Most people especially the youth do not want to get pregnant even though they are engaged in active sex.
People who are sexually active and want to avoid pregnancy should be aware of their options when it comes to birth control. There are many types of contraception available to help avoid pregnancy. However, the only completely reliable method for avoiding pregnancy is abstaining from sex.
Teaching about birth controls is necessary as it helps to reduce the rate of mortality by abortion.
While condoms help prevent both STIs and pregnancy, other forms of birth control (also called contraception) only help prevent pregnancy. While you may choose different forms of birth control, remember that condoms are the best form of protection against STIs as well.
There are many options available for preventing pregnancy, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. If you are sexually active and don’t want to get pregnant, get a contraception that works for you. However remember: many options to prevent pregnancy do not protect you against STIs.
Know the Facts
Maybe you’ve heard some “facts” about pregnancy (and ways to avoid it). Like, a girl can’t get pregnant the first time she has sex, or you can’t get pregnant if you are on your period. These “facts” are not true.
Learn how to separate the myths from the facts
Ranging from temporary options like pills to permanent ones like Jadelle which can protect you for years, the choice is yours
Now instead of using emergency pills after an unprotected sex, get paracetamol and chew 4 tablets before or after the game. It’s a win win but be careful on how often you take it as para comes with its own side effects
