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Birth Control
This in an umbrella term for various methods and techniques use to prevent fertilization or interrupt pregnancy at several stages. Some of the commonly used birth control methods are condoms, contraceptive pills and injectable contraceptives.
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What are the birth control methods?
Abstinence
Birth Control Implant
Birth Control Patch
Birth Control Pills
Birth Control Shot - Depo-Provera
Birth Control Sponge - Today Sponge
Birth Control Vaginal Ring - NuvaRing
Breastfeeding as Birth Control
Cervical Cap
Condom - male/female
Diaphragm
Fertility Awareness-Based Methods
IUD
Outercourse
Spermicide
Sterilization - tubal ligation/vasectomy
Withdrawal
Morning-After Pill is an option it is not a birth control pill but is Emergency Contraception.
Can a parent force an adolescent to go on birth control even if they are not sexually active?
No, in the US a minor has certain "fundamental liberties" one of which relates to the voluntary or involuntary use of contraception. That being the case, a physician cannot/will not, prescribe birth control for a minor if she is unwilling. That being the case, a court order is required before a parent can "force" a minor child to use birth control.
What are some reasons for getting a tubal ligation?
The advantage is that you don't have to worry about unwanted pregnancies. The biggest disadvantage is that if you change your mind and decide to have a child, you could be out of luck; the op. is not always reversible and should not be approached lightly.
What is the best method of birth control if you cannot take the pill?
If by "best" you mean most reliable, then the best method of birth control not involving the pill is a vasectomy (male sterilization), with a 99.85% annual success rate. Annual success rate means the likelihood of a normally sexually active couple going one year without pregnancy. Other reliable methods include combined injections (Lunelle or Cycloferm - 99.8% annual success rate), Essure (99.8%), IUD with progesterone (99.8%), tubul ligation (99.5%), and copper IUD (99.2%). Male latex condoms have an 85% annual success rate, however they have the added benefit of reducing sexually transmitted infections (STI).
Refer to the related links below for a more detailed presentation of birth control method failure rates.
The best method is one that works best for you.
If you have problems with pills, I would not recommend any hormonal contraception. You can use Rhythm Method, IUD or condoms (female and male) - all have high effectiveness up to 97-98%.
Best Contraception method is Dual Contraception which can prevent not only unplanned pregnancy but also vaginal infections including STDs
use NuvaRing...it gives you no side effects..well i didn't get any...and its easy and you don't have to worry on taking it everyday etc...
**NuvaRing IS a form of hormonal contraception. The NuvaRing vaginal ring and the Mirena IUD are both made of plastic that slowly releases a type of synthetic progesterone over time. The reason they have less side effects than pills are because they're placed in your reproductive system rather than being taken by mouth, so less of the hormone is hitting other parts of your body like your brain or skin. The copper T-380 IUD does not contain hormones. The brands I mentioned apply to the USA, other brands of hormone or copper IUDs may be available in other countries. Personally I used the Mirena for 1 year and had no problems except that it fell out unexpectedly so I will be looking to get another one placed.
I was wondering what about Vaginal Contraceptive Film also known as VCF?
Depo-provera shot and i have not gained weight on it either! as a matter of fact I have no side effects from it.
I would say that and IUD may be something to look into. It isn't a chemical of any kind. Or condoms. Those are one of the most effective. I would recommend, personally staying away from the depo shot. I know, some people love it, but I know a lot who have a lot of problems while on it. Both are something to ask the doctor about. Depo, you need to get a shot every three months. With an IUD it is inserted into the vagina and can be there for up to 5 years. And can be removed anytime with no "waiting period" before it's "out of your system." I have never had an IUD, but I know a close friend and she wouldn't use anything else. Also, one last suggestion, maybe the birth control patch or rhythm method.
Some have found contraceptive foam to be highly effective when bc pills cannot be used
Totally forget the pullout method completely. That's how I got pregnant. I have an IUD and I highly recommend it. However, it is inserted into your uterus, not your vagina. And, it does release a small amount of hormones directly into your uterus. It works by not allowing an egg to implant itself. I think it's the best idea because one doesn't have to worry about taking pills or putting on patches and I've known women who have had adverse reactions to DEPO ie weight gain and emotional issues. The best way not to get pregnant is not to have sex at all.
Consider one of the fertility monitor computers designed for avoiding pregnancy. They work a lot like the clearplan easy monitors for couples trying to conceive only they tell you which days not to have unprotected sex.
The concept is similar to the old calendar method but much easier to follow with less chance for error.
There are no side effects. You could combine it with another method for extra safety too.
I think the BioSelf is one of the better ones, it has good effectiveness statistics and has no disposable sticks that need replacing every month so it comes out cheaper long term.
I stopped taking the pill because it made me sick and started taking Depo-Provera (a shot you get every 12 weeks). It's just as effective as the pill and I love it!!
Yes, the shot is probably the best and easiest way to take action on birth control i don't take anything but I've heard that the shot is 50% more accurate than the pills and pills can cause many things to happen to your body so start taking the shot and don't risk the chance
You didn't mention the reason for not being able to take the pill, so the question has many answers. For me, I wasn't able to take the pill as the hormones caused something similar to PMDD (Pre-Menstrual Distress Disorder). I had terrible mood swings, irritability, mental instability, etc. After two years of the pull & pray method (along with condoms and vaginal contraceptive films), I asked my OB/GYN about NuvaRing. I used it for just over 2 years and had wonderful results. No more craziness! The only side effects were breast tenderness and swelling for the first 3 months (actually resulted in a permanent cup size increase) and increased discharge (have to wear pantyliner everyday and change them often). Both were something I could live with. You may want to ask your health care professional about other hormone alternatives to the pill! (I only stopped the ring to try and start a family. I hope it's something I can go back to after we have a child.)
If money/health insurance is the problem, please visit your county health department. They usually have a pay by income program, so some people qualify for free annual visits and the pill. They may also be able to provide you with free condoms.
If you are underage and feel as you cannot talk with your parents, again please visit your county health department. They again may be able to counsel with you and answer some questions you may have.
CONDOMS AND a vaginal suppository, such as encare. Encare dissolves in the vagina, and like Foam, it kills sperm on contact. The ingredient in Encare- Nonoxynol-9, is said to kill the HIV virus, although some people disagree. These two forms should keep you safe.
I have been practicing Natural Family Planning for the last ten years and am so satisfied that I will never use artificial contraception.
The best form of birth control that you can take if you cannot take the pill is the patch. its very effective, you change it every week and it has no side effects.
Many people who can't take the contraceptive pill choose to have the 3 monthly depo provera injection. This is often the preferred contraception choice for woman from cultures that do not look kindly upon pre marital sex such as Muslims and Sub Continental Indians where the discovery of a contraceptive pill packet by family members is a major event.
Many women do not get periods whilst on depo provera (some see this is a bonus!) whilst others may experience spotting.
If you can't take the pill, the mechanical solution is for the male to wear a condom.
The chemical solution is a depo provera shot every three months.
What is the percentage of getting pregnant after a tubal?
Whilst the procedure is successful in up to 95-98% the chances of becoming pregnant are some times considerably lower than normal.
I found you a link (See below related link) they explain:
Most of our patients become pregnant after tubal reversal. Our pregnancy statistics show that approximately 70% of all patients will report pregnancy. The success rate can be as high as 90% depending on the type of tubal ligation and age of the patient. In comparison, IVF pregnancy success is on average 30-35% for each IVF cycle.
The tubal ligation is considered a permanent solution but it is mainly a question of cost to have this "repaired". They say that it depends on the exact procedure done to start with.
Fertility clinics in Denmark say that a reversal as in cutting off the burned ends and stitching together is a solution but will often form scar-tissue that still blocks passage of the eggs. This to be understood so that the procedure may be successful but with time, the scar-tissue may grow and block passage within few years.
The cost of tubal ligation reversal at the leading center here in the United States is about $6000. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has also completed the largest study on pregnancy after tubal reversal surgery. The name of the study is called Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report 2009. In this study data was collected on over 5000 tubal reversal patients. Not only did the study reveal that the pregnancy rates are higher with tubal reversal than with the alternative treatment of IVF but also less expensive. The great thing with tubal reversal surgery is that if the couple decides they want more than one child after after the procedure there is no added medical intervention needed.
Tubal reversal success depends on the type of ligation originally performed, your age at the time of the reversal as well as the experience the surgeon performing the procedure has.
What is the Sikh view on Artificial insemination by donor?
God intended that pregnancy occur within the bond of marriage between a man and a woman -- who are married to each other. God commissioned the human race in Genesis by the proclamation that Adam and Eve were to multiply and replenish the earth. Furthermore, according to the Bible, pregnancy is to occur between the man and a woman who are married to each other.
If the married couple is having a problem getting pregnant and artificial insemination is recommended by a doctor, then it is acceptable under the condition that, only the sperm and egg of the married couple are involved.
As long as both the egg in the sperm are from the same married couple, then I can see no problem with this process. After all, both the egg in the sperm belonged to the married couple and there is no intrusion of seed from outside that marriage bond. If the married couple accepts the sperm from another man (a man outside of the marriage bond with that woman), then she is inviting the intrusion of another man's seed into herself. This is an adulterous occurrence.
Christian marriage is a covenant between the husband and wife with God and people as witnesses. This covenant is taken seriously by the Lord. It should also be taken seriously by the couple. God knows all situations and circumstances and is in complete control. If a Christian couple cannot get pregnant and if the only way the wife can get pregnant is through the donation of sperm from a man outside of the marriage bond, then it is best to avoid that pregnancy. Otherwise, the couple is inviting into the woman's body the seed of another man -- which is adultery. It is better that if the couple desires to have children, they should adopt. This prevention of pregnancy could be a means by which the Lord arranges for couples to adopt, thereby, taking care of other children.
Objections Some claim that using another man's sperm to impregnate a woman is not morally wrong because there is no physical act of adultery involved and there is no intent of it adultery. Also, if the husband agrees, then how could the impregnation be adulterous? We must be very careful to not let situational ethics govern biblical principles. God has ordained that husband and wife, a married couple, be the bearers of children within that covenantal bond of marriage. Whether or not the physical act of adultery has occurred or not does not excuse the fact that the sperm of another man has entered the body of a woman to whom he is not married.
Source: CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS & RESEARCH MINISTRY
Who was known as the birth control pioneer?
Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood. In 1916 she opened the first birth control clinic in the US. Following year she was found guilty of "maintaining a public nuisance" and was sent to jail for 30 days. When she came out she re-opened the clinic and continued to persevere through more arrests and prosecutions. She was also involved in a case in 1938 where a judge lifted the federal ban on birth control and diaphragms became popular. When she was in her 80's back in 1950 she underwrote the research necessary to create the first birth control pill. In 1960 she raised $150,000 for the project, and the first oral contraceptive, Enovid, was marketed in the US as invented by Frank Colton.
Was the most recent ice age 10000 years ago?
Through the millions of years there have been several Ice Ages on Earth. The last one began to finish earlier than 12,000 years ago, thus around 10,000 BC, so you could generalise and say it was well on the way to finishing before 10,000 BC. Since then there have been a couple of mini-Ice Ages, but not with ice sheets covering half of Europe and America.
Rita Dove now teaches at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, where she was promoted to the Commonwealth Professor of English.She currently resides in Charlottesville with her husband, Fred Viebahn and their daughter Aviva.
What was the most recent ice age in north America?
It carved the mountains and valleys and rivers and many lakes. The ice made most of the topography that exists today. Erosion gradually lessens the effect of the ice carving the land. It also killed most of the life here.
How do you find the perfect partner?
Ask yourself:
1) Is he willing to get tested for HIV and related STi's & STD's etc?
2) Does he respect when you say no? or your preference/s of using protection to feel safer etc?
3) Does he make you feel 100% comfortable, appreciated and desired, in spite of your physical hang-ups?
4) Is he in it for himself or is there give and take?
5) Does he appreciate that you have shared yourself with him or does he i.e. get up and go make a sandwich or watch tv soon after one or both of you have climaxed?
6) Do you feel comfortable enough to voice your likes and dislikes sexually to "spice it up"? i.e. mess around with Karma sutra moves for fun etc.
7) Do you feel you always need to take charge to receive pleasure from him?
8) Can you trust that he will not give a detailed report to his friends of your sexual relationship.
I have had the experience of being able to completely let go of everything around me. My focus 'zoned" in on him and what I am experiencing because I receive 100% of him in return.
Can you get pregnant if he ejaculated on your pants?
no... because there's no penetration happens..
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Strictly speaking, penetration is not required. Sperm getting into the vagina IS required. Getting sperm on your underwear near the vagina is risky.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of contraception in general?
Answer
Being able to prevent pregnancy is desirable for several reasons, including limiting family size, avoiding unwanted children, and preventing threats to a woman's health. Disadvantages generally are religious in nature, with certain religions proscribing contraception. Sometimes, one member of a couple may desire children, but the other does not.
The age of consent in michigan?
16. There is no closeness of age gap. It is 16 unless the older party is an authority figure (basically, if the older party works as a couch/instructor of the younger party or if the older party is an employee of the school or district in which the younger party is enrolled). Hope this helps!
What do you say when a girl asks if she looks fat in this outfit?
Why would you? You don't think they know their own body? Maybe it is time to examine yourself and think why you would WANT to tell someone they are fat. Also, you by doing this, you may be opening yourself up for some criticism as well. Often, when you point out rude or obvious things, the person you are doing it to will take the opportunity to let you know that you are much less than you thought of yourself as well.
Same way as I tell you that you smell. You just don't. You will end up with in trouble.
If you want to tell her to lose weight, you should get her excited about activities that will make her feel good and make her feel good about it/have fun.
You don't tell anyone there fat. You don't tell the smelly guy he smells, you don't tell the short guy he's short. Everything is perceived as normal if it is able to function. Standards are abstract and if the fatness is ruining your standard, you should reconsider how you are to achieve your happiness. Maybe your **** or feel like a nothing and you just don't want her feeling superior or you feeling inferior in anyway. Either way you need to REALLY ask yourself what your goal is in calling telling someone their fat.
What is the legal dating age in Ohio and can you date someone who is twenty if you are age sixteen?
If you are thinking that your dating may lead to having sex with a 16 yr old then you need to do some homework before that happens. Do a web search for 'age of consent' and that should give you a list of websites that can tell you what the legal age of consent is in a particular state or country.
BEWARE: This can be dangerous territory for you. If you go ahead with sex and she is not of legal age consent, you can be charged with statutory rape even if it was consensual. If it gets reported to the police and it goes to trial, you will most likely get jail time and after you get out will have to live for the rest of your life as a registered sex offender /pedophile.
The date of the birth Confucius?
The traditional date is September 28, 551 BC.
However (like with Jesus of Nazareth) this date was established later as the actual date is unknown.
You can tell that a girl likes you when they...
1. shows off around you
2. there face gets red
3. they wear skimpy clothing
4. they twist their hair when their aroun you
5. they always stare at you
6. they talk about you all the time
7. they ask their friend if you can find out some things about you
8. dresses extra pretty for you
9. gets close to you
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I liked a girl 3 years ago, she hit me on the head, teased me, called me names, and did many other things to catch my attention. She tried to help me at all times and sticked around me everyday. <---now she is my Girlfriend.
Can a parent force a teen to take birth control?
definitely not legally, you can't force them to do anything really and why would you want to. You should wait until she is ready to take the birth control and just make her aware that when she feels she is ready that you will be open and accepting to the idea and will get her a doctors appointment as soon as possible. If you explain to her that she should have no problems coming to you about the topic than when she feels that she needs the birth control she will be comfortable enough to go to you about it and get the protection, knowing you won't freak out. If you are really concerned she is having sex but she refuses to go on the pill what I would do is buy a box of condoms and put them in her room where she can see them, she may be angry for a little while but if she is having sex she will use them, better to have her angry than pregnant. Birth control pills/patches have hormones in them and are not good for ANYONE! It has been linked to breast cancer, blood clots and heart disorders (even though this may not appear until later in life for some.) If your doctor poo-poos this theory then ask him/her why there is a label on it that says women should not smoke while using this product and why young women that have been using the birth control pill can get anxiety issues further down the road, or, get discoloration on particularly the facial skin ... brown spots! Do your research and please don't be so quick to pop a pill or put a patch on your teen. The best you can do is be sure your teen is well educated regarding sex right down to sexually transmitted diseases. If you are embarrassed to discuss this or you don't feel your teen will listen to you then print it off of the Internet or bring up the Internet and let your teen read off the computer. Other than that all you can do is pray and hope you have instilled some guidance in your teen. Good luck
What five liberties are protected by the first amendment?
The first amendment of the US Constitution protects the freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to peacefully assemble, and the right to petition the government. This amendment is part of the Bill of Rights.
Why is iron cheaper than other metals by using the blast furnace?
Partly due to scale of manufacture, partly due to the cheap and simple method of extraction from the ore, partly due to the ease with which the adundant ore can be mined, partly due to the high (compared to many metals) metal content of ores.
What does seductive mean can you consider a guy it?
It means that someone is very talented in getting someone to like him or her and yes you can consider a guy it.
