How is the Birth Control Sponge inserted and used?
The Birth Control Sponge can be inserted by the husband or wife, insuring that the sponge is inserted deep enough into her/your vagina – and insuring the sponge covers the cervix. The Birth Control Sponge can be left in place for 24 hours and multiple acts of intercourse; however, it must be left in the vagina for 6 hours after the last act of intercourse. Instructions for Inserting the Birth Control Sponge 1. Remove sponge from package and wet it thoroughly with clean water. 2. Squeeze the sponge until it foams completely, to activate the spermicide. There is more than enough spermicide in the sponge, so squeeze until it foams generously while adding plenty of water, but stop squeezing after it begins foaming 3. Fold the sides of the sponge upward and insert it deeply in your/her vagina making sure it covers the cervix. 4. The birth control sponge can be inserted up to 24 hours prior to intercourse and provides immediate and continuous contraception during this period, regardless of t
