Barrier methods:Condoms,diaphragms, sponges, and cervical caps are all forms of barrier methods that can be used by themselves or as a second, backup method in case the pill, intrauterine device (IUD), or natural rhythm method fail. Barrier methods are used each time you have sex then remov...
You have more than one possibility when it comes to contraception, so it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of all your birth control choices. Up to 20% of those who have tubal ligation eventually wish they hadn’t, particularly people younger than 30. There are many ways to preve...
The Cons of Tubal Ligation It’s permanent.While it can sometimes be reversed with surgery, that's not always possible. Only around half of those who have a reversal are able to get pregnant. Unless you're certain that you'll never want to get pregnant, tubal ligation isn’t right for...
The beauty of taking the pill or having an IUD inserted is that it allows you and your partner to have sex without the need for a condom or withdrawal. Using those methods can lessen the likelihood of an unplanned pregnancy, but the chances of getting pregnant are still the same regardless...