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… Effectiveness Rate of Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Related … than 1 Fewer than 1 Copper IUD Fewer than 1 Fewer than 1 Barrier methods How well do barrier methods work? Method …
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… How Birth Control Methods Prevent Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Fertilization of the egg. Implantation in the uterus. Barrier methods Block sperm from reaching the egg. Some are …
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… Birth Control On this page: Overview Types of Birth Control … control. Each has pros and cons. Learning about all the methods will help you find one that is right for you. … hormonal IUDs, and implants release progestin only. Barrier methods generally do not prevent pregnancy as well …
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… Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Hormonal Methods On this page: … list some pros and cons of using hormonal birth control methods. Combination pills, skin patch, or vaginal ring …
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… Personal Stories About Choosing Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Related … health decisions about the birth control method you choose. Barrier methods Jennifer, age 25, and Ben, age 30: Ben and I …
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… Birth control Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Birth … the egg or prevent egg fertilization. Some birth control methods can protect against sexually transmitted infections. … regularly if you are engaging in unprotected sex, and use barrier methods (such as condoms) to reduce the risk for …
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… Breastfeeding as Birth Control On this page: Overview … ovulate before you have your period. Other birth control methods At any point during breastfeeding, use a reliable … as Depo-Provera. The hormonal implant, such as Nexplanon. Barrier methods, such as condoms or diaphragms. To make them …
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… Birth Control for Teens On this page: Overview Your Choices … easy to use—so you never go without it. Some birth control methods work around the clock. Others work only when you use … how long you can use it. IUDs do not protect against STIs. Barrier methods. Typically, barrier methods are not highly …
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… Spermicide for Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview Spermicide is used … Spermicide can be used alone but it is usually used with a barrier method of birth control, such as a male condom. How …
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… Diaphragm for Birth Control On this page: Overview … The diaphragm is used to prevent pregnancy. It is called a barrier method because it keeps the sperm and eggs apart. It …
