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Contraception - 'Natural Methods'

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‘Natural methods’

Some women prefer to use ‘natural methods’ of contraception. Whatever the choice of contraception, it is essential that people protect themselves against unwanted pregnancies as well as sexually transmitted diseases.

Timing

Timing

  • Since a female’s body temperature usually rises during ovulation, some women choose to avoid sexual intercourse on days when they know (or feel) that they are ovulating.
  • However, sperm can last up to six days inside the woman’s body, so this is not a very reliable or effective method of contraception.
Abstinence

Abstinence

  • The only truly effective way (apart from sterilisation) to avoid pregnancy is abstinence.
  • This simply means that a couple chooses to not have sexual intercourse unless they are ready for a baby.
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