A Rundown On The Birth Control Methods
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Author: Robert Thatcher With the population boom in recent years, many countries have
pushed for the use of birth control to help curb the increase
in population. There are many types of birth control methods
that families can use, depending on what the couple are most
comfortable with.
Hormonal Methods
One of the methods of controlling birth that is available in
the market is the hormonal method, which targets hormones and
their effects on the body's fertility. Some of the most common
hormonal methods are the use of birth control pills and birth
control shots, skin patches and the vaginal ring. This method
actually works quite as it prevents the production of eggs. As
a big bonus, these methods can also help relieve pain and
cramps during monthly periods and can relieve heavy flows.
There are also Intrauterine devices (IUDs) that contain
hormones called Minera. IUDs, however, are more expensive as
they can last for years, sometimes lasting for more than 5
years. IUDs , although expensive, is highly recommended as
these have 99 percent success rates. And because you only have
to pay once over a period of five to 10 years, the total cost
of birth control is actually much cheaper compared to other
forms of birth controls. Another thing that adds to its appeal
is that IUDs do not interrupt foreplay during sexual
intercourse or foreplay and they do not require the cooperation
of the sexual partner. It has also been found that IUDs can also
be used while breastfeeding.
One disadvantage though of hormonal method besides the cost is
you have to take the pills or the medications religiously. One
relapse can mean ineffectiveness of the birth control method.
They are also not ample protection against sexually-transmitted
diseases unlike condoms and other barrier method instruments.
Another disadvantage is that it can react differently when
taken in with other medications. This is why people should
first consult the gynecologists for medications that may affect
its effectiveness.
Barrier Method
Barrier methods, on the other hand, are generally less
effective than the hormonal methods although they seem to be
the most widely-used especially among the younger set. Among
the devices that belong to these group of birth control
instruments are condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and
sponges. There are also Lea's shield and spermicides, which
when used with any of the barrier devices can help increase the
effectiveness by killing the sperms. Still, one advantage of
barrier method is that it protects both individuals from
sexually-transmitted diseases. In fact, some people use condoms
not to prevent pregnancy but to prevent the spread of diseases.
Calendar method
Natural birth control methods can also be done through the
calendar method. This can be tough work though for the couple.
The woman must first determine the fertile periods of the
month. The couple must then avoid having sex on the days that
the woman is most fertile to avoid conceiving. This however is
not reliable and must be calculated to the letter before it can
be effective. The calendar method is actually the only method
supported by the Catholic Church, which takes a pro-life stand.
Sterilization surgery
Permanent birth control methods such as vasectomy and tubal
litigation surgery are also options for the couple but they
must remember that they can no longer have children when they
have these procedures performed on them. These methods are
actually for couples who are old or those who already have
children and feel that they should not have anymore.
About The Author: Robert Thatcher is a freelance publisher
based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and
reports in various ezines and provides birth control resources
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