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WHAT IS BIRTH CONTROL?

Birth control, also called contraception, is a way to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. Most people have heard about condoms and birth control pills, but there are other methods.

WHAT IS THE BEST KIND OF BIRTH CONTROL?

It's always best to talk to your doctor about the various options because the final choice will depend on your health. Other factors that need to be considered are your preferences and personal beliefs. It must be remembered that whatever method you decide on, it will only work if you use it properly and consistently.

WHAT IS ABSTINENCE?

Abstinence means that you have made a decision not to have sexual intercourse as a method of birth control. Obviously, this is the safest option, but not many people are prepared to sacrifice the pleasure of sex.

WHAT DOES BARRIER BIRTH CONTROL MEAN?

The barrier method involves the use devices to prevent pregnancy. These include condoms, cervical caps, diaphragms, and contraceptive sponges. They have to be used every time you have sex. Men wear condoms, and the other devices are used by women. Cervical caps and diaphragms must be fitted by a medical doctor. The drawback with these is that they increase the risk of urinary tract infections and allergic reactions.

WHY ARE CONDOMS SUCH A POPULAR CHOICE?

Condoms are widely available and very cheap. They can also be combined with other birth control methods. They are a very good choice if you have several sex partners and want to prevent yourself from being infected with a sexually transmitted disease. If you use a spermicide with a condom, this will increase protection against an unwanted pregnancy.

WHAT IS HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL?

This method is used by women. It works by preventing the ovaries releasing eggs (ovulation) by releasing two hormones, progestin and estrogen, into the blood stream. This method can be implemented through pills, hormone injections, patches, or vaginal rings.

The pill is taken orally every day. Some women suffer with side effects that can be quite uncomfortable. These include acne, nausea, bloating, high blood pressure, depression, and weight gain. However, most women do not suffer any side effects. Birth control pills also reduce menstrual cramps and shorten the bleeding time of a period. They also reduce the symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome). Women who smoke should not use birth control pills because smoking increases the risk of blood clots.

WHAT IS A PATCH?

This is also for women. It is a flexible, thin patch which contains hormones that are released through the skin. It can be placed on the chest, stomach, buttocks, or upper arm. It must not be placed on the breasts. The patch is worn for three weeks. At the start of the fourth week, it is removed and not worn until your period starts.

A patch can produce the same side effects as the birth control pill. You may experience some breast discomfort during the first two months, but it will diminish. Like the birth control pill, women who smoke should not wear a patch.