Birth Control Without Hormones

27/11/2020 19 min

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In this episode, we discuss: What are the different kinds of birth control without hormones? 1:49How effective is birth control without hormones? 3:45What are the side effects of birth control without hormones? 5:55What are some of the benefits of birth control without hormones? 6:21What are IUDs (intrauterine devices) without hormones? 7:09Why would I want a copper IUD instead of a IUD with hormones? 7:39How do you insert a copper IUD? Are they similar to IUDs with hormones? 7:57What are the side effects of copper IUDs? 9:11How long do copper IUDs last? 9:44When do you consider the surgical methods of birth control? 10:05Which surgical method of birth control is better? 10:36What is a vasectomy? 11:34What are the risks of a vasectomy? 12:25What is tubal ligation or getting your tubes tied? 13:15What are the benefits of tubal ligation? 13:58What are the risks of tubal ligation? 14:34How effective are the abstinence and withdrawal methods? 15:16What is the fertility awareness method? 15:50How do I know when ovulation is occurring? 16:33Is fertility awareness a good method? 16:56Can you get pregnant while breastfeeding? 17:33What other resources do you recommend? 18:07Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/contraception/Email: [email protected]: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. David Eisen, Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.