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What ways can i use for family planning without using contraceptives? im a virgin but want to be prepared just in case.

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Dr. Kevin Windisch answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Abstinence: Without the use of contraceptives, the only other effective methods of family planning are abstinence or planning on getting pregnant. The rhythm method is not particularly useful.

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Answered 7/20/2012

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A member asked:

What ways can i use for family planning without using contraceptives? im a virgin but want to be prepared just in case.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kevin Windisch answered

Dr Brown agreed

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