From this article you will learn about contraception methods or, in simple terms, how to protect yourself so as not to get pregnant. We will consider the effectiveness of the most popular folk and medical methods for protecting against unwanted pregnancy.
Alternative methods of contraception
One of the most reliable methods, according to most people, is the "calendar method". Its essence is that on certain days a woman’s body cannot become pregnant due to the dysfunction of the egg, which is actually true. Although a woman is not able to get pregnant these days, this method is not reliable for a number of reasons. After all, even the most accurate calculations can not provide for malfunctions in menstruation. Therefore, an error will lead to an unexpected “surprise kinder”.
The second method in the How to Protect series is called PAP or interrupted intercourse. This method is reliable, but only under a number of conditions, the first of which is to interrupt sexual intercourse before ejaculation, so that sperm does not get inside the girl.
The third method of folk contraception recommends that the girl immediately after
sexual intercourse inject a small piece of laundry soap into the vagina. And although this method, according to the assurances of many, is effective, but it does irreparable harm to the female body and can even cause erosion of the cervix.
Other folk methods of how to protect themselves can be voiced, but they should not be taken seriously. This includes douching with various substances such as citric and even acetic acid, as well as the introduction of lemon slices into the vagina. Or an attempt to wash the seed with a strong pressure of water. In some cases, it is advised that the girl simply “jump” so that the seed does not connect to the egg. The absurdity and even danger of these methods speak for themselves.
Medical methods of contraception
Now we’ll talk about how to protect yourself with medications and devices.
The most common
method of contraception today is a condom. After all, it serves not only as protection against unwanted pregnancy, but also against sexually transmitted diseases. This method is good if you are not sure of your sexual partner or condoms do not cause discomfort during sex with you and your partner. By the way, with proper use and good quality of this contraceptive, this method will protect you from unwanted pregnancy by 99%.
Another way as an answer to the question: "How to protect yourself?" and he is enclosed in the words "hormonal pills", which deprive the egg of the opportunity to fertilize. Sometimes, of course, unforeseen complications happen. But if you consulted with a specialist about their admission, then the chance of "complications" will be small.
One more effective way of contraception is to install a spiral. It is installed in the vagina and prevents the seed from accessing the egg. Unfortunately, sometimes the spiral can fall out or move, which leads to unexpected surprises. But if everything stands in its place, then the spiral is the most reliable method of contraception.
I think now you have decided what is better to protect yourself. After all, an unwanted pregnancy can lead to serious problems and greatly complicate your life. Therefore, I wish you only desirable pregnancies and reliable contraception.