FRHD 2100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11, 13, 16: Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill, Medical Abortion, Pierre Trudeau

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Family Relations and Human Development
• Course: FRHD 2100
• Professor: Robin Milhausen

Document Summary

Condom history: term wasn"t used until the 18th century, so sheaths of linen used centuries before, early condoms made out of animal intestines, condoms made out of rubber introduced mid 1800s. 2: less effective for women 75-80kg, not effective for those 80kg + If slips out, just put it back in: most don"t notice it"s there, though women may experience vaginal discomfort. It"s a small object inserted into the uterus, fine plastic string hangs down into the vagina: two types: copper iuds (flexi-t and nova-t) and levonorgesterol-releasing (mirena, 99% effective for up to 5 years. Iud users at greater risk for ectopic pregnancies. The female condom: polyurethane (plastic) sheath, can be inserted up to 8 hours before intercourse but must be removed right after, not as effective in pregnancy and sti prevention as male condoms. Fertility- awareness methods (rhythm methods: natural birth control , natural family planning .