Adult Product Q&A Sexual Health Contraception Guide

What is the best and safest method of contraception? Common contraceptive methods for women

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Asked on:Apr 02, 2026 07:56 AM

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  • Boaz Boaz

    Apr 02, 2026

      Young couples and lovers are always "sexually" excited when they are together. If you don't have any worries, don't forget to spend some time on contraception. healthy The body is the foundation of perfect sex. And unexpected pregnancy, flow of people It will cause harm to the body and affect sexual life. So we need to learn to choose the best contraceptive method. So what is the best and safest way for women to avoid pregnancy? Next, I will introduce it in detail for your reference.

      How is the best and safest way for women to use contraception? Recommended common contraceptive methods

      1. Medroxyprogesterone contraceptive injection

      One dose can prevent pregnancy for 3 months. Inject 150 mg once on the 2nd to 7th day of menstruation, once every 3 months.

      2. IUD

      This scary-looking thing is called an IUD, and the “device” is called Uterus Built-in fixtures. It can remain in the uterus for five years from the time it is inserted into the body. For heavy menstrual bleeding and Dysmenorrhea of female It is particularly suitable, with a success rate of 99%, which means there is almost no possibility of pregnancy. However, there are many things to pay attention to before and after inserting the IUD. Women should keep in mind:

      (1) Cervical laceration does not affect the IUD ring at the bottom of the uterus and has little to do with it. However, attention should be paid to reexamination to prevent the possibility of the ring falling off.

      (2), acute pelvic inflammatory disease ,acute Vaginitis , severe cervical erosionMenorrhagia or irregular bleeding, uterine fibroids, or narrow cervix; Women with severe systemic diseases should not undergo iris insertion, otherwise it will lead to increased inflammation and increased menstrual flow.

      (3) Although the operation of inserting the ring is simple and safe, it is a surgical operation after all. In order to avoid infection, sexual intercourse is strictly prohibited for 3 days before the operation and two weeks after the operation. Pay attention to vaginal hygiene. Do not take a bath after inserting the ring to avoid uterine cavity infection. You should rest for 1 to 2 days after the operation, and do not do heavy physical labor or heavy exercise within a week, because the cervix is ​​loose just after the IUD is inserted, and the IUD is easy to fall off.

      (4) Women with loose uterine openings and heavy menstrual flow may have the IUD fall off during menstruation, so when going to the toilet during menstruation, you should pay attention to whether the ring has fallen out with blood. Generally, in the first month after IUD insertion, you will go to the hospital for a check-up after your menstruation is clear, and then again after 3 months. It can be reviewed once every 1 to 2 years in the future. Within 3 months after the ring is inserted, especially during the menstrual period, you should pay more attention to whether the ring has fallen off. If it is found to have fallen off, take other contraceptive measures in time and wait until the next menstruation to go to the hospital for another ring insertion.

      3. Contraceptive vaginal ring

      The contraceptive vaginal ring is a soft and transparent ring with an outer diameter of 5.4mm. It only needs to be placed once a month. Women can easily insert it into the vagina themselves. After that, they do not need to use other contraceptive measures. It is a hormonal contraceptive method with a success rate of 92%. It was removed after 3 weeks and a new one was inserted after one week.

      4. Female contraceptive patch

      The contraceptive patch is about half the size of a business card, like a small flesh-colored sticker. By continuously releasing hormones, they enter the blood through the skin and blood vessels, thereby inhibiting ovulation and achieving a contraceptive effect. It can be attached to any of the four areas: buttocks, abdomen, outer arms and outer shoulders, but cannot be attached to the chest.

      Apply one patch on the first day of your period or the first Sunday of your period, and replace it on the same day each week for three weeks. There is no need to use it during the fourth week. The patch is designed to be waterproof, so users don’t have to worry about it falling off when bathing or swimming. The success rate is also as high as 92%.

      5. Female condoms

      Female condoms are made of polyurethane, coated with lubricant, and look similar to male condoms. It is inserted into the vagina with the closed end over the cervix. Like the male condom, it can only be used once. Among them, using condoms has the following advantages:

      (1) The use of female condoms is simple and easy to master.

      (2) One model is universal, and there is no need to consider whether it is suitable. It is suitable for any age group and can also be used by pregnant women.

      (3) Female condoms are controlled and used by women themselves, and can better reflect women’s wishes, making it easier for women to better protect themselves.

      (4) The female condom is large in size and covers a large area, and is not easy to slip or break during intercourse. Therefore, the barrier function of condoms can be better exerted, and it can more effectively avoid pregnancy and prevent sexually transmitted diseases, especially providing an extremely effective barrier for preventing AIDS.

      6. Food contraception

      (1), coffee

      Drinking coffee has a contraceptive effect. A study found that if women drink a cup of coffee every day in their daily diet, it will reduce the chance of pregnancy, thus secretly playing a contraceptive role.

      (2), carrot

      Carrots are rich in carotene, vitamins and other nutrients and are a very healthy fruit and vegetable food. However, after a series of studies, gynecologists found that excessive intake of carotene may cause amenorrhea in women and lose the chance of pregnancy.

      (3), papaya

      When it comes to papaya, many people know its breast enhancement and weight loss effects. But as for contraception, few people know about it. Papaya contains a substance called papain, which interacts with progesterone in the human body and reduces the chance of pregnancy.

      (4), alcohol

      The main component of alcohol is ethanol. According to research by scientists, if men consume too much alcohol, the concentration of catecholamines in the body will increase, which will affect testicular development and reduce men's ability to produce sperm. Excessive alcohol intake in women can also lead to abnormal menstruation or amenorrhea, affecting fertility.