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Sponges, Chastity Belts and Douches, Oh My!
From the early-Egyptian contraceptive sponge to the horrifying Lysol douche of the Great Depression — man and womankind has been trying to find ways to keep from getting preggers for quite a while. Check out some of these devices below and go to Newsweek if you're interested in learning more about the history of birth control.
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Some Doctors Object to the Pill on Moral Grounds
In the very first episode of Mad Men, Peggy Olson goes to the gynecologist seeking a prescription for the pill. Watching the scene, I cringed as the doctor grills Peggy about why she would want the contraceptive pills if she were not married. He says: "As a doctor we'd like to think that putting a woman in this situation isn't going to turn her into some sort of strumpet."
Are Occasional Breaks From the Pill Necessary?
Almost every woman I know has been on the pill at some point in her life, and many of us started when we were under 20 years old. It has many health benefits, such as preventing unwanted pregnancies, decreasing the risk of ovarian cancer, and alleviating PMS symptoms. The one big negative about the pill is that statistics show being on it for longer than 10 years puts you at a higher risk for breast cancer.
Condoms vs. the Pill: Which Do You Prefer?
When it comes to preferred methods of contraception among women, condoms have now caught up to the contraceptive pill in the UK. According to a new survey, condoms and the pill are equally popular among women, and those who said they preferred condoms cited its ability to protect against STDs. Of course I'm sure many cautious women use both methods, and with all the other contraception options out there, maybe you use neither!
Skip the Pill: Some Young Women Want to Be Sterilized
Kerry Balley, 24, is regular woman who knows she never wants to have kids. In today's Daily Mail, Kerry reveals that she plans to be sterilized before her upcoming wedding. She writes:I can't bear the thought of being tied down, a dependable mother and stable.
Next Up For Male Contraception: Reversible Hormone Injections
When it comes to birth control options, women have the pill, the patch, the ring, the diaphragm, IUDs . . .
What Do You Use For Birth Control?
It might seem like I have sex birth control on the brain. Last week I asked you about your experience or lack thereof with the female condom. Although it's most often talked about in intimate settings, birth control is in the news.
Study Says Women Delaying Pregnancy Due to Economy
What baby boom? Just because some news reports suggest that women are cutting back on their birth control due to budgetary restraints doesn't mean they're trying to get pregnant. A new study shows that ladies are putting off pregnancy as a result of the recession.
Hump Day: I Don't Like Hormonal Birth Control, So Now What?
Welcome to Hump Day,TrèsSugar's sex advice column. Are you confused about sex? Do you have trouble having an orgasm?
Did You Consider Permanent Birth Control While Pregnant?
When is enough, enough? For some women, the 40 weeks of pregnancy are plenty of time for them to decide whether or not they will continue to expand their family. At my last appointment, I was a bit shocked when the ob-gyn filling in for my doctor asked if I wanted my tubes tied.
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