12 - Fertility & Fertility Control Flashcards
what are 4 examples of natural birth control methods?
- abstinence
- outercourse
- coitus interruptus
- fertility awareness
what are the pros of male condoms?
- provides best protection against STIs
- no side effects
what are the cons of male condoms?
- can interrupt activity
- some people are allergic to latex
- may diminish sensation
- breakage
what are the pros of female condoms?
- can be inserted up to 8 hours before intercourse
- protection against STIs
what are the cons of female condoms?
- can be noisy, move or be uncomfortable
- slippage often occur
what are some cons of spermicide?
- has to be used with a diaphragm
- must be inserted 10-20 mins before intercourse
what are the cons of the contraceptive sponge?
- doesn’t protect against STIs
- can actually increase HIV risk
is plan B considered a primary means of contraception?
no
how does the hormonal birth control pill work?
mimics pregnancy hormones, tricking the body into thinking its pregnant, preventing ovulation
what is the female form of permanent contraception?
tubal ligation
what is the male form of permanent contraception?
vasectomy
after what time are abortions not performed anymore?
24 weeks
what are some characteristics of first trimester?
- morning sickness
- higher risk of spontaneous abortion
what are some characteristics of the second trimester?
- abdomen starts to noticeably swell
- movement of baby first evident
what happens during the third trimester?
- rapid fetal growth
