Contraception is a method or means of preventing pregnancy. In a sexual context, contraception is used to control if and when a person becomes pregnant. Contraception can come in many forms, including hormonal methods (such as birth control pills, hormonal IUDs, birth control pills, and the contraceptive ring), barrier methods (such as condoms and diaphragms), and intrauterine devices (IUDs), among others.
The purpose of contraception is to allow sexually active individuals to engage in sexual activity without the risk of unwanted pregnancy. For many, it is also important for planning family size and timing of children. Some forms of contraception, such as condoms, also have the added benefit of protecting against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
A hormone-based contraceptive that is inserted into the vagina and releases hormones that prevent ovulation. The vaginal ring is changed monthly and requires a prescription from a doctor.
A hormone-based contraceptive that releases hormones through the skin. The patch is changed weekly and works in the same way as birth control pills by preventing ovulation.
Hormonbaserede præventionsmidler, der tages dagligt og forhindrer ægløsning, hvilket gør det vanskeligere for sæd at nå ægget. P-piller er tilgængelige i forskellige typer og styrker