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h_leann_b · Mar 26, 2009, 08:23 AM

I have heard a lot of different opinions on this method of 'Birth Control'. I have heard some people say its very effective if done correctly, others say that semen can make its way out before actual ejaculation. Does anyone know for sure if it works if done correctly?

Thanks :D

spitvenom · Mar 26, 2009, 08:34 AM

I wouldn't risk it. Plus it does not protect against STD

Wondergirl · Mar 26, 2009, 08:40 AM

What on earth does "done correctly" mean??

artlady · Mar 26, 2009, 08:49 AM

It is not effective.The chance of 1 little fish getting loose is too big to risk.

The chance of pre ejaculate having sperm is low(some studies indicate zero) but if your partner has already ejaculated once he may still have sperm in the urethra that will escape when he pre ejaculates.

If a person is old enough to engage in sexual activity they should be old enough to do so responsibly by using more proven methods.

There are too many options available to do otherwise.

bronzebabe · Mar 26, 2009, 08:49 AM

This isn't a good or reliable birth control method. Many women have gotten pregnant that way, plus you will get STD's. What else would you like to know?

Synnen · Mar 26, 2009, 09:25 AM

There's a special word for those people that use only the pull out method for birth control.

That word is "Parents".

Fr_Chuck · Mar 26, 2009, 09:43 AM

There is no such thing as a "pull out method" It merely stops some of the sperm from entering, but there has already been so much sperm in the early fluids

So it is like aiming a gun at someone and pulling the trigger, and saying well instead of 5 bullets there are only 3 bullets, so you are safe.

h_leann_b · Mar 26, 2009, 09:44 AM

Originally Posted by artlady

The chance of pre ejaculate having sperm is low(some studies indicate zero) but if your partner has already ejaculated once he may still have sperm in the urethra that will escape when he pre ejaculates.
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This is what I wanted to know. Thank you for giving me that info!!

p.s... not worried about STDs at all it is with a long term partner :)
Really I should have asked the question about pre-ejaculate; that is what I wanted to know.

ANB428 · Mar 26, 2009, 09:45 AM

No, it is not an accurate method of birth control. I got pregnant using the "pull out" method of "birth control". It is not even a form of birth control. Pre- can get you pregnant.

DoulaLC · Mar 26, 2009, 02:33 PM

Originally Posted by h_leann_b

I have heard a lot of different opinions on this method of 'Birth Control'. I have heard some people say its very effective if done correctly, others say that semen can make its way out before actual ejaculation. Does anyone know for sure if it works if done correctly?

Thanks :D

There is certainly some interesting research being done... some recent, some actually from years back that suggest it is not automatic as was once thought. gven the location of the glands that produce the mucus during arousal compared to where sperm is stored. If you are talking just during arousal itself, then there apparently is no sperm in that mucus... the question is how quickly, and at what point prior to actual ejaculation, will the semen and sperm pass these glands to obtain more fluid to add additional fluid to the mix.

The biggest factors appear to be that it can be difficult to know just when to withdrawl, and it can sometimes be too late even if complete emission happens outside of the vagina, and that it is not uncommon for a man to withdrawl, ejaculate and wipe off his penis thinking he is removing any remaining semen and sperm, then reenter the woman.

I guess the question remains, do you want to take the chance? While it is obviously not one of the more reliable methods, it is certainly better than nothing.

h_leann_b · Mar 26, 2009, 03:14 PM

By the way, I personally do not use this method myself, We use condoms. I was just curious about it. Thanks for everyone's insights

shazamataz · Mar 28, 2009, 06:16 AM

Originally Posted by DoulaLC

I guess the question remains, do you want to take the chance? While it is obviously not one of the more reliable methods, it is certainly better than nothing.

If you don't have any protection and not deliberately trying for a baby, then you shouldn't be having sex until you get your butt to the drugstore and get some condoms!

Synnen · Mar 29, 2009, 08:28 AM

Originally Posted by mamamccabe

The pull out method is about 75% effective on average and depending on the man's self control can be as much as 96% effective. I've been using this method for 9 years and have not had any unplanned pregnancies.

And I used a condom, a spermicide, and was on the pill, and STILL got pregnant at 16.

And now that I've been married for 8 years, and haven't used birth control in 10, I can't get pregnant to save my life, even on clomid.

So---there are a LOT more factors involved than just WHICH birth control is used. Frankly, timing is everything.

But I wouldn't seriously recommend the pull-out method to anyone who wasn't willing to have an "oops", simply because most people are not intelligent enough, nor do they have the self control needed, to use it effectively.

Alty · Mar 29, 2009, 01:53 PM

Originally Posted by mamamccabe

The pull out method is about 75% effective on average and depending on the man's self control can be as much as 96% effective. I've been using this method for 9 years and have not had any unplanned pregnancies.

I'd like to see the studies, proof, documentation of these claims.

DoulaLC · Mar 29, 2009, 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by Altenweg

I'd like to see the studies, proof, documentation of these claims.

Obviously effectiveness will depend on use... but then, that is the same for any form of contraception.

Here's a few sites on the topic:

Contraceptive Methods: Withdrawal

Withdrawal: A Guide for Teens

Researchers find no sperm in pre-ejaculate fluid. [Contracept Technol Update. 1993] - PubMed Result

Does preejaculatory penile secretion originating f...[J Assist Reprod Genet. 2003] - PubMed Result

Alty · Mar 29, 2009, 09:12 PM

Thanks Doula.

mamamccabe · Mar 29, 2009, 09:29 PM

Originally Posted by Altenweg

I'd like to see the studies, proof, documentation of these claims.

It isn't hard to find. Wikipedia has a lot of really good information, along with references quoting the studies and documentation. You should look it up: Coitus Interruptus. It is a recognized form of birth control.

mamamccabe · Mar 29, 2009, 09:31 PM

Originally Posted by Synnen

And I used a condom, a spermicide, and was on the pill, and STILL got pregnant at 16.

And now that I've been married for 8 years, and haven't used birth control in 10, I can't get pregnant to save my life, even on clomid.

So---there are a LOT more factors involved than just WHICH birth control is used. Frankly, timing is everything.

But I wouldn't seriously recommend the pull-out method to anyone who wasn't willing to have an "oops", simply because most people are not intelligent enough, nor do they have the self control needed, to use it effectively.

So true, however I wasn't recommending anyone to use the pull out method. I was only stating facts.