Contraception

How it works? no sexual intercourse no pregnancy protection against STI’s Side effects None?

Norplant®, small tubes containing progesterone are inserted in the arm How it works? Norplant®, small tubes containing progesterone are inserted in the arm The hormones are released slowly 99% effective

Implants Side effects: Irregular bleeding Heavier periods But its expensive!!! $450-900/5 YEARS. Removal fee: $100-300 Works up to five years or until removed.

Male Condom How it works? Prevents sperm from reaching the cervix. Protects against STI’s 80-90% effective $1.00-3.50 PER USE Can break. Need to plan ahead

Male Condom Side effects: Some people are sensitive to latex It can break and result in sperm entering the vagina

prevents the egg from maturing and being released from the ovary. How does it work? Contains hormones (estrogen and progesterone) which trick the body into thinking you are pregnant prevents the egg from maturing and being released from the ovary. 99% effective $25-45 PER month Must be taken daily Does not protect against STI's.

Birth control pill Side effects: nausea, breast tenderness, weight gain, increased appetite, mood swings, headaches. DO NOT WRITE: Serious side effects (rare): blood clots, liver disease, high blood pressure, gall bladder disease, migraine headaches.

It is a soft, rubber dome with a flexible rim. How it works? It is a soft, rubber dome with a flexible rim. It forms a barrier to stop sperm from reaching the cervix. Should always be used with spermicide 85% effective

Diaphragm Side effects: Urinary tract infections Vaginal irritation

Two types of injections are now available: 1. Depo-Provera® contains progesterone 2. Lunelle® contains two hormones like the pill 99% effective for both $30-65 every 3 months

One injection every 3 months Side effects: How it works? One injection every 3 months Side effects: Takes 6-24 months after last injection for fertility to return Change in sex drive and appetite Tender breasts http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir2MHzq9RYA

Two types: 1. a progesterone impregnated IUD (Progestasert®) 2. a copper T-shaped IUD (ParaGuard®).

IUD How it works? This device is inserted inside the uterus and prevents pregnancy by interfering with: sperm movement or implantation. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAmL4WN3P54 Copper-T IUD - 99% effective Progesterone IUD - 97%

IUD Side effects: cramps, backache, spotting, heavy periods. May have an increase risk for tubal pregnancy, PID, infertility. Copper-T $250-750/10 years Progesterone IUD $250-400/year Fertility returns immediately upon removal. Copper IUD needs to be changed only every 10 years; progesterone IUD needs changed yearly. Does not protect against STD's. Must be inserted by a health care professional.

How it works? Forms a chemical barrier that either kills the sperm or makes them inactive. Side effects: Some people are sensitive/allergic to the spermicides

Also called "Morning After Pill". How it works? It prevents implantation of a zygote The estrogen/progesterone in the pill cause the lining to shed. Must be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.

Emergency contraceptive Side effects: nausea, vomiting, bleeding, breast tenderness, headache's.

How it works? The vas deferens is cut and then tied or cauterized. It prevents the sperm from being released from the testes

Male sterilization Side effects: Tenderness, which last for a few days Permanent

How it works? The oviduct is cut and either tied or cauterized This prevents the egg from entering the uterus

Tubal Ligation Side effects: Takes 4-6 weeks to recover from surgery More painful periods can occur Permanent http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9N-PT4C164

Rhythm Method How it works? A calendar is used to track the menstrual cycle and intercourse is avoided around ovulation Side effects: No STI protection No very effective at preventing pregnancy