Glyde condoms are "Sustainably produced, vegan and fair trade"-these are the easy, go to method for anyone looking for non-hormonal birth conrtol that the guy can be in charge of. It can be your part to buy them, or even carry them, but he's the one that's going to be wearing these puppies. So be sure with this method, that he is just as responsible as you are about "applying" said product when the time comes. If you are super turned on by fruit, there's favored ones too.
Neem may have some spermicidal effects and has been used all over the world as a natural contraception. It has been studied and looks to be incredibly effective, mainly when men take it orally and women also use a neem suppository (in her lady bits) before any action takes place. It basically keeps any swimmers from getting to their desired destination. Be SURE to do your research on this on your own! Be very careful and also keep in mind that this doesn't protect from STD's (although some studies with it find that it can help somewhat protect women from a an array of them). This is not fail proof but it's totally worth checking into!
PS it's said to kill sperm within 30 seconds of contact!
Here's a good article on neem for contraception
Neem may have some spermicidal effects and has been used all over the world as a natural contraception. It has been studied and looks to be incredibly effective, mainly when men take it orally and women also use a neem suppository (in her lady bits) before any action takes place. It basically keeps any swimmers from getting to their desired destination. Be SURE to do your research on this on your own! Be very careful and also keep in mind that this doesn't protect from STD's (although some studies with it find that it can help somewhat protect women from a an array of them). This is not fail proof but it's totally worth checking into!
PS it's said to kill sperm within 30 seconds of contact!
Here's a good article on neem for contraception
That's Pennyroyal. It's beautiful but serious. For anyone looking for something more natural than the "morning after" pill, look into Pennyroyal. Pennyroyal has been said to induce abortion like effects as well as start up the menstrual cycle. This is one I would talk to a Licensed Holistic Practitioner about.
Queen Anne's Lace is another that is similar to the Pennyroyal in that it is more "emergency contraception". This herb is said to block progesterone which disrupts the implanting of sperm into the egg. Munching on the whole seeds themselves is supposed to be the most effective. It is said with this herb to not go longer than 8-9 hours after contact with sperm to begin taking and to remain taking for a few days after. Be sure to check with a Holistic Practioner on the exact logistics and dosages.
Queen Anne's Lace is another that is similar to the Pennyroyal in that it is more "emergency contraception". This herb is said to block progesterone which disrupts the implanting of sperm into the egg. Munching on the whole seeds themselves is supposed to be the most effective. It is said with this herb to not go longer than 8-9 hours after contact with sperm to begin taking and to remain taking for a few days after. Be sure to check with a Holistic Practioner on the exact logistics and dosages.
FemCap
The Non-Hormonal, Latex free, cruelty free FemCap- kind of like a diaphram, but updated and cooler.
ContraGel
There's also a natural alternative to spermicide to use with your new FemCap or your diaphram you already use, or even the Caya below.
Caya
This one looks really interesting (above) and is really piqueing alot of interest lately. It's again, like the diaphram, but more contoured to the body and has a tab for easier removal. Looks pretty legit!
The Non-Hormonal, Latex free, cruelty free FemCap- kind of like a diaphram, but updated and cooler.
ContraGel
There's also a natural alternative to spermicide to use with your new FemCap or your diaphram you already use, or even the Caya below.
Caya
This one looks really interesting (above) and is really piqueing alot of interest lately. It's again, like the diaphram, but more contoured to the body and has a tab for easier removal. Looks pretty legit!
Copper IUD
The copper IUD is just that, copper. No hormones. YAY! Right? Well... IUDs are said to be pretty damn effective, the only reason I hardly ever recommend this method to anyone is because I have seen it cause people bad cramping and a much heavier flow and acne. However, if you are hardly effected by your cycle and don't get a lot of acne, cramping or heavy flow-this may be a good, natural method for you.
The copper IUD is just that, copper. No hormones. YAY! Right? Well... IUDs are said to be pretty damn effective, the only reason I hardly ever recommend this method to anyone is because I have seen it cause people bad cramping and a much heavier flow and acne. However, if you are hardly effected by your cycle and don't get a lot of acne, cramping or heavy flow-this may be a good, natural method for you.
The Rhythm method
This is one of those methods you must, must, must stay on top of and be precise with everytime. EVERY.TIME. No oopsies or uh-ohs. I know people personally who ahve used this without issue, I also know one couple who failed. Out of 4 couples, one got pregnant. This is also with them using it correctly and religously. I would definitely research this is you are a very sensitive person and nothing seems to work for you. This is one though, that I feel is best for long term partners, married couples or people who won't be that bummed or distraught if it doesn't work.
For the space age, shiny, chrome version of the Rhythm method, check out the Lady Comp. It is a fertility monitor, so whether you want to get preggo or NOT- it'll monitor all that occurs in your lady regions. Another great option for people who are too sensitive to stick neem up there hoo-ha , take hormones, or use any kind of plastics for protection. A lot of women really seem to love the Lady Comp device. It is a pretty penny, but so are children.
Exiting. Pulling out. You know. Sadly, this is not a great form of protection as it has a pretty high failure rate, however, used with the Rhythm (calendar) method (done correctly), the fertility monitor, or the neem method-this may just be pretty effective... well, better than the nothing you may be using right now!
Be sure to see your OBGYN about ANY of these things we talked about here before initiating them with a partner or integrating them into your lifestyle. Maybe even make an appointment with a natural or holistic practitioner and see if your doctor and naturopath can get on the same page about non-hormonal and cruelty free options for you! Be sure to do all your research, reading and share your thoughts with your partner.
xo Supernaturalegirl
This is one of those methods you must, must, must stay on top of and be precise with everytime. EVERY.TIME. No oopsies or uh-ohs. I know people personally who ahve used this without issue, I also know one couple who failed. Out of 4 couples, one got pregnant. This is also with them using it correctly and religously. I would definitely research this is you are a very sensitive person and nothing seems to work for you. This is one though, that I feel is best for long term partners, married couples or people who won't be that bummed or distraught if it doesn't work.
For the space age, shiny, chrome version of the Rhythm method, check out the Lady Comp. It is a fertility monitor, so whether you want to get preggo or NOT- it'll monitor all that occurs in your lady regions. Another great option for people who are too sensitive to stick neem up there hoo-ha , take hormones, or use any kind of plastics for protection. A lot of women really seem to love the Lady Comp device. It is a pretty penny, but so are children.
Exiting. Pulling out. You know. Sadly, this is not a great form of protection as it has a pretty high failure rate, however, used with the Rhythm (calendar) method (done correctly), the fertility monitor, or the neem method-this may just be pretty effective... well, better than the nothing you may be using right now!
Be sure to see your OBGYN about ANY of these things we talked about here before initiating them with a partner or integrating them into your lifestyle. Maybe even make an appointment with a natural or holistic practitioner and see if your doctor and naturopath can get on the same page about non-hormonal and cruelty free options for you! Be sure to do all your research, reading and share your thoughts with your partner.
xo Supernaturalegirl
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