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Birth control is a regimen of one or more actions, devices, or medications followed in order to deliberately prevent or reduce the likelihood of a woman giving birth or becoming pregnant. Methods and intentions typically termed birth control may be considered a pivotal ingredient to family planning. Mechanisms which are intended to reduce the likelihood of the fertilisation of an ovum by a spermatozoon may more specifically be referred to as contraception. Contraception differs from abortion in that the former prevents fertilization, while the latter terminates an already established pregnancy. Methods of birth control which may prevent the implantation of an embryo if fertilization occurs are medically considered to be contraception but characterized by some opponents as abortifacients.
Birth control is a controversial political and ethical issue in many cultures and religions, and although it is generally less controversial than abortion specifically, it is still opposed by many. There are various degrees of opposition, including those who oppose all forms of birth control short of sexual abstinence; those who oppose forms of birth control they deem "unnatural," while allowing natural birth control; and those who support most forms of birth control that prevent fertilisation, but oppose any method of birth control which prevents a fertilized embryo from attaching to the uterus and initiating a pregnancy.
History of birth control
Probably the oldest methods of contraception (aside from sexual abstinence) are coitus interruptus, barrier methods, and herbal abortifacients. More on [ Birth control ]
Uganda has the highest unmet need for contraception in east Africa, but lacks the resources to address the problem http://bit.ly/1jAK8N
CTrouper (Charlotte Cooper) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:58:08 -0000
Uganda has the highest unmet need for contraception in east Africa, but lacks the resources to address the problem http://bit.ly/1jAK8N
needs to go back to reading up on contraception.. the future of it of course!
liting07 (liting) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:47:39 -0000
needs to go back to reading up on contraception.. the future of it of course!
'ASI can induce weight loss and work as contraception.' Mommy : It's a lie! *i should've asked the doctor*
princess_chrysa (Annemarie Chrysantia) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:19:06 -0000
'ASI can induce weight loss and work as contraception.' Mommy : It's a lie! *i should've asked the doctor*
Why Korean Girls Don't Say No: Contraception Commercials, Condom... http://tinyurl.com/y8tha7s
5f7luello2hqo (Luella Leon) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:38:57 -0000
Why Korean Girls Don't Say No: Contraception Commercials, Condom... http://tinyurl.com/y8tha7s
10 TRUTHS TO NULLIFY THE NEED FOR CONTRACEPTION AND POPULATION CONTROL http://bit.ly/1LyhlY #Abortion
okgrandpa (Abelardo Navarro) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:32:37 -0000
10 TRUTHS TO NULLIFY THE NEED FOR CONTRACEPTION AND POPULATION CONTROL http://bit.ly/1LyhlY #Abortion
Lol RT @nhsdirect: A bump in the night? Our contraception advice is here: http://bit.ly/LPrZn #halloween
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Lol RT @nhsdirect: A bump in the night? Our contraception advice is here: http://bit.ly/LPrZn #halloween
About Birth Control: What You Need to Know - Article from KidsHealth features basics on birth control.
Meta Description: [ Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Read this article to get the basics on birth control. ]
Ann Rose's Ultimate Birth Control Link Page - Site contains extensive links to useful information regarding, birth control, sexual activity and potential childbearing.
Meta Description: [ Links to many methods of Birth Contol methods including: birth control pills, abstinence, breastfeeding, cervical cap, condoms diaphragm,
emergency pill, hormonal implants, hormonal injections, iud, male birth control, family planning, hormonal patch, rhythm
method, vaginal ring, spermicide, sp... ]
Birth Control and Contraception for Teenagers - Contraception and birth control methods suitable for teens are described including condoms, contraceptive pills, and injectable methods.
Meta Description: [ What is birth control? Barrier methods, the male and female condom. Hormonal methods including injectable contraceptives such as Depo-Provera, and the contraceptive pill. ]
Birth Control Choices for Teens - Detailed guide from Planned Parenthood.
Meta Description: [ Planned Parenthood offers health information about birth control ]
Brook Advisory Centres - Provides free and confidential sexual health advice and contraception to young people. Includes facts, rights, FAQ, and a game.
Meta Description: [ Brook provides free and confidential sexual health advice and contraception to young people up to the age of 25 ]
Contraception and Sexual Health Guide - Provides facts and advice on abortion, education, SIDS, and emergency contraception.
Meta Description: [ fpa contraception and sexual health guide: This section of our website gives you quick and easy access to facts and advice on sexual health and contraception. ]
Contraceptive Guide - Methods of birth control currently available, with cost, failure rate, correct usage, advantages and disadvantages of each.
Meta Description: [ Methods of birth control currently available, with cost, failure rate, correct usage, advantages, and disadvantages of each, Methods of birth control currently available, with cost, failure rate, correct usage, advantages, and disadvantages of each ]
Successful Contraception: Questionnaire - Interactive program helps you choose the birth control method that's right for you. Examines lifestyle and medical issues.
Young Womens Health: Contraception and Birth Control - Provides information about what it means to be involved in a sexual relationship, sexually transmitted diseases, and how to prevent pregnancy.
Meta Description: [ Providing education, clinical care, research, and health care information for adolescent girls and young women ]
Zero Adolescent Pregnancy (ZAP) - Teen pregnancy prevention and peer education program. Includes a feedback page to ask questions about reproductive health including birth control, and HIV/AIDS.
Meta Description: [ Zero Adolescent Pregnancy (ZAP) is a nationally
recognized community effort with a goal of reducing teen pregnancy in
Cortland County by one third by the Year 2000. ]
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