Withdrawal

Withdrawal is when the man pulls his penis out of the vagina before he "comes" to keep sperm from meeting the egg.

Is it effective?

"Withdrawal" is 81%-96% effective BUT remember that pregnancy is very possible if semen or pre-ejaculate is spilled on the vulva. ALSO, the withdrawal method is NOT effective against sexually transmitted diseases. People who are mature enough to have sex need to be responsible enough to choose a proven method of birth control.

What are the PROS and CONS?

PROS:

• Can be used to prevent pregnancy when NO other method is available 
• Doesn’t need eny previous preparation
• No secondary effects
• No cost

CONS: 

•  Requires great self-control, experience, and trust
• Not appropriate for men who are likely to have "premature" ejaculation
• Not appropriate for men who can't tell when they have to pull out
• Not recommended for sexually inexperienced men and their partners
• Not recommended for teens
• Psychological interference during intercourse.
  
  
  Adapted from http://www.plannedparenthood.org/bc/contrachoices.htm