Contraception

rishisraw

Does anyone know of any natural contraceptives?

I’m reluctant to ask my girlfriend to go on the pill because I fear the side effects for her. Anyone done any research on this? Condoms tend to irritate my skin, so I’d like to find another option.

Belisarius

Abstinence?

Sorry, kidding – couldn’t resist.

The best thing is probably to have her chart her cycle, and adjust your “activities” accordingly. Isn’t foolproof, though, and may be frustrating for her as many women feel more like having sex when they’re ovulating (Mother Nature ain’t an idiot … )

Here’s some brief info on it: http://www.contraception.net/resource_centre/rh…

hannahmarie

you could try a copper IUD

rawrider

I have had a Mirena IUD in place for over a year. I love it!!! Granted, it was slightly uncomfortable for a little bit after it was first placed, but all discomfort has long since gone. This type of contraceptive is normally only reserved for women who have already had children, as the uterus has been stertched previously, and the body hardly reacts. I experienced pretty bad cramps the first day. They were like menstral cramps for about a week later then nothing. I spotted off and on for about 5 weeks, now things are great! I am shocked that a doctor would have inserted this device in a 17 year old!!! That’s insane! I suggest your friend talk to her gyno. This type of contrceptive is really more for women who have children and don’t want more, but have no interest in pursuing surgical means of birth control. Also, there are condoms. They’re really not so bad if you use a good lube like astroglide or something else that doesn’t get tacky. My personal fave is called liquid silk. It is designed for internal use. Did you know that most brands of lube are designed mainly for male masterbation, and could give a woman all kinds of infections? Be informed.