The effectiveness figures quoted are based on independent. Click these filters to find a method or methods that fit your life. The male condom is another commonly used method in the uk. To celebrate world contraception day this september 26, join us as we break it down for you by exploring some of the most popular types of contraceptives with pictures. Some methods also may protect against certain sexually transmitted diseases stds. If you are able to get any sample birth control methods to include in the envelopes, that is ideal, but pictures from the internet or simply the contraceptive chart used with this lesson can suffice if need be. Fact sheet contraception choices family planning nsw. In some times and cultures, abortion had none of the stigma which it has today, making birth control less. Two types of contraceptive injections are available.
Slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Be sure to use backup birth control like a condom for the first seven days. Emergency contraception is a backup for regular birth control. Considerations when choosing contraception should include accurate information about. The history of birth control, also known as contraception and fertility control, refers to the methods or devices that have been historically used to prevent pregnancy. Download as a pdf or order multiple copies of this pamphlet. Birth control contraception contraceptives medlineplus. Changes to menstrual flow, bleeding or spotting between periods, painful or missed periods.
Birth control contraception is any method, medicine, or device used to prevent pregnancy. Barrier methods are some of the oldest and safest forms of contraception birth control. Emergency contraceptive pills or a copper iud after unprotected intercourse substantially reduces risk of pregnancy. Oral contraceptives are the most common form of contraception used by women nhs contraceptive services.
Background contraception is the intentional prevention of conception through the use of various devices, sexual practices, chemicals, drugs or surgical procedures. How to switch birth control methods american family. Birth control methods only you can decide what is best for you. The original hormonal methodthe combined oral contraceptive pillwas first marketed as a contraceptive in 1960. Planning and provision of birth control is called family planning. They are the most effective forms of birth control available.
When you first start using most of these methods, it takes up to a week to start working. Birth control options range from oral contraceptives, barrier methods, surgical sterilization tubal ligation for a woman, or vasectomy for a man, or emergency contraception. Barrier contraceptives methods of contraception patient. There are two relatively new forms of hormonal contraceptives that show the same typical use rates as the oral contraceptive pill. England, community contraceptive clinics, statistics for 2014, health and social care information centre. There are many different types of contraception available in aotearoa new zealand. Spot on is a period and birth control tracking mobile app available for android and ios phones that can help you stay on top of your birth control method and track your cycle. Chart of available oral contraceptive medications grouped by phase, progestin dose, estrogen dose, generic status, and more. It is important to go straight from one birth control method to the next, with no gaps in between.
Cultures can be categorized as being one of four basic types. But if youre a smoker and over 35 years old, some contraceptives such as the combined pill, patch or the vaginal ring might not be suitable for you. Some contraception can be bought in shops but to get most types, youll need the help of a doctor or nurse. Contraceptive methods available for use by adolescents.
Keeping the womans ovaries from releasing eggs that could be fertilized. Ask your gp or a doctor or nurse at your local clinic for more details. If you do not want to get pregnant, there are many birth control options to choose from. Lam is a highly effective, temporary method of contraception. An effective contraception allows a physical relationship without fear of an unwanted pregnancy and ensures freedom to have children when desired. These methods allow a man and woman to have intimate relations without worrying too much about getting. Fact sheet contraception choices what is contraception. The choice of what birth control a woman or couple chooses depends upon the health of the individuals and whether they want to conceive a child or not. Implanon provides contraception by the slow release of. These pills are often called progestinonly pills or the minipill.
Birth control methods may work in a number of different ways. Peterson of the who department of reproductive health and research. More resources are listed at the end of this booklet if you want more information or need to speak with someone directly. The explorer is a place to learn about all your birth control options. There are two types of emergency contraception to choose from in canada.
May be used if you did not use birth control or if your. The app provides customized appointment reminders, and puts birth control and sexual health resources from the experts at planned parenthood at your fingertips. Women can choose from many different types of birth control. Hormonal contraception refers to birth control methods that act on the endocrine system. Methods of contraception aboubakr elnashar benha university hospital, egypt slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Gingivitis inflammation of the gums hair growth in unusual places. Contraception or birth control is accomplished by barrier methods such as condom or diaphragm, chemical methods the pill, implants, male pill. Almost all methods are composed of steroid hormones, although in india one selective estrogen receptor modulator is marketed as a contraceptive. Birth control, also known as contraception, is designed to prevent pregnancy. Male sterilization tying off or removing portion of the passageway for the sperm vasectomy.
Iuds need to be replaced every 510 years depending on their type or can be removed easily at any time. Hormonal methods of contraception womens health issues. Condoms are the most wellknown type of barrier method. If women get the injections as instructed, only about 0. A portion of the condom is inserted into a womans vagina before. The type of birth control you use depends on your health, your desire to have children now or in the future, and your need to prevent. Commentary a definition of modern contraceptive methods. The choice of available contraceptive methods has increased in recent years. Contraceptive implants a contraceptive implant known as implanon is available in the u. They are most effective when no pills are missed, the pill is taken at the same time every day, and each new pack of pills is started without a delay.
There are a number of different methods and it is important to choose one that best meets your needs and circumstances. Some work better than others at preventing pregnancy. Calverton, maryland usa december 2007 the authors views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the united states agency for international development or the united states government. Only some methods of contraception also protect you against sexually transmitted infections stis. There are different methods of contraception, including.
Contraceptive trends in developing countries shane khan vinod mishra fred arnold noureddine abderrahim macro international inc. It summarises information from existing fsrh guidance documents. Each method of contraception has a different level of effectiveness. If youre over 35 and smoke, you can consider the following types of. Counselling for choice and utilization of contraceptive methods 37 4. Acknowledgement is also made of the inputs and coordinating roles played by dr v. You should use condoms to protect both your sexual health and that of your partner, no matter what other contraception youre using to prevent pregnancy. This leaflet shows the available contraceptive methods. In summary, our definition of modern contraceptive methods, based on clear and simple criteria, may help establish consistency for those who need this type of classification. These methods work by acting as barriers to keep the mans sperm from reaching the womans egg. Barrier methods are one group of options for contraception. Contraception pills progestin ec plan b onestep and others and ulipristal acetate ella 58 94% ulipristal acetate ec works better than progestin ec if you are overweight ulipristal acetate ec works better than progestin ec in the 25 days after sex works best the sooner you take it after unprotected sex you can take ec up to 5 days after.
This quick guide advises on effective starting or switching between contraceptive methods to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancy. In this lesson, we talk about contraception methods, or birth control. One is injected into a muscle of the arm or buttock. Combined oral contraceptivesalso called the pill, combined oral contraceptives contain the hormones estrogen and progestin.
Your birth control choices reproductive health access. What is the best way to switch from one birth control method to another. Take a browse through all the methods available to you, click to read more and compare the methods youre interested in side by side. Types include condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and contraceptive sponges. As with all other hormonal methods of birth control, the patch will not protect a woman against sexually transmitted infections. Plan b contains a higher dose of the same synthetic hormones found in the combination pill. This condom is a thin sheath that covers the penis to collect sperm and prevent it from entering the womans body. Injection or shotwomen get shots of the hormone progestin in the buttocks or arm every three months from their doctor. Olukoya of the who department of child and adolescent health and. This guide should be used in conjunction with clinical judgment in. Barrier methods, such as condoms, are a form of contraception that help to protect against both sexually transmitted infections stis and pregnancy. This leaflet signposts towards more information about these and the other barrier methods. Birth control method comparison chart continued s female sterilization involves tying off or removing portion or all of the passageway for the eggs.
Side effects depend upon the type of birth control. Another type of oral contraceptive pills contains only one synthetic hormone progestin. We cover every available method, from the iud and others on our most effective list to condoms, the pill, the patch, and more. One envelope with a copy of the contraceptive chart. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. The aim of this study was to examine the use and awareness of contraceptive methods in the usa, uk, germany, italy and spain.