Contraception .. ? Reliability .. ? Recommendations .. ?
400093
Actually its about 95% realiable provided u dont miss a pill (which means for more than 12hrs). Abstinence is of course the most reliable...not the most fun but yes most reliable :P. Intra uterine devices are good too but comes with side effects like increase vaginal thrush and increase chance of pelvic inflammatory disease. Condom with additional spermicide is a pretty good choice too. U may also wanna check out Evra patches...u patch it on and u only need to replace it once a week.
496348
I'm going to second the condom advice.  You can also use natural family planning but you have to be exact and have a partner who is willing to follow your lead.  You can get great information on Natural Family Planning from your library, a Midwife, and on the internet.\n\nCondoms have come so far.  My husband doesn't usually have issues with decreased sensitivity as the thought of a new baby waking us up every two hours takes care of that concern.
1087596
That is a question I don't think I've EVER heard of!!!  I understand it, though.  Depo shots suck...have you tried the Norplants?  They aren't any better in that they tend to "drift" (as the manufacturer calls it) all over your dag-nabbed body!!\n\nI can't say I know of a birth control that will help you gain weight, but I know a website from a VERY reputable naturopath that might help.  Its www. healthyhealing.com  She tends to sell some folks' products from that site, but they're all very reputable herb and supplement manufacturers.  I've used her books as a Mom's guide to everything for years - and never done anything that my MD's disagreed with.  \n\nCheck out her weight gain tips - if there aren't many on the site, email me (cranor02@msn.com) and I'll send you all the info from her book!!\n\nAll my best to you!!
65937
Get a v*brator... and save yourself from the "real thing" at least for now. You shouldn't have sex if you dont have more than 1 way to protect yourself. Are you on birth control? If you aren't... you better hope you have good luck, because you will end up pregnant. It isn't worth it, plus that "silver bullet" can do alot more than that eighth grade "horn dog".
654678
She could get fitted with the Coil.  I am.  You don't even notice it is there. Percentage wise it is more effective than condoms etc.  You have them in for three years but you can get it removed whenever you like.  You can easily forget you have one, which is good if you are forgetful about taking the pill.  There are different types of coils too.  There are other forms of contraceptive and i have tried most but this is the most effective.  \n\nI know you are married so i do not need to preach about practicing safe sex and STI's etc.  Always wear a condom if you are not sure!
739265
Well, the pill is about 95% safe against pregnancy. The only thing that is 100% safe is to not be doing the sex deed.
991130
Wow!\nI cannot believe the ignorance of even doctors!\nCheck out "VCF" of "Vaginal Contraceptive Film" -- it's a bioadhesive which looks like a thin piece of plastic. Unlike suppositories and other spermicides, it isn't messy. You fold it in quarters and then place it over your cervix- and wait about 15 minutes. I have very sensitive skin, and this is the ONLY spermicide/condom-backup which does NOT irritate me. You can find it at WalMart.\n\nOther than spermicides as back up to the condom, there is also the IUD or intrauterine device (which is as effective or more so than the pill).\nI got the copper T about a year ago, and have been very happy with it. It does make your periods heavier and cramping worse for up to 6 months (depending on how your body reacts to it), but if you consider that it can be kept in and effective for up to 10 YEARS.... For me, it was and has been worth it. \n\nAnyway- I hope this helps. I lost my sex drive completely when I was on the pill, and the link below is to some scientific proof that those hormones can permanently lower your sex drive. Info on the IUD and VCF is easy to find.
748962
Birth control pills affect every woman differently, and they can be tricky at first to  take. In order for them to be the MOST effective, you need to take them at the same time everyday, and don't miss any days. You usually have to try 3 or more to find the right dosage and hormone match for you. \n\nHowever, there are more options to birth control than just the pill. I'm sure you've heard of most of these, but here is a short list to refresh your memory so you can ask your gyno about them:\n* the patch (I love it)\n* the Nuva-Ring\n*diaphragm\n*depo-provera injection (once every 12 weeks)       \n*IUD \n*condoms\n*female condoms\n*spermacide\n*and a few other things that are not so popular \n\nThe best thing to do really is to chat with a gyno that you are comfortable with and let her give you her top choices for options. \n\nKudos to you for being responsible for your sexual health!!
434829
IUD... they are not what your mother used... There are about 20 different types out on the market right now... they are the most effective, with the exception of the new "ring" birth control. For women who have had bad luck or relsults with the "pill" in the past, these are worth discussing with your doctor.
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I'd be very careful.  Meaning, I wouldn't rely 100% on the pill for BC.  I'd use some sort of back up just to be sure.  You could probably check one of the drugstore websites to see if it does or not.  \n\nAre you having any luck w/ the phentermine??  Is it helping you?  Just wondering if it worked or not.
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I am a 22 year old smoker on birth control. Having tried just about everything on the market with every side effect from weight gain to non-stop bleeding. By far the best thing out there is the Nuva Ring a once a month vaginal ring. You just put it in for 3 weeks then take it out for a week, too easy. I have used it for over a year with no ill effects my sister has used it for 3 months with no side effects either. She also is a smoker. A good friend of mine has been on it for about four years, and though she smokes again no side effects. It is unrealistic, at least I couldn't do it, to be abstinent while in a loving long term relationship. I would highly recommend you at least try it. Once I got turned on to it I became a "spokes person" and now my friends thank me for turning them onto it. A real life savor.
692141
I guess the amount you would need depends on whether or not your sex life is very active or not. Condomns come in alot of different brands, and sizes, ask a pharmacist, he/she will be glad to fill you in on what ya need kiddo!
1147889
hi Kathy,\n I called my Pharmacist for you. She said YOU ARE SAFE.\n She also had some interesting WARNINGS TOO.\n1. DO NOT GET ANY BIRTH CONTROL FROM MEXICO EVER!!!\nThey scratch out the expiration dates on the packaging inside on the pill boxes themselves! She had this happen to her.\n2. The pharmacy rarely sells expired BC pills. If it happens return them ASAP for new ones NO problem.\n3. Just for this month you should probably use extra protection if you are concerned about getting pregnant.\n Hope this helps you out,\n Carol
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How do you define "best"?\n\nIf by "best" you mean MOST EFFECTIVE...then abstinence is the "best".\n\nIf by "best" you mean fewest side effects...then condoms.\n\nIf by "best" you mean easiest, least time consuming...then the pill.
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types of birth control and your chances of getting pregnant\n\n-no birth control(85%)\n\n-spermicides alone(26%) spermicide usualy looks like a small pill, but its a substance that when put into your vagina will melt and become effective\n\n-periodic abstinance(25%) this is when you count the days between your periods and find out which ones youre not fertil on\n\n-withdrawl(19%) this is when the man pulls out right before he goes\n\n-cervical cap w/ spermicide(20-40%) this is a small rubber thing that looks like a cap that you fill with spermicide and place into your vagina\n\n-vaginal sponge(20-40%) this is a sponge you place into your vagina that is supposed to catch the sperm once it has entered\n\n-diphragm w/ spermicide(20%) much like the cap\n\n-condom alone (male)(14%) the rubber condom a man wears\n\n-condom alone (female)(21%) this condom goes into a girl rather than onto a guy\n\n-oral contaceptives(5%) this is the pill, you will usually take one a day, or with some new ones, one a week\n\n-IUD(less than 1-2%) this is something your gyno will have to place inside of you\n\n-injection(less than 1%) a shot you give yourself, usually once every 3 months\n\n-sterallization(less than 1%) a medical procedure that makes you infertil...this is permanent\n\n-nuvaring(1-2%) this is a small vaginal ring that you place into your vagina once a month and it releases hormones the way the pill would\n\nbut, no form of birth control can prevent STD...condoms do help so ALWAYS wear one unless youve both been tested, but know that they still can be obtained if a condom is being used.  also, if you are planning on getting on birth control talk to you gynocologist and ask him/her which one is best for you!
450355
Condoms are a safe bet, but there's always a risk.  Still, better to use one than not!
677725
No, because condoms are only good for like 15 minutes...and then are only 98% effective.  \n\nA combinations of condoms (when used properly) and the pill are your best bet, because that provides protection from STD's as well as birth control.