Natural Birth Control Methods

The methods that prevent pregnancy but are NOT due to any mechanical or hormone manipulation through any contraceptive are considered as natural methods of birth control. In fact, natural methods are nothing but specific actions by a couple to prevent unintended pregnancy.

For an effective natural birth control method, both man and woman must need to have a mutual consent for such a decision. These methods need discipline and self-control. These methods are some of the oldest forms of contraception available.

Abstinence

Abstinence is defined as the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in sexual intercourse or sex play with a partner.

This is the only method which is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy as well as sexually transmitted diseases. Opting for abstinence in a relationship should be a mutual decision by both man and woman. At times, it is difficult to practice it, however, your reasons for this choice makes it easier for you to stick to it.

Withdrawal

Withdrawal is a behavioral action by the man during sexual intercourse. In this method, the man is required to draw his organ out of the female organ before the ejaculation i.e the moment when semen begins to spurt out of the male organ.

This may not be a super reliable method for a couple of reasons. First, a man when aroused ejects pre-ejaculate fluid, which may contain at least 300,000 sperm. If by any chance, this is released into the vagina, there is possibility fertilization. On the other hand, this method relies on complete self-control and exact sense of timing to withdraw in time.

Fertility Awareness Methods

This method requires a woman to monitor her body to determine the most fertile period i.e. ovulation time. Then the couple should avoid unprotected intercourse during the ovulation period. This involves being alert to different body changes such as basal body temperature or cervical mucus. It should be recorded to predict the time of will ovulation. The couple must agree to not have intercourse for seven days before and two days after the ovulation.

The fertility awareness methods include the Billings Method, the Symptothermal Method, and the Standard Days Method. One can also use the Fertility Apps available on your mobile phone store to help you track your body’s changes.

Outercourse

Outercourse is referred to as any type of sexual play without sexual intercourse.

This includes erotic massage, kissing, manual stimulation, masturbation, rubbing against each other, fantasy, or other methods or toys used to attain orgasm.

Continuous Breastfeeding

Continuous breastfeeding or lactational amenorrhea method helps to postpone the ovulation for up to six months post-delivery. This method works due to the fact that the hormone required to stimulate milk production prevents the release of the hormone that triggers ovulation.

However, a couple should not rely on this method for more than six months or if the woman got her period since giving birth. Additionally, the lactational amenorrhea method is only effective when the woman feeds the baby at least six times a day or every four hours during the day and every six hours at night from both breasts.

How to overcome erectile dysfunction naturally.

Slight change in your Lifestyle can bring the spark back!!!