The birth control sponge, sold as the Today Sponge, is made of foam and contains spermicide. It is placed against the cervix up to 24 hours before sex. The sponge is about as effective as the cervical cap, with a failure rate of 16% for women who have never had children and 32% for those who have. But unlike the diaphragm or cervical cap, no fitting by a doctor is required.
Pros: No prescription, effective immediately.
Cons: Difficult to insert correctly, no STD protection. Can't be used during your period.
Friday, June 10, 2016
Birth Control Sponge
The birth control sponge, sold as the Today Sponge, is made of foam and contains spermicide. It is placed against the cervix up to 24 hours before sex. The sponge is about as effective as the cervical cap, with a failure rate of 16% for women who have never had children and 32% for those who have. But unlike the diaphragm or cervical cap, no fitting by a doctor is required.
Pros: No prescription, effective immediately.
Cons: Difficult to insert correctly, no STD protection. Can't be used during your period.
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