The birth control sponge (aka the contraceptive sponge or “the sponge” for short), is a small, round sponge made from soft, squishy plastic. You put it deep inside your vagina before sex. …

The birth control sponge starts working as soon as you activate the spermicide with water and put it in your vagina. The sponge can be inserted up to 24 hours before sex, so you can get your …

The birth control sponge may have side effects, but it’s totally safe for most people. Some conditions make the sponge harder to use.

If you have given birth and always use the sponge perfectly every time you have sex, it’s about 80% effective — that means that 20 out of 100 sponge-users would get pregnant within a year. …

Birth control sponges give you 24 hours of pregnancy protection, no prescription required. They’re easy to get and easy to use. Sponges are convenient and give you control.

You can buy the Today Sponge over-the-counter at pharmacies, drugstores, and some supermarkets and grocery stores. It’s also available through online retailers. Some family …

Whatever type of birth control you’re on, adding condoms every time you have sex is the best way to reduce your risk of STDs (and get extra protection from pregnancy). The sponge can be …

Birth control is how you prevent pregnancy. There are lots of different birth control options out there. We’re here to help you figure it all out. Pick what’s important to you to find your best …

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