BIRTH CONTROL

THROUGHOUT

HISTORY
Birth Control: A History
Types of contraceptive

for women


Types of contraceptive

for men
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Birth control

history
around 1850 BC-The earliest known recordings of birth control

methods date back to ancient Mesopotamia,The ancient

Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all had various forms of birth

control.

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What were the earliest

forms of birth control?

The earliest forms of birth control, as well as abortion,

were found in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia as far back

as 1850 BC. Papyrus scrolls were found to contain

directions on how to make birth control, using honey,

acacia leaves, and also lint as a form of cervical cap to

prevent sperm from entering the womb.

Extended breastfeeding for up to three years was also

used as a form of birth control in Ancient Egypt. Perhaps

one of the most famous ancient forms of birth control

was the silphium plant, native to North Africa. This plant

was used as a contraceptive and was incredibly popular in

ancient Greece and Rome. The plant could only be grown

in a small area of what is now modern-day Libya. Over-

cultivation of the plant led to its eventual extinction.

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In ancient Greece, many plants were used as a

form of birth control, including asafoetida, a

close cousin of the extinct silphium. Queen

Anne’s Lace was another popular

contraceptive plant, and in some parts of

India, it is still used for birth control today.

The withdrawal or pull-out method was also

used by ancient peoples to avoid fertilization.

Modern historians believe that most ancient

forms of birth control were ineffective, except

for the pull-out method. Even today, the pull-

out method has an effectiveness rate of 78%

if used correctly and consistently.

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yes,many ancient forms of birthcontrol would have been

qiute toxic and potentially dangerous,pregnancy and

childbirth alone killed millions of women in antiquityas they

didnt have todays modern medical interventions.so it is

understandable why many women took on risk that came in

ancient birthcontrol.women were advised to drink cooper

salt dissolved in water as a way to prevent pregnancy for

up to one year.copper salt is toxic

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when was pill

invented?
IN 1950s -planned parenthood federation

of america,gregory,and john rock created

the first birth control.

IN 1960s-the land mark supreme court

case Griswold V. Connecticut over

turned the ban on contraceptives for

married couples in 1972,the right to

contraceptives was extended to un

married couples.

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HOW HAS THE PILL CHANGED

WOMENS LIVES? THE PILL REVULOTIONIZED WOMENS

EMPOWERMENT &

OPPORTUNITIES

LEVELS OF EDUCATION

HEALTH OUTCOMES

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BIRTHCONTROL METHODS
REVERSIBLE METHODS
INTRAUTERINE CONTRACEPTION
LEVONORGESTRAL INTRAUTERINE SYSTEM

(LNG IUD)
-Small T-shaped device like the cooper T

IUD. it releases a small amount of

progestine each day to keep you from

getting pregnant
COOPER T INTRAUTERINE DEVICE

(IUD)
Small device that is shaped in the form of a (T).
hormonal methods
implant
-the implant is a single ,thin rod that is inserted

under the skin of a womens upper armthe rod

contains a progestin that is released into the

body over 3 years

shots
women get shots of the hormone progestine in

the buttocks or arm very three months from the

doctor.

oral contraception
combined oral contraception also called the pill

combined oral contraceptives contain the

hormones estrogen and progestine.

patch
the skin patch is worn on the lower

abdomen,buttock or upper body.the method is

prescribe by doctor.it release hormones

progestin and estrogen in the blood stream

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hormonal vaginal contraceptive ring
-the ring releases the hormones progestine and estrogen.you place the ring

inside your vagina.wear the ring for three weeks

diaphargm
each of these barries methods are placed inside the

vagina to cover cervix to block sperm

male condom

worn by men ,keeps sperm from getting into a

womens body

female condom
Usually made of thin latex
Insert into the vagina up to 4 hours before

penis-vagina sex
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A quick look at birth control options for men
Best for permanent birth control: Vasectomy
Best for an accessible barrier method: Condoms
Best for additional protection: Spermicide
Best for monitoring ovulation: Fertility awareness

What is birth control for men?

Birth control for men are methods that people can use to prevent or reduce the

chance of impregnating their sexual partner during sex.

Some birth control options, such as using a condom, are temporary and noninvasive.

A vasectomy, on the other hand, is the only permanent form of birth control for

males.

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 4 birth control options for men
Vasectomy
A vasectomy is the only permanentTrusted Source form of birth control for males. There are

several different vasectomy techniques, but each works by preventing sperm from entering the

vas deferens, the tube it normally flows through to exit the penis.

Best for an accessible barrier method:

Condoms
Condoms are a popular and accessible barrier method that can reduce the risk of pregnancy and STIs.

They come in various shapes, colors, and sizes, and some include a spermicidal lubricant to help kill

sperm.
Most condoms consist of latex, but people with latex allergies may purchase condoms comprising other

materials, such as polyurethane or polyisoprene. It is important to check the instructions or labeling for

potential allergens.

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YBest for additional protection:

Spermicide
Spermicide is a substance that kills spermTrusted Source. When a person uses it as the sole

method of contraception, they need to apply spermicide into the vagina.

With typical use, spermicide fails around 21% of the time. Due to this, spermicide may be an option

for people looking for additional protection alongside other methods, such as a condom.

Best for monitoring ovulation: Fertility awareness

Fertility awareness is a method that focuses on monitoring a female partner’s menstrual cycles to

pinpoint the likely time of ovulation. Partners can then avoid intercourse during this fertile window.
Males cannot practice this method alone. However, they can support female partners by charting

menstrual cycles, learning about the approach, and cooperating when they need to abstain from

sex.
Other ways to reduce the risk of pregnancy
The following are some other ways a person can reduce the risk of unintentional pregnancy.
However, these methods often have a higher failure rate.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal refers to removing the penis from the vagina before it ejaculates. In theory, this method may

prevent sperm from entering the vagina. An older study from 2014Trusted Source found that, with the

correct approach, the effectiveness of withdrawal is around 96%. However, over the course of a year,
22%Trusted Source of couples using this method will experience pregnancy.
Outercourse
Outercourse means giving and receiving sexual pleasure using methods that will not result in pregnancy,

such as oral sex, mutual masturbation, or using vibrators. As long as the semen does not make contact

with the vagina, there is no chance of pregnancy.

However, there is still a risk of contracting certain STIs, particularly if a person comes into contact with

their partner’s bodily fluids, including semen or vaginal fluid.