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Thomas Mendise(OB/GYN)answered(9/16/2012)The only true non-hormonal options that are reliable would be male/female condoms, and the ParaGard (copper IUD). The Mirena IUD (although hormone containing) may also be a good option even though it is a progesterone containing IUD. Most of the hormone acts locally within the uterus therefore side effects are minimal.
Melicia Escobar, MSN, CNM(Certified Nurse Midwife)answered(9/17/2012)There are also cervical caps, diaphragms, and sponges! Check out www.bedsider.org to compare these forms of non-hormonal birth control, as well as the above mentioned condoms and IUDs. There, you can also listen to some reviews done by real live users.
