Family Planning Methods Explained

Ideally, a family should live a comfortable lifestyle. It means that parents must provide their children with a good home, enough food, clothing and all other basic needs. It is recommended that a couple plan their family so that it is not difficult for them to meet all the needs of their children. One of the ways to plan a family is to decide the right number of children to have. If you have the financial ability to support as many children as you can, then go for it. But if you and your spouse only have enough financial resources to support two children, then it is better to use birth control.

The calendar method

Considered as the oldest and most natural contraceptive method, the couple calculates the moment of ovulation and refrains from sexual intercourse during that time. The method is performed by counting back 14 days from the first day of a woman’s monthly menstruation. After identifying the time of ovulation, the couple decides to stop having sex on the day of ovulation. This method is popular, however it is not 100% effective. There are some cases where a couple can conceive a baby even if they used this method.

The withdrawal method

Another natural method of birth control is called coitus interruptus or “withdrawal method.” This is done by withdrawing the man’s penis from the woman’s vagina before ejaculation, so that semen cannot enter it. There are millions of couples using this particular method, which can be effective if done correctly. However, there is still a chance of pregnancy if it is not done correctly. Medical experts believe that pre-ejaculate may contain sperm that could fertilize an egg, so some would not recommend this type of method due to its high risk of pregnancy. This method can also indirectly cause sexually transmitted diseases, which is a major complication of the withdrawal method.

artificial methods

Technology has developed more effective methods of birth control. Condoms, intrauterine device (IUD), spermicides, and birth control pills are readily available and can be purchased at pharmacies or clinics. These types have been shown to be effective, but there are still certain downsides if you decide to use them for birth control.

Now, if you accidentally got pregnant, then it is advisable to have a medical abortion as soon as possible if you decide not to continue. Go to a doctor and ask about the safest abortion methods available.