Birth Control Device

Birth control device is an equipment or method used to prevent conception. There are several techniques, equipments and methods to prevent pregnancy or to prevent fertilization like as abortion, contraception and contragestion. Accordingly there are various birth control devices available in health clinics like as condoms, IUDs, vaginal ring, birth control pills, cervical caps , besides the natural family planning methods which in one way or the other prevent pregnancy.

However, each device or method has its own pros and cons and not necessarily all are best methods for birth control. Some works fine while some may not work. It varies from person to person and should be used or adopted as per doctor's advise. Making choices about birth control is not an easy task.

There are many things to think about before starting birth control

The overall health of both the partners How often the couple is having sex The number of sex partners each of them have If they want to have children someday How well each birth control method works to prevent pregnancy Potential side effects Comfort level of the both the partners in using the method

Types of Birth Control Devices
Continuous Abstinence

This implies not having sex at any time.

Natural Family Planning/Rhythm Method

This birth control method is when there is no sex between the partners on the days when the female is most fertile (most likely to become pregnant) or they use a barrier method to prevent pregnancy during those days.

Barrier Methods
This method implies putting up a putting up a block, or barrier so that it prevents the sperms from reaching the egg. You can buy these forms over the counter. Some of the common birth control device acting as a barrier for conceiving are as follows:

• Contraceptive Sponge
• Diaphragm, Cervical Cap, and Cervical Shield
• Condom

Hormonal Birth Control Methods

This birth control method helps in preventing pregnancy by interfering with fertilization, ovulation, the fertilized egg implantation. You need a prescription to use these birth control devices. The devices used are:

• Oral Contraceptives
• The Patch
• Shot/Injection
• Vaginal Ring

Implantable Birth Control Devices

Here, the birth control device is inserted into the body and left in place till the time the couple wants to have a child. Usually it is in the female's body where such a device is inserted for a few years.

• Intrauterine Devices
• Implantable Rods

Permanent Birth Control Methods

In such a method, the couple opt for a permanent method of preventing pregnancy when they do not want to have more children or never want to have a child. You will need surgery or a medical procedure for this. The methods are:

• Surgical Sterilization
• Sterilization Implant

Emergency Contraception

This should not be used as regular method of birth control and is recommended only if the primary method fails.