Norplant
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Six small rods are inserted under the skin of a woman’s upper arm, and these rods release the synthetic hormone progestin that prevents pregnancy. Continue reading
When a teen decides that they wish to become sexually active, protecting themselves from teenage pregnancy should be of extreme importance. Despite what some may say, a female can become pregnant at any time of the month, again, any time. Also, even though some people may say so, using the ‘withdraw’ method is not a form of birth control. Sperm can enter into a female long before ejaculation happens. People who are engaging in sex must use a method that is proven to be effective. Condoms are not 100% effective, but can be a good choice. Likewise, it is best if the female communicates with her parents and/or doctor and takes birth control medication. If a pregnancy does occur, it is vitally important for teens to tell their parents. This is a responsibility that a teen should never try to handle. For the health of the expecting mother and the baby, healthcare is very important from the beginning of the pregnancy to the end. If a teen is afraid and tries to hide the pregnancy, it is a huge mistake. Help is everywhere and not be afraid to ask.
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Six small rods are inserted under the skin of a woman’s upper arm, and these rods release the synthetic hormone progestin that prevents pregnancy. Continue reading
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A small device that contains copper or a synthetic progestin hormone is inserted into a woman’s uterus. Continue reading
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A thin polyurethane sheath, shaped like a small pouch with flexible rings at each end. The ring at the closed end holds the pouch in place inside the vagina, while the ring at the open end remains outside the vagina. The pouch collects semen and prevents it from entering the vagina. Continue reading
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A woman uses spermicide to coat this dome-shaped silicone or latex cup with a flexible rim. Then she inserts it to the back of her vagina so that it covers the cervix, where it blocks sperm. Continue reading
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A woman gets an intramuscular shot of the artificial hormone progestin every three months, which keeps her from getting pregnant. Continue reading
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A woman uses spermicide to coat the inside of this silicone or latex thimble-shaped device. Then she inserts it to the back of her vagina so that it suctions over the cervix, where it blocks sperm. Continue reading
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A polyurethane or latex sheath (rubber) covers the penis and collects the semen, preventing sperm from entering a woman’s vagina. There are animal skin condoms available; however, unlike latex or polyurethane condoms, they do not provide protection from STDs, including HIV. Continue reading