5th birth control method-Coitus interruptus

Coitus interruptus, also known as withdrawal method, is a contraceptive method where the semen is ejaculated outside and away from the vagina. Withdrawal may be the world's oldest way to practice birth control. It is used by an estimated 38 million couples worldwide.

Of every 100 women whose partners use withdrawal, 4% will become pregnant each year if they always do it correctly.

Of every 100 women whose partners use withdrawal, 27% will become pregnant each year if they don't always do it correctly.

Couples who have great self-control, experience, and trust may use the pull out method more effectively. Men who use the pull out method must be able to know when they are reaching the point in sexual excitement when ejaculation can no longer be stopped or postponed. If you cannot predict this moment accurately, withdrawal will not be as effective.

Some medical professionals view withdrawal as an ineffective method of birth control because pre-ejaculate, or pre-cum, can pick up enough sperm left in the urethra from a previous ejaculation to cause pregnancy.

Benefits of Coitus interruptus-

• can be used to prevent pregnancy when no other method is available.
• it has no side effect
• its free

Disadvantages-

• requires great self-control, experience, and trust
• some men cannot pull out at the right time

Links-

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/withdrawal-pull-out-method-4218.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coitus_interruptus

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=9775

http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/malecontraceptives2.html

4th birth control method-Diaphragm

The diaphragm is a cervical barrier type of birth control. It is a dome shaped, shallow cup with a flexible ring made of latex. When it is in the vagina, it covers the cervix.

Diaphragms prevent pregnancy by preventing sperm from joining with an egg. The diaphragm must be used with spermicide cream or jelly In order to be as effective as possible. The diaphragm must be inserted sometime before sexual intercouse, and remain in the vagina for 6 to 8 hours after a man's last ejaculation. Depending on usage and storage conditions, a latex diaphragm should be replaced every one to three years. Silicone diaphragms may last up to ten years.

If women always use the diaphragm as directed, 6% will become pregnant each year.

If women don't always use the diaphragm as directed, 16% will become pregnant each year.

Benefits of diaphragm-

• it is immediately effective and reversible
• generally cannot be felt by you or your partner
• has no effect on a woman's natural hormones
• it can be inserted hours ahead of time so there will not be interuption

Disadvantages-

• might be difficult to insert
• cannot be used during period
• must be in place every time a woman has vaginal intercourse
• might need to be refitted because it may be pushed out of place by some penis sizes, heavy thrusting, and certain sexual positions

Diaphragms may be purchased at a drug store or clinic with a prescription. An examination costs from $50 to $200. Diaphragms average from $15 to $75. Spermicide jelly or cream costs from about $8 to $17 a kit.

Links-

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diaphragm_(contraceptive)

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/diaphragm-4244.htm

http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/femalebarrier4.html

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/birth_control_barrier_methods/page4_em.htm#Diaphragm

3rd birth control method-Spermicide

Spermicide is a substance that kills sperm. It is a chemical barrier to conception. They are a reversible method of birth control. Meaning that when a woman stop using it, full fertility returns.

Spermicide can be purchased as a cream or jelly that is applied onto a diaphragm or cervical cap or directly into the vagina via a special applicator. Spermicidal foam is also inserted directly into the vagina using an applicator. Additionally, you can find spermicide available in a suppository and as a contraceptive film. Spermicidal films are inserted directly into the vagina where they dissolve. Many women prefer this method over other types of spermicides because the films are significantly less messy to use than jellies, foams and creams. However, unlike creams and jellies, spermicidal foams, films and suppositories do not offer any additional lubrication. Some condoms may also come with a spermicidal lubricant.

Benefits of spermicide-

• easy to carry around
• can be inserted as part of foreplay
• easy to obtain
• does not have an effect on a woman's natural hormones
• can be used during breastfeeding

Disadvantages are-

• if not used exactly as directed, spermicides may not form a good barrier over the cervix. This may make the spermicide less effective.
• it might be messy
• it has side effects that include irritation, itching, or burning of the sex organs.

Spermicides are available at drug stores, clinics and supermarkets. Applicator kits of foam and gel cost about $8. Refills cost $4-$8. Large cans of foam contain between 20 and 40 applications. Film and suppositories are also about $8.

Links-

http://www.epigee.org/guide/spermicides.html

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/spermicide-4225.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spermicide

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/birth_control_spermicides/page3_em.htm#Obtaining Spermicides

http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/contraception/contraception_spermicide.html

2nd birth control method-Condoms

Condoms are barriers that are used during sexual intercourse to help to stop the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV and prevent pregnancy. Condom is put onto an erect penis to stop semen from entering the female's body. Condoms are waterproof, elastic, and durable, hence, they are used in a variety of secondary applications. Such as to hold water in emergency survival situations and also used by engineers to keep soil samples dry during soil tests.

Condoms are usually made of latex or polyurethane. If possible you should use a latex condom, as they are slightly more reliable, and in most countries they are most readily available. If used properly, users of male condoms only experience a 2% per-year pregnancy rate.

Using condoms is safe, simple, and convenient. Women and men like condoms because they

• are cheap and readily available
• are disposable
• are light
• can be put on as part of foreplay
• can be used with all other birth control methods except the female condom to provide very effective pregnancy prevention and to reduce risk of sexually transmitted diseases

But the disadvantages are

• it dulls sensation
• some people are allergic to latex

Condoms are available in drug stores, clinics and supermarkets. Individually, condoms usually cost a dollar or more. Packs of three can cost from about $2 to $6. In packages of 12, condoms can cost less than a dollar each.

Links-

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control/condom-10187.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Condom#Effectiveness

http://www.avert.org/condom.htm

http://www.asiaone.com/Health/Women%2527s%2BMatters/Sexual%2BHealth/Story/A1Story20081107-99051.html

http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/sex_relationships/facts/contraception_which.htm

http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/prosandcons.html

What are the different birth control methods?

One of the birth control method is sexual abstinence. Someone who practises sexual abstinence refrains from some or all aspects of sexual activity voluntarily. There are many reasons why some people choose not to have intercourse and many other ways to have intimate relationships without sex.

Common reasons are

• Religion-Many religious and ethical systems prohibit sexual activities between a person and anyone other than a spouse of that person.
• Material Reasons-These people want to prevent pregnancy and the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.

Abstinence is 100% effective provided that there is no genital contact.

Some benefits of sexual abstinence

1. Clear conscience with God.
2. Peace of mind in your life and future relationships, and marriage.
3. Significantly better chance in having more satisfying and more stable marriage.
4. Longer lasting relationships
5. No worries about sexually transmitted diseases.
6. No worries about pregnancy.
7. There is a 98 percent chance you will never marry the person you date in high school, so it is always better to keep yourself pure for the right person, that is your future wife or husband.

Abstain from any activity that sexually arouses you, even at the lightest activity. If that activity arouses you to have sex, then you are actually closer to the sexual intercourse itself. One small thing will lead to bigger things and it is much easier to cool down small fire. Even much easier if you didn't start the fire in the first place.

Links:

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexual_abstinence
• http://www.premaritalsex.info/
• http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/contraception/bc_chart.html
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contraceptive#Physical_methods
• http://www.health.arizona.edu/health_topics/sexual_health/birthcontrolmethods.html