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Contraceptive Sponge is a very useful barrier method also known as birth control sponge. The sponge is made of plastic foam that contains spermicide. Sponge device is a soft disk shaped that has inserted in female organ before intercourse to cover the cervix. Always remember that it should be wet before to use. It can help you in unwanted pregnancy situation but you cannot believe that it could save you from STIs and HIV. Contraceptive Sponge will not protect from any type of diseases. It works little differently than Diaphragms.

Although contraceptive sponge is good method but there some sort of knowledge should be in your mind. Few points to care:

1. Sponge is effective for more than one act of intercourse for up to 24 hrs.
2. To prevent Pregnancy, sponge should be in at least for six hrs after intercourse and no more than thirty hrs after inserted.
3. Not for those who are allergic to sulfa drugs
4. Not for those who have some physical problem with their organ.
5. Not for those who had a recent abortion.
6. Never use in period of menstrual cycle.

Advantages and Benefits of Contraceptive Sponge or Birth Control Sponge

1. Good while intercourse as cannot be sensed while intercourse.
2. No effect on hormones of women.
3. Uninterrupted up to 30 hrs.

Disadvantages of Contraceptive Sponge or Birth Control Sponge

1. No defense against STIs and HIV
2. Too difficult to wear or remove
3. Irritation in Female Organ

Although Contraceptive Sponge is calculated with above advantages but Birth Control Blog will not prefer the Contraceptive Sponge.

STIs Shield	Pleasure	Time Span	Cost	Rating
No	Low	Upto 36hrs	$10 to $15	3

Best Birth Control Options
Birth Control Barrier Methods Diaphragm Contraceptive Sponge Permanent Birth Control Methods IUDs or so called Intrauterine Devices	Natural Family Planning Hormone Method Birth Control Ring The Pill Mini Pill Devices Implantation Emergency Contraception