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Contraception and Birth Control | Birth Control Methods | Condoms | Female Condoms | Birth Control Pills
Morning After Pill | Birth Control Patch | Contraceptive Sponges
 Condoms - The Male Condom
Condoms are birth control devices available for purchase "over-the-counter". The male condom is a sheath, covering the penis, that acts as a barrier device during intercourse. Typically constructed of latex, plastic (polyurethane), or a natural material such as lambskin, the male condom collects the ejaculate preventing any sperm from entering the vagina and fertilizing an egg. Condoms further serve as barriers against sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs.
While its detractors complain that the use of a condom reduces the pleasurable sensations associated with sexual intercourse or otherwise interferes with the "mood" of the moment, the fact remains that condoms are an extremely safe, inexpensive and effective method of contraception. Studies indicate the effectiveness of condom use to be as high as 98% when used correctly.
Male condoms are readily available at one's local pharmacy or corner market. In fact, today one may buy condoms online through a variety of internet retailers. One of the largest and most-trusted "e-tailers", Amazon.com, carries a large selection of condom brands. One can even find significant discount prices online buying condoms in bulk. Following are some of the bestselling condom brands and styles currently available for purchase online:
For those interested in buying condoms in bulk, Amazon offers several bulk condom options:
 Birth Control Methods
Contraceptive methods generally fall under one of three categories: natural birth control, over-the-counter contraceptives, or prescription birth control methods ... see: Birth Control Methods
Female Condoms
The female condom is another safe and effective over-the-counter method of birth control, available at most drug stores, clinics and online retailers ... see Female Condoms
Birth Control Pills
Perhaps the most well known and frequently used method of contraception, the pill is an oral contraceptive medication available by prescription only ... see Birth Control Pills
Morning After Pill
The morning after pill is an emergency contraceptive treatment used within the first few hours after unprotected sex or failure of preemptive birth control methods ... see Morning After Pill
Birth Control Patch
The birth control patch is a prescription-only contraceptive that works in much the same manner as the birth control pill in preventing unwanted pregnancy ... see Birth Control Patch
Contraceptive Sponges
Contraceptive sponges are over-the-counter birth control devices designed to block sperm from reaching and fertilizing an egg. Spermicide is also released to further immobilize sperm ... see Contraceptive Sponges
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