At A Glance: Three months of protection against pregnancy in one dose. Injected by a health practitioner. Unnoticeable. Irregular periods (or no periods) may occur. 99% effective if you get the shot perfectly on time. What Is It The contraceptive injectable, or known as Depo or injectables, prevents pregnancy by releasing the hormone progestin. The […]
At A Glance: Small plastic and copper device inserted in the uterus to prevent pregnancy. Lasts up to 10 years. Hormone-free. Visit to healthcare provider required. Discreet. Very cost-effective. 99% effective What Is It A copper IUD (intrauterine device) is a small piece of flexible plastic wrapped in copper that offers up to ten years […]
At A Glance: Fertility awareness tracking. Cooperation between the couple is important. Fertility awareness tracking does not involve hormones and so much money. With perfect use: 95-99% effective; with typical use: 76-88% effective, depending on which method. No protection against STIs. No side effects. What Is It Fertility awareness-based methods are commonly known as natural […]
At A Glance: Also known as tubal ligation. Prevents pregnancy permanently. Surgery is usually fast, and recovery is easy. Does not cause hormonal changes. 99% effective. One of the leading contraceptive methods among women in the Philippines. What Is It In simpler terms, sterilization is a medical procedure that terminates the body’s ability to reproduce. […]
In a nutshell: The penis is removed before ejaculation to avoid sperm entering the vagina 73% effective with typical use, 96% effective with perfect use Difficult to do perfectly every time Does not protect against STIs (sexually transmitted infections) Does not include hormones or devices Free What is it? The withdrawal method, or pull out […]
Family planning is a shared responsibility; it shouldn’t just be the woman’s responsibility. As the man of the house, you have these options for taking an active role in planning your own family: condoms or vasectomy. Let’s talk about vasectomy. What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy or “the snip” is a simple surgery that usually […]
Even if you take the pills yourself, separating the truth from the nonsense can be difficult. Here are the top myths about the pills in the Philippines. Myth #1 The pill makes you gain weight. Studies have proven that the modern pills generally do NOT cause weight gain. Those who still believe that weight gain […]
Just like any other medication, hormonal oral contraceptives carry some risks as well. The first pills came out over 50 years ago, but modern hormonal contraceptives use a lower dose of hormones, which also means lower side effects for women; however, the connection between hormones and cancer is continually being researched and explored. Latest research […]
Weighing in the pros and cons of using pills could be complicated, especially if you’re very concerned about gaining weight. Have you ever quit taking the pill because you heard someone got fat from using it? People who had bad experiences with contraception are exceptions, and does not mean that everyone will definitely go through […]
For every medicine available, there are always side effects that come along with them; but what sticks in people’s minds are always the negative things. That’s human nature, and everyone experiences it. Remember that drug companies list down all possible negative effects that you may experience with a medication, even if it’s very rare. Consider […]
