how safe is widrawal? any chances for pregnancy?

Answer 1

Withdrawal is generally thought of as a relatively ineffective birth control method, and it usually is. A 27% failure rate compared to 5% is a significant difference. (Though the perfect rate of 4% to 1% isn't that significant.)

That said, even a poor method of birth control is better than none. And if you're thinking of using withdrawal as a method of BC you need to know how to use it.

That includes understanding that there is not sperm inherently in pre-ejaculate, but there can be left over sperm in the male's urethra that can be picked up when a man is aroused and producing pre-ejaculate. In using withdrawal, you need to make sure that the male urinates before each sex act to flush out any remaining sperm from a previous ejaculation. Other than that, it's just the basic pull out.

And of course, if you feel as though it has failed at any point, you can get emergency contraception up to 5 days after the fact. Or, get some before hand to keep in your medicine cabinet.

Answer 2

I personally don't think it's an effective way because there's always the chance of pre-***. However, I heard some people who used it and it turned out very sucessful for them. It just depends on when you withdraw and how you basically handle the situation.

Here's a clip from planned parenthood website about the method:
How Well Withdrawal Works
Of every 100 women whose partners use withdrawal, 27 will become pregnant during the first year of typical use. Of every 100 women whose partners use withdrawal, four will become pregnant during the first year of perfect use.

Pre-ejaculate can pick up enough sperm left in the urethra from a previous ejaculation to cause pregnancy. Pregnancy is also possible if semen or pre-ejaculate is spilled on the vulva.

Withdrawal offers no protection against sexually transmitted infections. Latex or female condoms can reduce the risk of infection.

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/birth-control-pregnancy/birth-control/withdrawal.htm

Answer 3

It seems to be unanimous, in favor of facts:
withdrawal is not an effective way to prevent pregnancy. Additionally, you've received some outstanding information here, particularly the advice to protect yourself (and your partner) not only against pregnancy but against sexually transmitted diseases.

Folks, there is stuff out there that Clorox and a scrub brush could not heal...pregnancy seems almost anti-climactic (no pun intended) by comparison. A person should never take their partner's assurance as 'insurance.' Every sexually active person should educate themselves about STD symptoms and use protection always. Your local health department offers FREE condoms, so there is no excuse.

Never rely on the other person to 'handle it' for you. NEVER.

Answer 4

Not a good form of birth control! You are relying on a man to do something while approaching orgasm (not a good idea). Also there can be sperm in the pre-ejaculate fluid which starts pretty much as soon as the man becomes aroused.

It works about as good as just taking your chances. Ask my oldest daughter.

Answer 5

Theres always a very good chance that you have received some unwanted sperm during the sex act without protection
Therefore, you ARE at risk to get an unwanted pregnancy.

Answer 6

did you not pay attention in health, withdrawl is not a safe prevention to pregnancy, if you really are worried about pregnancy, you shouldn't be having sex. Condoms, are a better way to protect yourself, they protect against not only pregnancy but STD's they are not 100 percent effective though.

Answer 7

I am assuming you mean withdrawing from the vagina before ejaculation...??? If that is the case, there is a high chance of pregnancy as well as sexually transmitted diseases. Use a condom...it prevents pregnancy and protects against STD's.

Answer 8

Withdrawl is not safe as there are sperm in percum and it is a very risky idea to use it for birth control. There are lots of chances for pregnancy.

Answer 9

There is always a chance for pregnancy when your not using protection or any contraception. Don't ever let anyone tell you differently. Protect yourself because only you can!!

Answer 10

Withdrawal is nonsense...you can just as easily get pregnant with him "pulling out" as you can with staying in.

The Dude may not be able to pull out in time..it's the most UN-reliable method of fooling ourselves out of all of them.

Please, do not use this method...if you both have no condoms...try abstinence.