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Withdrawal or pull out method reviews

3.7

7 reviews

The withdrawal method relies on removing the penis all the way out of the vagina before ejaculation occurs during sex. It is not considered a reliable method of contraception on its own, but can be used in addition to other effective methods of contraception.

During or before sex

Frequency

80% - 96%

Effectiveness

None

Blood clot risk

None

Effect on fertility

Withdrawal or pull out method

How does the Withdrawal or pull out method work?

The withdrawal method (also known as the pull out method) relies on the penis being all the way out of the vagina before ejaculation and ejaculation occurring away from the vagina or vulva.

Withdrawal or pull out method alternatives

Contraceptives that work in similar ways, or brands that have close or exactly the same hormonal ingredients


Withdrawal or pull out method FAQs

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3.7

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Used for 12 - 18 mo
29 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  29th Jul 23

  •  Still using

Came off the pill after using for 11 years and wanted to be hormonal contraceptive free so we decide on pull out method as if got pregnant would be happy accident. Been using for 12 months and completely successful reliable contraception for us.

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Top side effects not reported

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0 comments

Used for 6 - 12 mo
27 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  27th Jul 23

  •  Still using

Quite a risky method that I wouldn't recommend. I use this method on-and-off (sometimes using condoms instead) as I don't want to use hormonal contraception and I had a terrible experience with the IUD. I have never gotten pregnant from this method. But having very irregular periods means this method causes considerable stress at the end of each month when my period is inevitably late. Even after getting a negative pregnancy test I'll still convince myself I'm pregnant. Not very fun!


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0 helpful

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Used for 3 - 5 yr
28 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  21st Jun 23

  •  Stopped using

Used after 6 years of implant to allow my cycles to ‘go back to normal’. Continued to use for 3+ years, however this is not a form of contraception on its own only alongside other forms. After an unplanned pregnancy due to not using this alongside another method I will be seeking a more formal contraception method to ensure this does not happen again.


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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
25 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  20th Jun 23

  •  Still using

Pull out method as long as you are careful and don't have sex again a second time in same session. If you use in conjunction with cycle tracking you can be extra careful in ovulation period. Been doing this for nearly 3 years now and so far not pregnant.


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Used for 6 - 12 mo
32 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  18th Jun 23

  •  Stopped using

This method requires a lot of planning, but makes me feel in control of my body and I have no risks of side effects.


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Used for 1 - 3 mo
52 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  9th Jun 23

  •  Stopped using

It was stupid and unsave and of course interrupts intercourse


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Used for 6 - 12 mo
27 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  29th Mar 23

  •  Still using

Been able to really understand my cycle


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