Alternative Birth Control Options

By Tammy, August 12, 2006

Kelly, I wanted to tell you to definitely avoid any condoms with the spermicide Nonoxynol-9. It has been shown to cause tears in the vaginal tissue. From ALL ABOUT Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide

But later studies in humans showed it could also damage the lining of the vagina and the rectal membrane. The damaged membranes then can't block infectious agents from entering the body.

So while the early studies showing that N-9 was effective in killing viral agents weren't refuted, the later studies showed the damage the spermicide caused to membranes outweighed any viral-killing benefit it provided, Mayer explained.

I have switched over to using many natural health and beauty products and have done some research on natural birth control methods.

The most natural involve using the rhythm method to track your cycles but it doesn't have the greatest accuracy rate, probably due to a learning curve on the part of the person following it. Plus, a woman's cycle is not always predictable.

Informative: Natural Birth Control Methods

Since my husband and I are sure we are not ready for a baby right now, we use condoms lubricated with non-spermicidal lubricant. You could also use un-lubricated ones and get yourself a natural lubricant. Sensua Organics The Original Organic™ Personal Lubricant I have heard that emu oil is excellent as a lubricant - see EMU OIL A Proven Natural Wonder