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After discussing on some artificial contraceptives, now I'm going to post information on several natural contraceptive methods.
Periodic Abstinence
This is one of the most commonly done natural contraceptive method in most countries. It is a method wherein it is observed when a woman's fertile time is identified. These methods include the standard days method, calendar (rhythm) method, cervical mucus (or ovulation) method, and basal body temperature method.
Standard Days Method
This method is done by predicting fertility through observing the length of the menstrual cycle. This method does not really need a calendar. Method: (From www.contracept.org)
To use the SDM you will need to count the days of your menstrual cycle, starting with the first day your period begins.
1. Count the first day of your period as day 1.
2. On days 1 to 7 you are not fertile and can have unprotected intercourse. (Provided neither partner has an STD, it is medically safe to have sex even while menstruating!)
3. On days 8 to 19 you must avoid sex or use a barrier method if you do not want to get pregnant.
4. From day 20 until your period starts you can have unprotected sex.
Periodic Abstinence
This is one of the most commonly done natural contraceptive method in most countries. It is a method wherein it is observed when a woman's fertile time is identified. These methods include the standard days method, calendar (rhythm) method, cervical mucus (or ovulation) method, and basal body temperature method.
Standard Days Method
This method is done by predicting fertility through observing the length of the menstrual cycle. This method does not really need a calendar. Method: (From www.contracept.org)
To use the SDM you will need to count the days of your menstrual cycle, starting with the first day your period begins.
1. Count the first day of your period as day 1.
2. On days 1 to 7 you are not fertile and can have unprotected intercourse. (Provided neither partner has an STD, it is medically safe to have sex even while menstruating!)
3. On days 8 to 19 you must avoid sex or use a barrier method if you do not want to get pregnant.
4. From day 20 until your period starts you can have unprotected sex.
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