_Education/sexual_health/safer_sex_and_contraceptives/spermicides_&_lubricants.php.
5. "Tubal Ligation." BabyCenter. January 1, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.babycenter.com/0_female-sterilization_1282183.bc.
6. "What Are the Different Types of Contraception?" What Are the Different Types of Contraception? April 3, 2013. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/contraception/conditioninfo/Pages/types.aspx.
7. "What Is the Male Pill?" What Is the Male Pill? May 11, 2014. Accessed December 10, 2014. http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception-guide/Pages/male-pill.aspx.