Monthly Archives:

November 2024

  • Am I overusing my barrier contraception? probably!

    Am I Over Using My Barrier Contraceptive?

    The short answer is, probably! Hold on tight, because we’re about to cover some crucial information you might have missed in your Sex Education classes. Did you know that you’re only fertile for about…

  • ContraGel and Caya Gel are the leading, natural, alternatives to spermicide.

    Product Profile: Contragel / Caya Gel

    Don’t let chemical-laden nonoxynol-9 spermicide hinder your goal of achieving all-natural contraception. All diaphragms and cervical caps must be used with a contraceptive gel. Instead of N-9-based spermicide, opt for ContraGel, also known as…

  • Homemade Spermicide

    Homemade Spermicide?

    No contraceptive method can guarantee 100% protection, but some couples believe homemade methods like honey, baking soda, aloe vera, lemon juice, and soft drinks can be effective. However, it’s best to use commercial spermicides…

  • spermicide and contraceptive gels

    Spermicide. The Definitive Story

    Since the sexual revolution of the 1960s, when the diaphragm introduced instantly reversible, female-controlled contraception to the world, the demand for spermicide, a substance used for contraception that kills sperm, immediately followed. To effectively…

  • The FemCap Cervical Cap

    Product Profile: The FemCap Cervical Cap

    FemCap, a hormone-free birth control solution for modern women, offers a simple and effective alternative to traditional methods. Unlike hormonal birth control or implantable devices like coils or IUDs, FemCap creates a physical barrier…

  • How ContraGel and Caya Gel Work

    How Does A Natural Spermicide Kill Sperm?

    We frequently receive questions about ContraGel and Caya Gel, including how they work, whether they’re natural, and their safety. In this post, we’ll address these questions and more to help you understand how these lactic acid-based…

  • FemCap for NFP and FAM.

    Fertility Awareness With FemCap

    The FemCap is a barrier contraceptive but this medical study shows how it can be used for Natural Family Planning (NFP) and the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM). Cervical mucus observations are favoured by some…

  • Singa contraceptive diaphragms

    Product Profile: Singa Diaphragms

    An innovative reboot of the 50+ year old, traditional diaphragm design, the Singa uses a newer, stronger membrane, stretched over a lighter coil which balances strength and flexibility. Like other traditional diaphragms, the Singa…

  • Is FemCap Better Than A Diaphragm?

    FemCap V Diaphragms

    A frequently asked question is whether a FemCap is superior to a diaphragm. In short, there are several reasons to suggest that the FemCap is, at least for some users, a better option. FemCap Is Easier To…

  • Meet the FemCap cervical cap.

    Meet The FemCap

    As you likely know, pregnancy only occurs when sperm enters the cervix, ascends to the uterus, and encounters a fertile egg. To eliminate the risk of pregnancy at its core, it’s sufficient to halt…

  • The Caya Single Size Diaphragm

    Product Profile: The Caya Diaphragm

    Caya, a modern take on traditional diaphragms, offers an effective birth control method. It features a circular silicon dome inserted into the vaginal canal before intercourse to block sperm from entering the cervix. Once…

  • Contraceptive diaphragm fitting

    Average Size Woman, Average Size Diaphragm?

    Thinking about going hormone-free in the bedroom? Perhaps you’re considering switching to a diaphragm as your preferred contraceptive method. That’s fantastic news! However, you can’t simply purchase one from the store. You genuinely need…

  • Can you use ContraGel with condoms?

    Can ContraGel Be Used With Condoms?

    Having worked with ContraGel (also available as Caya Gel) since its launch, we’ve noticed that the most frequently asked question is whether it’s safe to use with condoms. To address this, we’ve conducted extensive testing and…

  • Milex contraceptive diaphragms

    Product Profile: Milex Diaphragms

    Cooper Surgical Milex, a stalwart in the field of non-hormonal, female-controlled contraception, has been a trusted choice for many couples for decades. These diaphragms are made of latex-free silicone membrane stretched over a round…

  • ContraGel, The Natural Alternative To Spermicide.

    ContraGel. The Natural Alternative To Spermicide

    As mentioned in previous posts, N-9 spermicides often cause irritation in many users due to their harsh chemical ingredient, Nonoxynol-9 (N-9), which is also found in cleaning products. Therefore, a natural alternative is essential. Introducing ContraGel,…

  • The Caya / SILCS diaphragm development story

    Caya. A Star Is Born!

    Contraceptive diaphragms, in their modern form, have been around for over five decades. However, with the growing demand for non-hormonal contraceptives, there was a challenge to revive the diaphragm and bring it into the…

  • Gygel Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide

    Is There A Problem With N9 Spermicide?

    If you’ve been exploring your spermicide options to use with your diaphragm or cervical cap, you’ve likely come across the term N9. In the UK, the National Health Service (NHS) has historically approved Gygel, an N9…

  • How diaphragms and barrier contraceptives work.

    Stopping That Sperm

    Switching off ovulation with hormonal birth control or implanting a foreign object like a coil or IUD to prevent implantation are drastic measures that we’ve come to accept as the standard birth control options.…