1. Family Planning Methods

2. Abstinence The only method that is 100% effective.
+ It protects you from STDs and pregnancy.
- You may feel like you are missing out on sexual experiences.

3. Birth Control Pills A hormonal method
A pill taken daily that contains artificial hormones and prevents pregnancy.
- Does not protect against STDs
-Side effects are: mood swings, blood clots, nausea, weight gain, and irregular menstrual bleeding.
98-95% effective
$20-$50 a month
+ simple and easy to use
+ Less bleeding and cramping during cycle
+ Less chance of PID
- Must remember to take it
- Not good for women who smoke ( over 35 )

4. Hormonal Injections Hormonal method
Hormones given through a shot by a physician monthly or once every three months
May cause irregular bleeding
Up to 99% effective

5. Nuva Ring Hormonal method
Flexible doughnut shaped ring inserted into the vagina where it releases hormones
Doesn’t protect against STD’s
SIDE EFFECTS:
- Irregular menstrual bleeding
- May cause mood changes
- May cause blood clots
- May cause vaginal infections
$ $45.00 A month

6. Implant Hormonal method
Implant that can be worn for up to five years (Previously known as Norplant)
Becomes effective within 24 hours of implantation
Thickens your cervical mucus creating a barrier for sperm
Benefits of Implants:
Offers continuous protection against pregnancy for 5 years
Women who are breasting feeding can safely use Norplant
Side Effects and Complications:
headaches/ migraines
Anxiety
Weight gain
Menstrual irregularities
Increases in acne

7. Hormonal Patch Hormonal method
Thin patch placed on fatty tissue for three weeks each month
+ 99% effective
Possible Side Effects: - Mood swings, blood clots, nausea, irregular menstrual bleeding, and weight gain

8. Spermicide Hormonal method
Foams, creams, gels and suppositories may cause allergic reactions
72% effective
Should be used with a condom, diaphragm, or cervical cap
+ no major health complications
+ easy to use and carry
+ may use only when needed
- can be messy
- may irritate
- no protection against HIV

9. Rhythm Method Hormonal method Also known as the calendar method
53 – 80% effective
Largest side effect… PREGNANCY
You must chart menstrual cycles on a
calendar
This is a Natural Family Planning Method

10. Cervical Mucus Hormonal method Also called the ovulation method
Women takes sample of her mucus everyday for a month
Six days before ovulation, mucus is affected by estrogen and becomes clear and elastic.
- Failure rate is 20% per year
- Requires effort and work
+ 97% effective
+ free
+ Can be stopped at any time
+ Helps women to be aware of their cycle

11. Basal Temperature Hormonal method
a woman is instructed to take her body temperature, called her basal body temperature
the woman takes her temperature with a specialized basal body thermometer and marks results on a graph or chart
She also notes the days of menstruation and sexual activity
$10-$12
- Failure rate of 15% but as low as 2% per year for perfect users
- Requires effort and work
+ 98% effective in preventing pregnancy
+ Free
+ Can be stopped at any time
+ Helps you to be aware of cycle

12. Condom Male Covers the erect penis A barrier method
86% to 97% effective
+ Price is affordable
+ no major side effects concerns
+ Reduces the spread of STD’s
- some men are allergic to latex
- those with spermicide may cause irritation

13. Female Condom A barrier method
A thin sheath or pouch worn by a women during sex
Helps to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases
79% to 95% effective
17 cm (6.5inches) length
Barrier method
$6.50 a pack
Woman could experience
reaction or allergy to latex

14. Cervical Cap SIDE EFFECTS + A barrier method
+ Blocks the sperm from entering the uterus by covering the cervix
+ Protection against pregnancy
$30 – 50
SIDE EFFECTS
- May irritate vagina
- Strong odors or vaginal discharge
- Allergic reaction (rare)
- Could cause Toxic Shock Syndrome

15. Diaphragm Side Effects: A barrier method
Keeps sperm from entering the uterus
Can be washed and reused
Doesn’t protect from STD’s
Cost about $30-50
Should be replaced every two years
Side Effects:
may irritate vagina
Allergic reaction
Possible risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome
+ can be used only when necessary
+ few health problems

16. IUD - Intrauterine Device
A barrier method
Placed into the uterus by a physician to prevent pregnancy
Last one – ten years
99.2%-99.9% effective
Doesn’t provide protection against sexually transmitted diseases including HIV and AIDS $
+ always in place, less chance of tubule pregnancy
- increase bleeding and cramps
SIDE EFFECTS:
Menstrual cycles may become more painful
Possible risk to future fertility
Increase risk of infections

17. Withdrawal A barrier method
Involves removing the penis before ejaculation
Objective is to keep the sperm from entering the vagina
Pregnancy could occur anytime that the penis and the vagina come in contact
Doesn’t protect against STD’s or pregnancy
Withdrawal is not an effective way to prevent pregnancy
Natural Family Planning Method

18. Permanent Methods of Family Planning
There are two methods of permanent methods of family planning:
Vasectomy
Tubaligation

19. Vasectomy This is a permanent procedure due on a man.
Sperm are not expelled after this procedure.
No STD protection
100% effective is male follows doctors orders and returns for follow up visits

20. Tubaligation Permanent procedure performed on a woman.
Eggs can no longer get to the sperm.
100% effective

21. What is your decision?
Abstinence solves all the major problems needed to make life more productive until you are ready to make these life decisions.
No STD protection