No. There is no evidence that taking a “rest” is helpful. In fact, taking a “rest” from COCs can lead to unintended pregnancy. COCs can safely be used for many years without having to stop taking them periodically.
Not always. Researchers have not found a direct link between using hormonal birth control and gaining weight. Every hormone method can affect you differently.
Yes, she does not need to wait until 6 weeks postpartum. POPs are safe for both the mother and the baby and do not affect milk production.
Yes. There is no minimum or maximum age for POP use.
The ring should be left in place always. Some women may remove the ring for sex or for cleaning, but this is not necessary and not recommended because some women forget to put it back within 2 hours. If the ring slips out, it should be rinsed in clean water and immediately reinserted.
Yes. If needed, ECPs can be taken again, even in the same cycle. A woman who needs ECPs often may want to consider a longer-acting and more effective family planning method.
No. Most research finds no major changes in bleeding patterns after female sterilization. If a woman was using a hormonal method or IUD before sterilization, her bleeding pattern will return to the way it was before she used these methods.
No. In vasectomy the tubes carrying sperm from the testicles are blocked. The testicles remain in place.
No. After vasectomy, a man will look and feel the same as before. He can have sex the same as before.
No. On average, about 2% of condoms break, tear, or slip off completely during sex, primarily because they are used incorrectly. Used properly, condoms seldom break.
No, but it does require practice and patience.
No. Male and female condoms should not be used together. This can cause friction that may lead to slipping or tearing of the condoms.
It is 100% effective when practiced consistently, however users should consider if they are able to practice this method consistently.
The effectiveness of this method depends on the user. With typical use, effectiveness is about 80%.