There are some pretty wild rumours floating around about what counts as birth control. Some people believe standing up while having sex will avoid pregnancy. Gravity alone will not be able to stop the sperm from reaching your eggs to fertilize. If you don’t use contraception, it’s possible for a woman to get pregnant, no matter what position you are doing the deed in.
We have listed the most absurd myths surrounding contraception and have busted them:
Myth #1- You don’t need contraception if your partner withdraws before he ejaculates
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Commonly known as the ‘withdrawal-method’, is a concept that is total BS and is NOT a method of contraception. This is so because it’s possible for a sexually excited man to release fluid from his penis even before having an orgasm. Yes, pre-cum also has sperm in it, which can lead to pregnancy.
Myth #2- Contraception makes you gain weight
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There is no proof yet that correlates being on birth control pills and gaining weight. That being said, some women do gain weight, but it is temporary bloating they suffer from due to water retention.
Myth #3- Two condoms are safer than one
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You might think adding another condom will offer you extra protection, but that’s not how it works. It actually increases the chance of them tearing.
Myth #4- You need to take a break from the pill ever so often
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You should quit the pill only if you want to get pregnant. If you’re in good health and have no medical reason to take a break, you shouldn’t really quit. If you do, starting over again will only make you suffer from all introductory side-effects your body took time to get used to earlier.
Myth #5- Long-term use of contraception can make a woman infertile
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This is completely false. Like I mentioned earlier, once you stop taking the pill, your body will be ready for pregnancy. How long it takes for the same might vary from woman to woman, but taking a pill does not mess up your fertility.
Myth #6- You can’t get pregnant if you’re breastfeeding
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It’s true that breastfeeding can delay ovulation, but it’s not a contraceptive measure you want to depend on, unless, you’re ready to risk adding another member to the family this soon.
Myth #7- The pill must be taken at the same time every day
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Taking the pill before or after your ‘regular’ time will not reduce its effectiveness. This myth, however, is actually useful, IMO. At least you’ll definitely remember to take it and reduce the chances of missing a day.
Myth #8- Condoms give 100% protection
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Condoms may be the easiest option available in the market in the name of conception, but they only offer 98% protection. No, seriously! Take a look at Arun in this video below being worried about having a baby because the condom tore the previous night. That is not a situation you’d want to be in right?
With all the myths surrounding contraception and contraceptives available in the market, it is easy for women to steer away from birth control pills. But you need to remember, birth control pills are the safest option available for women who have sex but are not ready to create a life and support it. It’s safe to say that like Suhana, it’s better to use i-pill Daily than waking up to the thought of an unplanned pregnancy.
