A small, T-shaped device inserted into the uterus by a health care provider. The IUD releases hormones into the woman's body that prevent the sperm from moving from the vagina to the fallopian tubes and speeds the transport of the egg through the fallopian tubes. The IUD is most effective for older women and those who have had children. Does not protect against HIV or other STDs. A thin sheath of latex or lambskin that fits over an erect penis like the finger of a glove.
Keeps sperm from entering the woman's body.
When the man ejaculates, the condom catches the semen. Increased effectiveness when used with spermicide. Latex condoms help protect against HIV and other STDs. Lambskin condoms are not recommended for HIV or STD prevention. Read more about the right way to use a male condom .