BIRTH CONTROL METHODS

A complete discussion of all the important details of the many birth control methods is beyond the scope of this chapter. For more information, or to find which method is best for you, consult your gynecologist or family planning clinic.

Abstaining

Birth control pills

Breast feeding

Cervical cap

Condoms (rubber, latex)

Condoms (plastic, vinyl)

Depo-Provera

Diaphragm

EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION

Female condom

IUD

Morning after pills

Norplant

Progestin only oral contraceptives (minipills)

Rhythm

Spermicides

Sterilization (female)

Sterilization (male)

Withdrawal

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