Birth Control

If you don’t want to get pregnant – or don’t want your partner to get pregnant – you need to use birth control, also called contraception or family planning. There are lots different types of birth control methods. Another way to avoid getting pregnant is abstinence.

Facts

What emergency contraceptive options are there?

What emergency contraceptive options are there?

Emergency contraception consists of contraceptive options that can decrease the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. They can be used after unprotected intercourse where withdrawal was not done, or a contraceptive method was improperly used, for example, missed contraceptive pills, […]

Je, nafaa kutumia pill wakati huo huo kila siku?

Je, nafaa kutumia pill wakati huo huo kila siku?

Kidonge iwapo kitachukuliwa kwa njia ifaayo kina uwezo wa kukukinga dhidi ya mimba. Kimetengezwa kwa jinsi kukinga dhidi ya kupata mayai. Kuifanya kuimarisha nyute za ukuta wa kizazi ili kuzuia mbegu za kiume kuingia na kuhifadhi hali za kawaida za […]

Je, ni kawaida kunyesha kusiko kwa kawaida kama unatumia Implant?

Je, ni kawaida kunyesha kusiko kwa kawaida kama unatumia Implant?

Implant ni kifaa kidogo cha kupachikwa mwilini na ambacho hupachikwa juu ya bega mkononi na kutoa homoni aina ya progestin ambayo huzuia mimba. Ni njia mwafaka ya kutumia ambayo inaweza kutumika kuzuia kizazi. Wengine wanaotumia vidonge vya kupachika wanaweza kupata […]

Je, jamaa wangu anaeza kupush IUD wakati tunadinyana?

Je, jamaa wangu anaeza kupush IUD wakati tunadinyana?

Swahiba wake Sara alikuwa amemgusia kuwa hicho kifaa kingesongea wakati wa kudinywa na kupunguza uwezo wake wa kuzui boli. Je ni Kweli? Kwanza kifaa hicho ni poa sana na ni njia poa ya kuzuia mimba ikiwa kitapachikwa na daktari au […]

Can my boyfriend push the IUD during sex?

Can my boyfriend push the IUD during sex?

Well first, the IUD is a very effective method of birth control when installed by a licensed or qualified healthcare provider. Yet, just like Janet, many women worry that it will move during sexual activity thus increasing the chances of […]

Can washing the vagina after sex prevent pregnancy?

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Can washing the vagina after sex prevent pregnancy?

She ended up developing reproductive health issues that forced her to visit the doctor. There is a common misconception that washing your vagina after sex is an effective method of preventing pregnancy. Pregnancy occurs when sperm fertilizes an egg, […]

Can contraceptives lower libido?

Can contraceptives lower libido?

So, do contraceptives affect sex drive or lower libido? First, all medications have side effects that manifest differently in different people. Family planning methods, such as hormonal contraceptives, can sometimes affect libido. This, however, varies from person to person. These […]

What happens if I get pregnant while on IUD?

What happens if I get pregnant while on IUD?

An intrauterine device (UID) is a small, T-shaped contraceptive device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. While it is one of the most effective birth control methods (99% effective), its effectiveness may be affected if it is not well […]

Can I conceive while on contraception?

Can I conceive while on contraception?

The effectiveness of contraception varies depending on: Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, patches, injections, and implants, work by inhibiting ovulation, thickening cervical mucus, or altering the uterine lining. When used correctly, these methods are highly effective, with a […]

Is it normal to get irregular bleeding while on the implant?

Is it normal to get irregular bleeding while on the implant?

Mercy recently realized that her periods have become irregular. This was concerning because she always had regular periods. She is concerned and wonders whether the recently inserted contraceptive implant could have caused this. A Contraceptive implant or ‘Implant’ is […]

Do I have to take the pill same time everyday?

Do I have to take the pill same time everyday?

The pill, when taken correctly is up to 99.9% effective at preventing pregnancy. It is designed to prevent ovulation, thicken cervical mucus to block sperm entry, and preserve a stable hormonal balance. The pill is best taken at the same […]

Je naweza kumeza vidonge dhararu/E-pills kabla ya ngono?

Je naweza kumeza vidonge dhararu/E-pills kabla ya ngono?

Kidonge hicho cha dharura kinatakikana kutumika siku tano baada ya kufanya mapenzi bila kinga. Lakini Naomi anashangaa kama ni sawa kumeza hicho kidonge kabla ya ngono. Jee hilo ni sawa?

Ukweli kuhusu mbinu za kupanga uzazi za dharura

Ukweli kuhusu mbinu za kupanga uzazi za dharura

Vidonge vya dharura/E-pills, ambazo pia zinaitwa Asubuhi baada ya shughli/morning after ama mbinu za dharura zakuzuia mimba ni dawa ambazo unaeza tumia kama mumekulana bila kinga kuzui kuzuia boll.

Je mfumo wa kutoa mjulus kabla kumwaga ni dhabiti?

Je mfumo wa kutoa mjulus kabla kumwaga ni dhabiti?

Njia hii inataka mtu awe chonjo na timing yake na pengine uwe na bahati chungu nzima. Kutoa mjulus kabla kumwaga inamaanisha kutoa uume kutoka kwa tupu ya mke kabla ya kumwaga.

Jamaa langu linaeza kufeel IUD wakati tunadinyana?

Jamaa langu linaeza kufeel IUD wakati tunadinyana?

Je unahofu kuwa jamaa lako litagusa Kifaa cha Ndani cha Kizazi/IUD wakati wa kukudinya?

Can I take an e-pill before sex?

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Can I take an e-pill before sex?

The emergency contraceptive pill is meant to be taken within 5 days after unprotected sex. Yet, Naomi wonders whether it is okay to take the pill before sex. Is it okay?

Permanent birth control for men and women

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Permanent birth control for men and women

Linda and Vincent have six children. They do not desire to have more children and are exploring what birth control method is best for them. They come across the option of permanent birth control and are curious to learn more.

5 benefits of contraceptives beyond preventing pregnancy and STIs

5 benefits of contraceptives beyond preventing pregnancy and STIs

The most common use of contraceptives is to prevent pregnancy. However, while contraceptives were initially intended for this purpose, they have several other uses, including lowering the risk of some types of cancers.

Let’s talk about the Implant

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Let’s talk about the Implant

An implant is a tiny rod containing a hormone, which is injected just under the skin on your arm.

All you need to know about IUD

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All you need to know about IUD

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small contraceptive device which is inserted into the uterus.

How to put on a female condom

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How to put on a female condom

Female condoms are a great alternative to male condoms. They might seem a bit intimidating at first, but with a practice, you will be a pro soon.

Birth control: long-term vs short-term

Choosing the right birth control

Birth control: long-term vs short-term

Before you choose the birth control method that’s right for you, one of the things you need to consider is if and when you want to have a baby.

Do I need a prescription for birth control?

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Do I need a prescription for birth control?

You can get some birth control methods at the chemist, while you might need to see a healthcare professional for others.

Birth control cost: cheap to expensive

Choosing the right birth control

Birth control cost: cheap to expensive

Some birth control methods are cheap and easy to get, some are a little bit more expensive, and some are free.

Natural family planning

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Natural family planning

Natural family planning is a birth control method with a high failure rate. It means ways to avoid having sex when you are most fertile.

Spermicide

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Spermicide

Using spermicide is a birth control method with a high failure rate. Spermicides are chemicals that kill sperm in the vagina.

Birth control sponge

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Birth control sponge

A birth control sponge (also known as contraceptive sponge or the sponge) is a birth control method with a medium failure rate.

Diaphragm

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Diaphragm

A diaphragm has a medium failure rate. It’s a soft rubber dome that fits over the cervix, blocking sperm from getting into the womb.

Sterilization

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Sterilization

Sterilization is a birth control method with very low failure rate. Both men and women can be sterilized.

Shot (Injectables)

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Shot (Injectables)

There are two types of birth control shots: the combined shot and the one-hormone shot.

Withdrawal: your top questions answered!

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Withdrawal: your top questions answered!

When withdrawing, a man pulls his penis out of a woman’s vagina before he ejaculates – so that there’s no semen going into the vagina.

Abstinence: not having sex

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Abstinence: not having sex

In general, abstinence means not having sexual intercourse (when a man inserts his penis into a woman’s vagina).

Male condom

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Male condom

A condom is a rubber sheath that fits over the penis and stops sperm from getting into the vagina.

Birth control pill: everything you need to know

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Birth control pill: everything you need to know

The pill is an effective birth control method that women take every day. There are two different types of it.

Birth control: how well does it work?

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Birth control: how well does it work?

There are two ways to rate how well birth control methods work. You can say how good they are if people use them perfectly. Or you can look at what happens in real life – because people aren’t usually perfect!

How to choose birth control

Choosing the right birth control

How to choose birth control

If you don’t want to get pregnant – or don’t want your partner to get pregnant – you need to use birth control, also called contraception or family planning.

7 facts about emergency contraception

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7 facts about emergency contraception

E-pills, also called morning-after or emergency contraception pills, are drugs you can take when you have had unprotected sex and think that you could be pregnant.

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