What is Non-Hormonal Birth Control (NHBC)?
Non-hormonal birth control (NHBC) encompasses all types of birth control that do not involve taking hormones. As with hormonal birth control, the end result is to prevent pregnancy. There are a wide range of options for NHBC as well as a wide range of success rates. Some methods don’t even require leaving the house, such as FAM, while others may require a trip to your local drug store for condoms or contraceptive sponges, or possibly even a visit with your local gynecologist for a small procedure, as with IUD insertions. In this article we’ll discuss many of the different options of NHBC as well as the pros and cons of each. As with all birth control, finding the one that works for you may be a lengthly process of trial and error, so don’t be discouraged! We recommend you discuss these options with your health care professional to figure out what works best with your physiology and your lifestyle.
