1. Contraception

2. Four Types of Contraception Barrier – stops sperm from entering uterus Chemical – stops a woman from ovulating, or kills sperm Permanent – surgically alter the body to prevent pregnancy Natural – does not use artificial ways to prevent pregnancy; uses knowledge of human body

3. Condoms Barrier Only effective way to prevent STIs 85% effective Both male and female products Easy access to products Use once

4. Diaphragm Barrier 85% effective Female inserts into vagina Should add spermacide Remove after 6 hours

5. Cervical Cap Barrier 85% effective Female inserts into vagina Fitted by doctor Should use spermacide Remove after 8 hours Similar to Diaphragm

6. Sponge Barrier 85% effective Female inserts into vagina Contains spermacide Easy to access product Good for 24 hours

7. Spermacide Chemical 70% Effective Woman sprays foam or gel into vagina Traps and kills sperm Use with other methods

8. Birth Control Pill Chemical **99% Effective Female takes 1 pill/day Uses hormones estrogen and progesterone to stop ovulation.

9. Depo – Provera Chemical 99% Effective Shot of progesterone in the arm, thigh, or buttocks Good for 3 months Lunelle similar – good for 1 month

10. Norplant Chemical 99% Effective Inserted under skin inside arm Releases progesterone to stop ovulation Good for 5 years Must be surgically removed to become pregnant

11. Nuva Ring Chemical Ring inserted into vagina Releases estrogen and progesterone to stop ovulation Good for one month

12. IUD – Intrauterine Device Chemical 99% effective T-shaped device inserted into uterus Made of copper or plastic Releases progesterone to stop ovulation Changes uterine lining Not recommended for woman with no children

13. Permanent Methods Tubal Ligation – Fallopian Tubes cut and tied Prevents eggs from reaching uterus Vasectomy – Vas Deferens cut Sperm cannot combine with Semen – makes travel difficult

14. Natural Methods Rhythm – abstain from sex during ovulation 75% Woman must be committed and know body signs of fertility Woman must have regular menstrual cycles Withdrawal – penis is removed before ejaculation 75% takes control some sperm may be released before ejaculation