How to have sex without pregnancy and how to avoid pregnancy safely from a doctor
Doctor Nguyen Quang Hieu's article on how to have sex without getting pregnant, the latest methods of contraception.
How to have sex without pregnancy and how to avoid pregnancy safely from a doctor
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Sex is inevitable in the maintenance of the species and the release of personal satisfaction. Moreover, the matter focuses on personal development, couples often wait for certain conditions to decide to have children. Therefore, having sex without pregnancy is always a matter of concern and application by many young people. So, how to have sex without getting pregnant? In the following article, we would like to introduce some ways to prevent pregnancy during sex.
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- The main rule for pregnancy
- Effective ways to prevent pregnancy
- How to avoid pregnancy safely from a doctor's perspective
- Misconceptions about non-pregnant sex
The main rule for pregnancy
How to have sex without getting pregnant. First, we must understand the principle of how conception works.
Fertilization occurs when sperm comes into contact with an egg and fuses its genetic material. From there, a zygote is formed, which develops into an embryo sac and gradually becomes a fetus.
So the main rule to have sex without pregnancy is to prevent the sperm cell from contacting the egg cell. What methods of contraception meet this principle? Let's learn the next part of the article to choose the right measure for you.
Choose the method that works best for you
Effective ways to prevent pregnancy
1. How to prevent pregnancy naturally
Ejaculation outside the vagina
It is a method used by many men. Couples still have intercourse as usual, but when it comes to the climax, about to reach orgasm, the man needs to quickly withdraw the penis to ejaculate out, avoiding the semen falling into the woman's vagina. Ejaculation is also a way to have sex without getting pregnant.
This method of contraception can affect the pleasure of both men and women. In particular, it requires the man to have good control of excitement and determine the necessary time to withdraw the penis.
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This natural birth control method is less effective at preventing pregnancy because even a small drop of semen can cause an unwanted pregnancy.
No vaginal intercourse
Two people just cuddling, caressing, giving each other sexual pleasure and of course not allowing the penis to enter the vagina. This is considered a natural method of contraception, completely harmless for both men and women. Anyone can use this measure to protect themselves and their partners.
However, when applying how couples should pay attention. If male pleasure leads to ejaculation, both partners need to let the semen out, not to stick in the vagina. If not, it is possible to conceive, especially in the days of ovulation.
This method requires both exercise of alertness and a high degree of restraint. You have to know how to control yourself, don't have sex too far or you will easily get pregnant.
Calculate ovulation to prevent pregnancy
This is one of the natural ways of birth control , based on the contraceptive mechanism of the menstrual cycle . This method of calculating safe sex days can be applied through the menstrual cycle. If you want to apply the method, you must track the last 8 menstrual periods to see if they are regular.
Depending on the body of each person as well as psychology, diet, and activities, the menstrual cycle of each person will be different. A normal woman's menstrual cycle lasts from 28 to 35 days.
How the menstrual cycle works:
- Use for regular menstruation, 28-day cycle.
- Each month, an egg is released on day 14 of the next menstrual cycle. They live in the fallopian tubes for 1 to 2 days, waiting for an opportunity to fertilize. Sperm can live for 5 days in the vaginal environment. Therefore, a few days before and after ovulation, the chances of conception will be very high.
Based on ovulation, it can be divided into 3 stages to calculate safe sex days as follows:
Stage 1: Relatively safe sex day
- Count from the day you start your period to the 9th day . This is the time when eggs begin to gradually fall. If you have sex on these days, there is still a chance that the egg is still alive, if it meets the sperm, there is still a chance of fertilization.
- Therefore, contraception at this time is only relative.
Stage 2: The most fertile period
- You need to avoid sex on the days of ovulation in the middle of the cycle. The chance that the egg can meet the sperm at this time is over 90%. So if you have sex at this stage, it's best to use other methods of contraception.
Stage 3: Safe sex day
- From the 20th day of one menstrual cycle to the first day of the next period is a wonderful time for couples. At this time, the egg is in the process of decomposition and preparing for a new cycle. In a nutshell, sex near the day of your period 8 days will be an absolutely safe day . Therefore, during intercourse, the sperm will not be able to meet the egg.
- However, there are also cases of delayed ovulation because of health disturbances in a woman's menstrual cycle.
Based on ovulation, it can be divided into 3 phases to calculate safe sex days
See more: How to calculate ovulation: Easy or difficult?
Note: For people with menstrual disorders , irregular menstruation, unstable psychology, this method should not be used. Because eggs can be released at any time.
Sex while breastfeeding
When you are breast-feeding exclusively and regularly for the first 6 months (do not give your baby anything to eat or drink), menstruation has not yet appeared, it is possible to have sex without getting pregnant. The reason is that breastfeeding increases prolactin levels in a woman's body, which helps prevent ovulation to prevent pregnancy.
However, not all nursing mothers apply this method successfully.
Sex during menopause
A woman's chances of getting pregnant wane over time. When a baby girl is born, she carries 1-2 million eggs with her. By adulthood, the number of eggs left is about 300,000. And only about 25,000 eggs remain in females after the age of 30.
As a woman turns 40, her chances of getting pregnant decrease. This doesn't mean that women over 40 can't get pregnant. When a woman goes through menopause, it means there are no eggs left in her body. Having sex at this time will absolutely not get pregnant.
The age when women will go through menopause occurs at 44 years of age onwards.
2. Using birth control pills
Daily birth control pills
Taking oral contraceptives daily is also one of the safe methods of contraception, which many women care about and use. Helps to take the initiative in love, without worrying about interruptions, feeling sublimated to the full. To increase the effectiveness of the drug, you should take it on time, at a certain time.
With today's modern oral contraceptives, if used correctly, the effectiveness of contraception can be up to 97%. However, taking oral contraceptives also brings unwanted side effects to a woman's health such as headache , dizziness, nausea , chest pain, menorrhagia, weight gain... Before using the drug To prevent pregnancy, women need to visit a gynecologist for advice on choosing the right type of birth control pill for themselves.
Oral contraceptives thicken the cervical fluid to prevent sperm from passing through and reduce sperm movement in the fallopian tubes. The pill is recommended to be taken at a certain time of day, but don't worry if you forget to take your daily pill. Please calm down and read the instructions for use on the packaging!
Daily birth control pills
The two types of daily birth control pills include:
Combination pills, which contain estrogen and progestin:
- These should be taken daily, as directed.
- Packages often contain a number of drugs containing hormones and vitamins, iron supplements. When taking these pills, a person will have a 1-month "off" period, during which the contraceptive effect remains.
Progestin-only pills:
- This medicine requires you to take it at the same time every day without missing a single pill.
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Emergency contraceptive pills
This type of birth control pill is similar to the daily pill, it contains the female sex hormone progestin. However, the level of progestin hormone in the emergency contraceptive pill is higher, so it immediately works to prevent ovulation, preventing pregnancy.
The emergency contraceptive pill is known as a way of preventing pregnancy after sex . The drug is indicated for use in cases when two men and women have just had sex but do not use contraception or use a condom but the condom is punctured or torn.
Remember this is only a "fireproof" option in urgent cases and there are still many health hazards, so regular use is not recommended.
Contraceptive injection
Each injection is effective for 12 weeks. According to the CDC (USA), when used correctly, is more than 90% effective at preventing pregnancy.
If you're planning to get pregnant, you'll need to stop taking birth control pills for about 10 months or so for your fertility to return to normal.
Sperm Inactivation Drugs
Spermicide is a chemical that inactivates sperm.
When used, spermicide should be inserted near the cervix at least 10 minutes before sexual intercourse. It remains effective for 60 minutes and is about 71% effective.
Spermicide gel can be found at drugstores or purchased online. This type is also less common in Vietnam.
Sperm inactivation is about 71% effective.
Oral contraceptive implant
This is a form of hormone birth control. A graft containing the drug progestin, implanted under the skin. Of course, the size of this puzzle is only a small stick.
The implant works by releasing the hormone progestin into the body, preventing ovulation. The CDC estimates that the contraceptive implant is 99% effective.
The effective period of this contraceptive implant is 3 years. After 3 years you can have another implant.
3. How to prevent pregnancy without using pills
Condom
Condoms act as a barrier. Prevents sperm from coming into contact with the vagina, so it is impossible to conceive. This is considered a safe method of contraception chosen by many couples.
Male condom:
- Using condoms for sex is a way many couples use, safely, without fear of pregnancy. Because condoms are easy to use, easy to find, painless, and less irritating to users. However, what is the rate of condom tearing? The answer is 2%.
- When using condoms, the couple can completely get excited and happy as usual. As long as you know how to choose the right condom for you. On the market today, there are many brands of condoms such as Durex, Zone, Ok, Sagami. Male condoms have many types such as spikes, Invisible ... many sizes and many different scents.
- On the other hand, using condoms also protects against sexually transmitted diseases. Using condoms is a non-pregnant method of sex that is chosen by most couples because of its convenience and does not cause side effects to health like many other contraceptive methods.
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Female condom:
- Same with male condoms. They can be used in place of male condoms.
- According to the CDC (USA), the effective contraceptive rate of female condoms is about 79%.
- Many drugstores now sell female condoms, but if your local store doesn't have one, you can buy them online.
Female condom
Notes on using condoms
- Pay attention to the expiration date of condoms.
- Do not use sharp objects to open condoms. Using scissors or teeth to open a condom can cause the condom to break.
- Some condoms have a tip that is made like a sperm bag. You just wear it for your boyfriend. However, some condoms have a rounded tip, without a semen sac. When using, must leave a space at the top. Otherwise, the pressure during ejaculation can tear or the semen can spill out, contact the vagina, at this time there is a risk of conception. You need to use birth control methods after sex!
- In addition, when using, pay attention to the size. Large condoms are easy to slip off. Small, tight condoms are easy to tear. Both carry a risk of conception.
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Contraceptive skin patch
- You can use it on: back, buttocks, thighs, upper arms
- Take it continuously for 3 weeks, before discarding it for 1 week to allow a menstrual period.
- There is a small risk of skin irritation for sensitive individuals.
Diaphragm to prevent pregnancy
Using a diaphragm is also a way to prevent pregnancy for women to know.
Rule:
- Similar to condoms. A diaphragm is a barrier, placed in the vagina.
- It helps prevent sperm from reaching the cervix. Therefore, the sperm cannot penetrate the egg cell and fertilize it.
The method of contraception with a vaginal barrier is not widely used. Because the usage is complicated and the effectiveness of contraception is not as high as the above methods. This method is only suitable for women who are older, have low fertility and have a lot of experience in sex. Up to 90% effective if used together with spermicidal gel.
Cervical cap
A cervical cap is a soft silicone cup that is placed deep inside the vagina.
Rule:
- It consists of a piece of soft rubber that is placed on the cervix to prevent sperm from reaching the egg.
- This effectiveness of cervical cap varies by source, but its effectiveness estimates range from about 70-85%.
Note:
- It does not protect against STIs.
- Cervical caps are available in drugstores and online.
Contraceptive sponge
The structure of the contraceptive sponge is like a sponge. Made of polyurethane foam and contains spermicidal gel. The sponge is placed deep inside the vagina to block sperm from entering the uterus.
If used alone, sponge efficiency is 76-88%.
This product is less popular in Vietnam.
Vaginal ring
According to the NHS, the birth control ring is called the NuvaRing. Efficiency from 95-99%.
This is a small, plastic ring that is placed in the vagina for 3 weeks. It secretes hormones into the body to prevent pregnancy.
The ring must be removed for 7 days to allow a menstrual cycle before inserting a new ring.
IUD
Highly effective in preventing pregnancy, but many of you experience irritation and complications when you put the ring incorrectly. Therefore, you should go to medical centers for expert advice and proper ring placement.
The IUD is a small, T-shaped device that is inserted deep inside a woman's vagina. This is to prevent the egg from being fertilized and find a place to nest to develop into an embryo.
The effective placement of this ring can last from 3 to 10 years, depending on the type of ring.
Two types are available: the TCu64 ring containing copper, and the ring containing the hormone. Efficacy is evaluated equally.
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Vasectomy, sterilization
- This method is very safe without affecting the health and pleasure of men during the couple's relationship.
- A vasectomy prevents sperm from traveling to the seminal vesicles and prevents pregnancy. The procedure does not touch the testicles, so it cannot turn strong men into "eunuchs" as many couples fear.
- Sterilization is a common method of birth control in women. Similar to vasectomy, sterilization in women involves cutting and ligation of the fallopian tubes. This surgery is more complicated than men's, but it is not as effective as a vasectomy.
How to avoid pregnancy safely from a doctor's perspective
These methods are only effective when used regularly, mastered or combined with other methods of contraception.
The methods above (except condoms) will not protect you from STIs. Therefore, using condoms during sex is the most effective way to prevent pregnancy because this method in addition to preventing pregnancy also helps you prevent sexually transmitted diseases.
The choice of method of contraception should be based on
- Recoverability: For most birth control methods, a woman can still have a normal pregnancy when she stops using them. The time to appear early or late pregnancy signs depends on each person's body and method of contraception.
- Ease of use: You can consider to choose a method of protection that is suitable for your health.
- Depending on the economic condition, health, mental, economic situation, religion and psychology of each person, the method of contraception is selected accordingly.
Misconceptions about non-pregnant sex
What to eat after sex to prevent pregnancy?
There are foods that are believed to prevent conception. Some foods are eaten by teeth to prevent pregnancy after sex such as: tofu, garlic, papaya, coffee, caffeinated foods... This is a relatively false belief! You should use safe birth control methods above to avoid unwanted things!
Non-pregnant sex positions
“Intimacy” in standing or sitting positions and also in positions where the woman is on top. These sex positions are believed to be non-pregnant, as the earth's gravity will cause semen to leak out of the vagina. This is a false belief!
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Through the article, SignsSymptomsList has provided contraceptive methods in many different forms so that readers can choose to suit each person's needs. Each contraceptive method has its own advantages and disadvantages. Please consider carefully before applying to avoid unwanted pregnancy as well as achieve satisfaction in sex life.