Birth Control
Also called: Contraception Birth control, also known as contraception, is designed to prevent pregnancy. Birth control methods may work in a number of different ways. These include Blocking sperm from getting to the eggs - condoms and diaphragms work this way Keeping the woman's ovaries from releasing eggs that could be fertilized - birth control pills work this way Preventing fertilized egg from attaching to the lining of the uterus - intrauterine devices (IUDs) work this way Sterilization, which permanently prevents a woman from getting pregnant or a man from being able to get a woman pregnant Your choice of birth control should depend on several factors. more...
Birth Control Discussions
Hi i am wondering if you all could help, i am currently on the depoprovera contraceptive injection and have been for the last 4 years but have found that i have put weight on which i cant shift. I have stayed on the depo injection due to it suiting me as i did not have unexpected bleeding and apart from the weight gain has been great. I have been advised to try the pill as my gp thinks weight issues are related to how long i have been on depo. I am just wanting info from you all on what best suited you ...
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What is Birth Control?
Also called: Contraception
Birth control, also known as contraception, is designed to prevent pregnancy. Birth control methods may work in a number of different ways. These include Blocking sperm from getting to the eggs - condoms and diaphragms work this way Keeping the woman's ovaries from releasing eggs that could be fertilized - birth control pills work this way Preventing fertilized egg from attaching to the lining of the uterus - intrauterine devices (IUDs) work this way Sterilization, which permanently prevents a woman from getting pregnant or a man from being able to get a woman pregnant Your choice of birth control should depend on several factors. These include your health, frequency of sexual activity, number of sexual partners and desire to have children in the future. Your health care provider can help you select the best form of birth control for you.
