People who are sexually active and want to avoid pregnancy should be aware of their options when it comes to birth control. There are many types of contraception available to help avoid pregnancy. However, the only completely reliable method for avoiding pregnancy is abstaining from sex.

The condom is the only form of contraception that protects against most STIs as well as preventing pregnancy. This method of contraception can be used on-demand, is hormone-free, and can easily be carried with you. And it comes in male and female varieties.