Maybe Not Baby: The 5 Best Methods of Birth Control

1. Condoms

Good old-fashioned condoms are at the top of our list because they are the only contraceptive method that also prevents sexually transmitted diseases (STD). This barrier birth control method is available in both female and male formats, although the latter is the best-known one. With perfect use, these devices have relatively low rates of failure: 2% for the male condom and 5% for the female condom. The greatest benefit of condoms is without a doubt the STD protection, but they are also inexpensive and available without the need of a prescription.