what is the birth control method that lowers the chance of pregnancy and protects from getting sexually transmitted infections

The birds and the bees 101 says for pregnancy to take place, a sperm has to meet an egg.

But that can’t happen if the sex acts that allow that to happen, don’t happen.

Enter: Abstinence.

“Abstinence means something different to everyone,” says Gersh. “The most common definition is abstaining from sexual intercourse.”

“If you’re looking to avoid pregnancy, that means specifically avoiding vaginal sexual intercourse,” adds Gersh. “It’s incredibly effective for folks who are actually committed to never have intercourse