Usually, a normal female has a 28-days of the menstrual cycle. She may be having 4 days here and there which is considered normal too. The complete cycle can be divided into three phases. Show
The pregnancy happens when the male's sperm meets a female's egg. When a woman's ovary releases an egg, it lives only for 12 to 24 hours. Whereas male sperm can live for about three days. Considering a typical female menstrual cycle of 28 days, a woman typically ovulates around day 14. In some cases, the ovulation may happen around days 12, 13 or 14. Ovulation is when a woman releases an egg for fertilization. If a man's sperm is available in the uterus, the pregnancy may occur. Now we have understood the menstrual cycle and how pregnancy happens, let's see different natural contraception methods and how to avoid pregnancy using these methods.
Emergency contraception is a way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Often called the morning-after pill, emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are pills that can be taken up to 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex. Some types of emergency contraception work best when taken within 72 hours (3 days) after intercourse. The copper IUD can sometimes be used as a form of emergency contraception. How Does Emergency Contraception Work?Emergency contraceptive pills work by delaying (the release of an egg during the monthly cycle). If fertilization and implantation have already happened, ECPs will not interrupt the pregnancy. How Well Does Emergency Contraception Work to Prevent Pregnancy?About 1 or 2 in every 100 women who use ECPs will become pregnant despite taking the pills within 72 hours after having unprotected sex. The "morning-after" name is somewhat misleading: You don't have to wait until the next morning to take ECPs. Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Emergency contraception will not prevent pregnancy if unprotected sex happens after taking the ECPs. Emergency contraception does not prevent all pregnancies. So see a doctor if you don't get your next expected period after taking ECPs. Does Emergency Contraception Help Prevent STDs?No. Emergency contraception does not protect against STDs. Couples having sex must always use condoms to protect against STDs even when using another birth control method. Are There Any Side Effects With Emergency Contraception?ECPs can cause some minor side effects for a few days, including:
These usually are minor, and most improve within 1 to 2 days. A girl's menstrual period may be temporarily irregular after she takes ECPs. Who Can Use Emergency Contraception?Emergency contraception is an option for a couple if: ECPs are also available to young women who are forced to have unprotected sex. Emergency contraception is not recommended:
Where Is Emergency Contraception Available?Some types of emergency contraceptive pills are available over the counter at drugstores and pharmacies for anyone of any age without a prescription. One type of emergency contraception (which works well up to 5 days after unprotected sex) is only available by prescription. A copper IUD used for emergency contraception needs to be placed by a doctor or . This can be done at a doctor's office or a health clinic, like Planned Parenthood. How Much Does Emergency Contraception Cost?Depending on the type of pills prescribed, ECPs cost between $15–$70. Many health insurance plans cover the cost of emergency contraception and family planning clinics (such as Planned Parenthood) charge much less. When Should I Call the Doctor?Someone who uses emergency contraception should call the doctor if they:
Easy ways to medically and naturally prevent an unwanted pregnancy Co-authored by Carrie Noriega, MD Last Updated: May 23, 2022 References Approved Download Article
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This article was co-authored by Carrie Noriega, MD. Dr. Noriega is a Board Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist and medical writer in Colorado. She specializes in women’s health, rheumatology, pulmonology, infectious disease, and gastroenterology. She received her MD from the Creighton School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska and completed her residency at the University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2005.
There are a variety of ways to decrease the risk of unwanted pregnancies without using a condom. You can speak to your family doctor to discuss (and receive prescriptions for) various medical options, or you can opt for natural methods. Keep in mind, however, that there are benefits to a condom beyond contraception - namely, the prevention of STIs (sexually transmitted infections). Also, the only 100% guaranteed way to prevent pregnancy is to abstain from sex; all other options significantly decrease your risk of pregnancy, but they are not guaranteed to prevent it. Steps
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Carrie Noriega, MD Board Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist This article was co-authored by Carrie Noriega, MD. Dr. Noriega is a Board Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist and medical writer in Colorado. She specializes in women’s health, rheumatology, pulmonology, infectious disease, and gastroenterology. She received her MD from the Creighton School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska and completed her residency at the University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2005. This article has been viewed 439,182 times.
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Read More... Article SummaryX To prevent pregnancy without a condom, consider taking hormonal birth control pills, which you can get from your doctor. Alternatively, have an IUD, or intrauterine device, fitted in your vagina, which are over 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy. Or, look into having a cervical cap or diaphragm fitted, since these block sperm from entering the uterus. If you don’t like the idea of using contraceptive methods, you should at least try the withdrawal method, where the man removes his penis just before ejaculating. However, keep in mind that this method isn’t as effective as others and relies on you trusting your partner. For more tips from our Medical co-author, including what to do if a condom breaks, read on! In other languages
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