Contraception refers to the method used to prevent pregnancy, and contraceptives are the devices that are used to help avoid pregnancy.

Contraception is achieved either by prevention of fertilization of the female egg by the male sperm or by prevention of implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus.¹

Methods of contraception

Natural family planning methods

Natural family planning methods are the techniques that are followed without the use of medications, devices or surgery to prevent pregnancy.      

What are Barrier Devices?

What are barrier devices

Barrier devices are mechanical barriers between the sperm and the egg. The common barrier devices include male condom, female condom and diaphragm. Male condom is a thin tube like material made of latex or polyurethane  

What are Hormonal Contraceptives?

Hormonal contraceptives

Hormonal contraceptives contain hormones known as estrogen and progesterone that prevent pregnancy by altering the natural levels of these hormones in the body. They are used in many forms     

What is Female Sterilization?

Female sterilization 

Female surgical sterilization (also called tubal sterilization, tubal ligation and tubal occlusion) is a low-risk, highly effective one-time procedure that offers lifelong protection against pregnancy. This procedure blocks the fallopian tubes   

What is Emergency Contraception?

Emergency contraception

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Faq about birth control

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