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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

Diaphragm

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.