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 birth control on its own, but can be used in addition to other effective methods of birth control.
During or before sex
Frequency
80% - 96%
Effectiveness
None
Blood clot risk
None
Effect on fertility
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.
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