NON-Hormonal Birth Control Options

Doctor answers questions about non-hormonal birth control options. Curious about Pros and Cons and how effective non-hormonal birth control is at preventing pregnancy, Dr. Nicole answers your questions in this video.

Whether your breastfeeding or just don't like the risks and side effects of hormonal bith control, here are some non-hormonal birth control options. Condoms, spermicides, natural family planning ovulation method, diaphragm, sponge birth control, copper IUD, withdrawl method, vaginal gel - we have a lot of options, but which is best for you? Dr. Nicole will help you sift through the facts and find the perfect fit for you and your body!

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Chapters:
0:00 Why not hormonal BC
0:31 Copper IUD
1:19 Spermicides
2:24 Diaphragm
3:14 Cervical Cap
4:40 Male Dondoms
5:45 Female Condom
6:19 Withdrawl Method
7:03 Birth Control Sponge
8:40 Vaginal Gel
9:48 Natural Family Planning
11:36 Sterilization

Disclaimer: While I am a Licensed Physical Therapist, this video is for informational purposes only and recommendations provided should always be discussed with your provider before you implement any changes.

[kellybennett]

I had a copper IUD despite my OB trying to steer me away from it because she stated most patients end up disliking it. It was great for 8 months postpartum but when my period came back, the cramping was HORRIBLE. Not just while my period was happening, but random *debilitating* cramping throughout the month. It was very easy to take out though! I’m sure every woman is different, but this was rough for me!

[AnnaLajkó]

To use Natural Family Planning effectively, you don't need to be predictable at all! The point of the process is to track the signs of ovulation. No matter how unpredictable your cycle is, you can very precisely tell when are you fertil. You have to check at least two fertility signs at the same time to be sure. Make sure to learn the method from a professional though.

[river]

Any advice for younger people who are interested in birth control? (17yr dating a 17yr don’t worry)

[cipriannecsutu]

20 procent chance of getting pregnant with the coitus interruptus? Who makes these stats? No way, i do that for 25 years. Many thousands of times. I never got surprises. When i wanted conception i made it from 1 or 2 tries. It is sad that you mention the option of sterilization, it is just de-humanizing.