Birth Control Methods Without Contraceptives
There is no ‘perfect’ or ‘best’ method of birth control as each method has its advantages and disadvantages. You and your partner need to...
Emergency Contraception
It’s no secret that many young Kenyan ladies misuse emergency contraceptives, commonly known as the ‘morning after’ pill. As a result, a good number...
Pros and cons of common birth control options in Kenya
In Kenya, contraceptives are quite accessible with most women getting them from hospitals or local health centres. However, not all contraceptives being sold are...
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
This method works as frequent suckling decreases the secretion of GnRF (gonadotropin-releasing factor) by the hypothalamus. This, in turn, suppresses the anterior pituitary glands...
Permanent Birth Control Methods
This is for people who are sure they never want to have a child or they do not want more children.
Sterilization Implant (Essure)
Essure is...
Implantable Devices – Birth Control Methods
These are devices that are inserted into the body and left in place for a few years.
Implantable Rod
This is a matchstick-size, flexible rod that...
Hormonal Contraceptive Methods
Hormonal Contraceptive Methods prevent pregnancy by interfering with ovulation, fertilization, and/or implantation of the fertilized egg.
Oral Contraceptives — Combined pill (“The pill”)
The pill contains the...
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