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Spermicide
Kevin, 21, Spermicide
After 15 minutes it disperses and allows for three hours of safe sex.
Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Anthony, 27, the shot
The reason we chose that was it’s easier.
Birth control pill
Elliot, 24, the pill
It’s better than having to go buy condoms. Condoms are expensive.
Birth control patch
Scott, 29, the patch
I look and make sure it’s there… just to avoid any issues.
Birth control ring
Tim, 27, the ring
I like to feel my partner when we’re having sex.
IUD
Andrew, 25, IUD
We like the above 99% kind of effectiveness.
Emergency contraception
Yo, no bros
Is it legal for guys to buy emergency contraception for women?
Birth control patch
Angela, 24, the patch
Sunday is "me" day: mani, pedi, hair, and patch.
Birth control pill
Jane, 27, the pill
I just NEED to have my pill.
Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Elektra, 21, the shot
Every 3 months I pop in for 10 minutes. Bam. Done.
Birth control patch
Kristin, 28, the patch
There's nothing special you have to do—you just slap it on.
Withdrawal (pull out) method
Kesha, 32, withdrawal
It's kinda like clockwork—he just knows to do it.
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  • Birth control ring overview
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Birth control patch
  • Birth control pill overview
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  • The mini-pill
Diaphragm
Condom
Internal condom (FC2)
Cervical cap
Fertility awareness methods
  • Spermicide and gel overview
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Withdrawal (pull-out method)
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"Not right now"
  • Emergency contraception overview
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