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  What is emergency contraception ? To lessen the chance of pregnancy following unprotected intercourse, emergency contraception (EC) is used. Three types of emergency contraception are available. insertion of a copper intra-uterine device (IUD) ulipristal acetate emergency contraceptive pill (UPA-ECP) levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive pill  (LNG-ECP) Copper IUD Copper IUD inserted by a qualified doctor or nurse within five days of unprotected intercourse.  How does Copper IUD work? The copper IUD prevents egg fertilization, prevents sperm migration, and may also stop the implantation of a fertilized egg. Both varieties of emergency contraceptive pills (ECP) function by preventing or postponing the ovary's release of an embryo (ovulation). It is erroneous to refer to the ECP as the morning-after pill. It can be taken up to five days after unprotected sex, though the earlier it is taken, the more successful it is. ECPs do not stop a fertilized embryo from implant...

What are the natural contraceptives ? Certain behaviors that people can naturally engage in to assist avoid unwanted pregnancy are included in natural birth control methods. Some of the earliest kinds of contraception still in use today are natural methods. Natural birth control is frequently free and usually has no negative bodily effects. It's vital to keep in mind, though, that some of these techniques can have high failure rates, which might result in unexpected births. In order for a natural birth control technique to work, the person using it must be dedicated to their choice. These techniques call for self-control and discipline. It also helps if you and your partner have a solid relationship where you can communicate openly and work together. Withdrawal Before ejaculating, a person with a penis will withdraw by pulling the penis out of the vagina. Given that some people release fluid before their ejaculates, which may contain sperm, when they are aroused, this natural birth...