1. Contraception

2. Facts about preganancy
During adolescence there is no safe time not to get pregnant.
Once a female begins to ovulate, she can get pregnant. Often a female ovulates before her first menstruation.
A female can get pregnant if she has intercourse during her menstrual period. Sperm can live 5 to 7 days in the female body.

3. Non-prescription forms of contraceptives
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is not a method of preventing pregnancy. This is the male’s removal of the penis from the vagina before releasing semen.
As sexual feelings build, a person tends to think less clearly and may act less responsibly.

4. Non-prescription forms of contraceptives
Condom
Thin sheath of latex or animal tissue that’s placed on an erect penis to catch semen
Some condoms are lubricated with a second line of defense called spermicide
This is a chemical that kills sperm that it comes in contact with.
Petroleum jelly, hand lotion, baby oil, or other petroleum-based products should never be used with condoms.

5. Non-prescription forms of contraceptives
Spermicides
Come in different forms: creams, foams, gel and suppositories
Spermicides prevent pregnancy by keeping sperm from joining with an egg. Spermicides are inserted deep into the vagina shortly before intercourse. They:
block the cervix, so sperm cannot reach an egg
keep sperm from moving, so they cannot join with an egg

6. Prescription contraceptives
Birth Control Pills
When taken correctly the hormones they contain make changes in the female’s body and prevent pregnancy
Ovaries stop releasing ova, the mucus from the cervix thickens and the lining of the uterus changes

7. Prescription contraceptives
To get a prescription, a female must visit a health professional
If the doctor feels she can take the pill safely, she will be given a prescription and complete instructions for taking the pill.
Missing more than two pills, even if she takes two a day to catch up could result in pregnancy.
The pill may also become less effective if you are taking certain medication, such as antibiotics and seizure-control medicine

8. Prescription contraceptives
Diaphragm
a soft rubber cup with a flexible rim that is worn inside the vagina
Must be covered with a contraceptive gel or cream before inserting
The diaphragm must be left in at least six hours after the last intercourse

9. Prescription contraceptives
Birth Control Patch
The birth control patch is a thin, beige, plastic patch that sticks to the skin
A new patch is placed on the skin once a week for three weeks in a row, followed by a patch-free week.
Works the same way as the birth control pill

10. Prescription contraceptives
Birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing)
The vaginal ring is a small, flexible ring a woman inserts into her vagina once a month to prevent pregnancy
It is left in place for three weeks and taken out for the remaining week each month
Works the same way as the birth control pill and the patch

11. Doctor contraceptives
Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
The birth control shot is an injection of a hormone that prevents pregnancy.
Each shot prevents pregnancy for three months
Works the same way as the birth control pill and the patch

12. Doctor contraceptives
IUD- intrauterine device
A health care provider inserts an IUD into a woman's uterus to prevent pregnancy.
affect the way sperm move, preventing them from joining with an egg
Can prevent pregnancy for years

13. Vasectomy Procedure of sterilization for males
The male continues to produce sperm, but they are absorbed in his body since they cannot travel through the reproductive tract
He can still ejaculate since the other glands continue to produce their fluid
It doesn’t affect a male’s sexual drive; it simply prevents sperm from being released from his body.
A man who undergoes this operation must have his semen tested about six weeks after surgery

14. Tubal Ligation
When a health care provider blocks a woman’s fallopian tubes
The fallopian tubes also can be sealed using an instrument with an electrical current.
They also can be closed with clips, clamps, or rings. Sometimes, a small piece of the tube is removed.

15. Tubal Ligation
Ovaries continue releasing eggs, but they disintegrate and are absorbed by the body.
The female will continue to have a menstrual period since there is no fertilization.
After surgery there is limited success in restoring fertility

16. Abstinence 100% effective in preventing pregnancy
100% effective in preventing STI contraction
No medical or hormonal effects
No emotional side effects
This is the only way to be 100% sure you are not pregnant and that you do not have a sexually transmitted infection

17. Contraceptives Effectiveness????? Side Effects?????
Side Effects?????
Do they protect from STI’s????