Baby Planning
Biology: Cambridge International GCSE Supplement, topic 16.5.5
Planned Reproduction
Use of contraceptive methods allows the planning of when, or if, to reproduce.
Avoids unwanted pregnancies
- Avoiding unwanted pregnancies means that the accompanying psychological issues are not experienced.
Careers for women
- The introduction of the contraceptive pill in the 1960s has allowed women to establish careers before choosing to have families.
Issues with contraception
- Some people find it difficult to talk about use of contraception, or may not wish to use ‘unnatural’ contraceptive methods for religious reasons.
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Issues with contraception