Most birth control options for women like oral contraceptive pills and birth control shots are completely reversible. Once a woman stopped taking these pills or injections, she can gain her fertility back in order to conceive. However, it is possible to get pregnant even if one is still on birth control. It is a small risk but it exists. Unprotected sex during the last days of a shot’s term or a missed pill is enough to increase risks of unintended pregnancy. If you do not want to be bothered by daily pill intakes or quarterly injections, you can explore the option of permanent birth control.
What is it?
Permanent birth control for women takes the form of tubal occlusion. It is a simple surgical procedure that seals off the fallopian tubes to prevent sperm from reaching the ovum released during ovulation. Although the procedure can be reversed, it is still considered a permanent form of contraception since reversals are difficult and are often ineffective.
How is it done?
As a surgical procedure, doctors have several options on doing tubal occlusion. You can discuss each of the methods below with your gynecologist or surgeon so you will...