Those couples, who want to prevent unwanted pregnancy and protect from STDs, there are lots of contraceptive methods which they can use.
Every contraceptive method is not right for all the couples. So, it is very important for you to search out which one is effective and good in your case.
Following are the few contraceptive methods which a couple can adopt to prevent unwanted preganancies and STDs —
1. First and easiest contraceptive method is — condoms, just wear it to avoid the risk of getting preganant and having sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia, herpes, HIV/AIDS, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Condoms are available for both male and females. Males condoms are 98% effective while female condom is 95% effective.
2. The diaphragm & cap is another type of contraceptive methods which are made of thin soft rubber and that are placed on the upper portion of vagina in order to cover the cervix. They blocks the passage and thus the sperm cannot enter inside the vagina. You have to take the help of a doctor if you want to use this type of contraceptive method.
3. There are various types of birth control tablets in the market. Just consult your doctor before you start to take pills in order to avoid unwanted preganancy.You have to consume one pill daily.
4. Transdermal contraceptive patch.
5. The vaginal hormone ring can be kept inside vagina for three weeks. It had 2 hormones.
6. Hormonal methods.
7. The intrauterine contraceptive device is a — tiny plastic & copper device, which is inserted into the womb.
8. Sterilization is permanent method of birth control for males & as well as females. Consult your doctor if you want to adopt this method.
