Contraception, or how not to have babies, is a method of preventing an unwanted pregnancy. It used to be called birth control. Unprotected sex can be a nasty surprise when things go wrong. Prevention is the best remedy.

There are many useful contraceptive methods available today. Contraception methods vary in their ease of use and in their effectiveness. Do your homework. You want to have a fun and hassle free sex life. You do not want to be in a position where you regret having sex because you were too lazy to use the right contraception.

Here are some popular contraception methods.

The male condom. Condoms are easy to get, cheap, and pretty reliable. If used with care they are 98% effective. They have an added plus of preventing contraction of sexually transmitted diseases. There can be a downside for men complaining that there is a lack of feeling with a condom.

The oral contraceptive pill. The pill contains female hormones to prevent ovulation so there is no egg to fertilize. The pill is prescribed by a Doctor. Ask your Doctor about possible side effects.

Hormone implant for women. A small rod is inserted under the skin. It steadily releases hormones into the body. And lasts for three years.

Male sterilization. The tubes carrying sperm from the testes are cut. Then no sperm enters the semen. The process is irreversible. It is 99.9% effective.

There are many contraception choices available today. Take your time beforehand to decide the best one for you. Good contraception eliminates a lot of the worry during sex.