Pregnancy

In this section you will find articles related to safe sex, methods of contraception, and avoiding pregnancy.

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In-vitro fertilisation: Top 5 facts

Couples who can’t get pregnant turn to medicine to help them have a child. IVF (in-vitro fertilisation) is often their last hope. But what is IVF? What do you need to know? Check out our top five facts!

Can sex during periods cause pregnancy?

The chances of becoming pregnant during menstruation are extremely small, but it can still happen. If you thought that sex during periods/menstruation is off-limits, think again. Many of us are hesitant to try it, because we’re culturally conditioned to think it’s unclean.

Sex during pregnancy is safe or not?

Couples are scared that sex during pregnancy will harm their baby. But most fears and worries about sex during pregnancy are unnecessary. Here are the facts…

Female fertility: top five myths busted

Women have been giving birth for millions of years, yet myths about their fertility still abound. Some of it’s legend, some distorted science, and some plain nonsense. Let Love Matters help you!

Side effects of Unwanted 72 or Emergency contraception

There are a lot of rumours and misunderstandings about emergency contraception pills out there. But when it comes to preventing pregnancy after sex, don't believe the myths – get the facts.

Is withdrawal a sure way of preventing pregnancy?

Withdrawal method is withdrawing the penis from the vagina before orgasm so that ejaculation occurs outside instead of within the woman’s vagina. Does it always work to protect from unwanted pregnancy? Let's find out.

Condoms: myths busted

Condoms are one of the most common contraceptive methods and also prevent STDs. But is sex less fun with a condom? Do they always work?

How to have sex without pregnancy and STD worry

Safe sex sounds a bit boring. Sex should be exciting and satisfying – but safe? If you imagine the kind of stress an STD or an unwanted pregnancy will cause you, being responsible seems like a small price to pay. Read on to find out all dos and don'ts of safe sex.

Saheli/Chhaya – the only non-hormonal birth control pill

Is Saheli (also known as Chhaya) the answer for young women who would like to take the pill but have trouble with side effects? Unless you live in India, you might not even have heard of this weekly birth control pill.