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Vaginal Contraceptive Sponge. T he vaginal contraceptive sponge is soft and round,approximately 2 inches diameter, and made of a synthetic substance impregnated with a spermicide.Before intercourse,the sponge is moistened with water to activate the spermicide and inserted in to the vagina to cover the cervix.The spermicide halts sperm activity,and the sponge acts as a barrier to block sperm for entering a women's uterus.The sponge is for one time use only over a 24 hour period,and should never be reused or used during menstruation. Good Sides The sponge is easy to insert and may be inserted immediately prior to intercourse ; intercourse may be repeated within a 24-hour period .The sponge may protect against certain sexually transmitted diseases .It can be purchased without prescription and needs no fitting. Bad Sides The sponge can cause an allergic reaction which should disappear when the sponge is discontinued .Removal problems can occur; if the loop cannot be located,or ...

Diaphragm A diaphragm is a soft rubber cup with a stiff but flexible rim around the edge.Contraceptive cream or jelly is put on the surface which goes against the cervix and the diaphragm is inserted in to women's vagina before intercourse.The diaphragm covers the entrance to the uterus and the cream or jelly blocks sperm movement .The user must be carefully fitted for the diaphragm and be shown how to put it in and take it..The diaphragm must be checked periodically to determine that the rubber has not deteriorated or ripped , and that the size is still correct(the size of the uterus may change after a full-term pregnancy ,abortion or miscarriage beyond at first 3 months of pregnancy,pelvic surgery ,or a weight change of 10 pounds or more . ** The diaphragm has no dangerous side effects,can be inserted well in advance of the beginning of sexual activity ,and is reliable if used conscientiously and properly .It appears to protect against certain sexually transmitted diseases ...

What it is and How it works The condom is a sheath of thin rubber (latex) which is put on a man's erect penis  before intercourse to collect the semen,keeping the sperm from entering the women 's vagina. About 1/2 inch of the condom is left slack to hold the semen .After climax ,but before losing his erection  ,the man must hold the rim of the condoms against the penis as he withdraws so the condom cant slip and spill the semen . A new condom must be used for each act of intercourse... Advantages               A male method, the condom is easy to use,effective,inexpensive ,usually can be easily obtained and does not require a prescription .It also protects against certain sexually transmitted diseases . Disadvantages                    The shelf life of the condom is about five years ,but it may deteriorate or is roug...

A recent study in the journal  Evolution and Human Behavior found that the men who are the most successful with  women exhibit a certain body language before they make their approach .Check out the most effective non-verbal language . . OPEN BODY POSITIONING Men who have open body language -who don't close off their torsos with crossed arms -are seen as more attractive ,potent ,active and persuasive. SPACE -MAXIMISATION  MOVEMENT The most dominant man in a group commands the most space.Men who stretch or extend their arms and legs across chairs convey control of personal and physical space. GLANCING BEHAVIOUR Men who are frequently glance around are more likely to make eye contact with women-and women respond better to men with whom they have already exchanged glances . INTRASEXUAL TOUCHING Touching your guy  friends (within limits ,of course) shows affection .Touchers are perceived as having more status and more social power than those being touched -or...