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There are many different birth control options available to choose from.

Natural and Non-Invasive Methods

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Natural and Non-Invasive Methods

Fertility awareness (the rhythm method) and withdrawal (pulling out of the vagina before ejaculation) are more casual approaches to birth control that can balance risk and reward better for some people.

The big advantage is that there’s no need for any tools, devices, or extra hormones, which makes it both natural and cheap. On the other hand, the margin for error is much larger: experts estimate that over 25 percent of women who use the rhythm or the withdrawal method will become pregnant (however, your chances improve when you combine the two).

If you’re serious about not getting pregnant, it’s far better to choose a more reliable form of birth control to use along with the withdrawal method, at least during your fertile times. It’s difficult to say what the best pairing is — everybody is different, and is willing to go to different lengths for birth control — so take the time to figure out what you absolutely don’t want and what you probably can live with.

Talking to a doctor, nurse, or other health care professional can open your eyes and answer important questions on your way to a decision.

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