Pregnancy is a wonderful phase in a woman’s life but, unwanted pregnancy can generate unnecessary trouble and anxiety. Taking birth control pills as pregnancy preventive measures often result in several alarming side effects which spoil your health. So it is important to know about some alternative methods regarding how to prevent pregnancy naturally. Mother Nature has been generous with some relevant herbs which when consumed appropriately can act as natural remedies for birth control. These remedies are available in your home so you do not need to go to a hospital, or a doctor’s clinic or even a medical shop. Consumption of these herbs also spares you from any serious side effects. Take a look at 25 such herbal home remedies which are all natural birth control methods.
For it to function as a natural contraceptive, each herb differs from the other in the way it is consumed. Some herbs have to be taken daily, while others should be consumed when the requirement arises, that is after a fertilizing sexual intercourse. Usually, herbs that are taken on a daily basis take some time to leave effect.
Please note: It is always advisable to consult your doctor or herbalist before taking any herbal birth control remedy for the quantity and suitability of the herbal dose.
1. Parsley
Parsley acts as a natural contraceptive and works in avoiding unwanted pregnancy. It is readily available at home and can be consumed in herbal tea form when in doubt of conceiving. Parsley controls fertilization and makes you relieved leaving no side effects for being a pretty mild herb.
2. Pennyroyal
Pennyroyal is one of the popular and very old herbal home remedies for birth control. Its consumption triggers menstruation and initiates self-absorption and thus prevents unwanted pregnancy that might occur due to unprotected sex. Around 8 ounces of distilled water is boiled and the 1 teaspoon of dry pennyroyal herb is added to this water after removing it from heat. The diluted mixture is mixed well and then allowed to stand still for 15 minutes. Thereafter it is strained and drunk by mixing a teaspoon of honey into it for enhanced taste. Pennyroyal is usually prescribed in combination with other birth control herbs.
Caution: Pennyroyal may have serious implications for health if consumed in large amounts. It can result in kidney or liver damage. Extensive consumption of this herb also affects the nervous system. If the menstrual time is 10 days late or more, then pennyroyal should be avoided.
3. Blue Cohosh
Blue Cohosh is a strong herb that acts as one of the finest natural hormonal contraceptives. When alarmed and suspicious about pregnancy after an intercourse, a dose of blue cohosh herb is advisable. Its root, which has uterine contracting properties, due to two hormone-like substances present in it, prevents fertilization and gets you rid of an unplanned, unexpected pregnancy. One teaspoon of blue cohosh is added to 4 cups of boiling water, the mixture is stirred well and allowed to stand for 5 minutes after which it is sipped warm like tea. It can be drunk twice or thrice till it results in stimulating a natural abortion process.
Caution: Overdose of blue cohosh can result in side effects. It is important to consult a herbal expert or doctor before taking it. Its tea should not be taken more than three times a day.
4. Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh makes way for a natural family planning process. Its consumption along with another birth control herb like pennyroyal results in effectively avoiding unwanted pregnancy. The herb works by stimulating the release of oxytocin hormone which causes uterine contractions and therefore, prevents pregnancy. Black Cohosh is always a safe option to bank upon in place of birth control pills.
5. Dried Apricots
Did you know that dried apricots are not only delectable dry fruits but are also one of the readily available natural ways of birth control? Dried Apricots must be mixed with some water and two teaspoons of honey and blended well. This mixture when drunk after an unsafe intercourse, it curbs the development of fetus. Even apricot kernels are effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy.
6. Indian Lilac or Margosa
Indian Lilac, known as Margosa or Neem in India, is a commonly available home remedy for birth control. Indian lilac when consumed cut down sperm mobility and does not allow fertilization. It can be consumed in one of the three ways – leaves, oil and extract. Neem oil, if injected in the linking point of uterus and fallopian tube, is largely effective in preventing pregnancy in women for as long as one year, that too without disturbing the menstrual cycle or ovarian functions. Oil made from Indian Lilac has very strong and bitter qualities, which kill sperms present in the vaginal area in a very short span of half a minute. The oil is high on its antiviral and antibacterial qualities and thus also acts as natural controllers for vaginal infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). This is one of the most popular birth control herbs that is safe and has no side effects.
7. Queen Anne’s Lace
Among several other natural ways of birth control Queen Anne’s Lace comes across as a highly effective and powerful herb. Also known as wild carrot, Queen Anne’s lace avoids unwanted pregnancy at the implantation stage by controlling fetus implantation. Seeds of flower of this herbal plant play an important role by disrupting progesterone synthesis in the woman’s body. Progesterone is a crucial hormone in women that promote implantation. Even if the egg fertilized it does not get planted on the uterus walls. Procure seeds from the plant and chew well 1 teaspoon of seeds within eight hours of unprotected sex. The herb can also be boiled in water and drunk as tea or drunk in small amounts as tincture.
Caution: In case you have kidney and gallstone problems, Queen Anne’s Lace is not advisable for you. Even breastfeeding mothers should avoid consuming this herb.
8. Buckwheat
Buckwheat’s consumption on a daily basis works like a natural form of birth control. A dose of 500 mg buckwheat each day or before and after sexual intercourse prevents pregnancy. There is an implantation preventing substance called Rutin that is present in buckwheat. This does not let fetus get implanted in uterus. It is preferred over other herbs for it has absolutely no side effects. It is most natural form of the birth control method that helps you getting rid of your dependence on contraceptives which leave drastic side effects.
9. Cotton Root Bark
Cotton Root Bark is considered a highly effective and powerful birth control remedy which has been in use since many decades by women as natural hormonal contraceptive. Roots of Cotton trigger the release of oxytocin hormone which prevent implantation and fertilization of fetus in uterus. Dried root of the cotton plant is cut into pieces and brewed in hot water or mixed with a cup of tea. It is safely drunk two times per day to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Drinking it will result in hormonal stimulation which will help in initiating menstruation. Otherwise, it can also be taken in form of tincture, 10 drops in every few hours till menstruation starts, but do not go beyond six days consumption.
Roots of an organic cotton plant should be preferred as inorganic pesticide-sprayed cotton roots will trigger liver problems.
10. Stoneseed Herb
Roots of stoneseed herbs are very effective and powerful natural contraceptive foods. The roots of stoneseed are immersed in cold water for a considerable amount of time and the water is allowed to stand for hours at a stretch. Drinking a cup daily for six months becomes a natural way of avoiding unwanted pregnancy. Inhaling smoke of stoneseed plant induces sterility and this can be an irreversible effect. It is best to consult a doctor or a herbal expert before taking doses of stoneseed roots.
11. Jack-in-the-pulpit root
Jack-in-the pulpit root prevents pregnancy for a long term. Its roots are edible only after getting dried up as fresh roots can cause poisoning. It’s a traditional herb with natural birth control properties that has been used for many decades and ages. One teaspoon of powdered, dried Jack-in-the-pulpit root is mixed well in half glass of cold water and drunk after straining. Drinking this prevents unwanted pregnancy for span of a week.
Caution: If two spoons of the herbal root are mixed in hot water and consumed, it causes permanent infertility. So taking the root in hot water should be strictly avoided.
12. Smartweed leaves
Smartweed leaves are very useful in regulating fertility and in ceasing implantation after an unprotected intercourse. Smartweed is a birth control herb that is rich in rutin, quercitin and gallic acid, all three of which aid in averting pregnancy. Four ounces of fresh leaves or one ounce of dried leaves are mixed and stirred well in boiling water. Then the leaves are strained away and the infusion is drunk appropriately each day till menstruation begins.
13. Wild Yam
Wild yam is like the last resort for avoiding unwanted pregnancy when no other natural alternative is available for you. It is one of the slow working, slow affecting home remedies for birth control which take a couple of months to show their effect. Its dose goes from two to three times a day regularly for preventing pregnancy. Skipping of its doses can result in a delay of its effectiveness and can even result in pregnancy. Wild yam has not been considered very reliable natural contraceptive, yet it does help in curbing birth when consumed regularly.
14. Angelica
Angelica is a prominent herbal abortive or birth control herb that terminates pregnancy effectively. Its roots are in quantity of 1/4th cup and are mixed in a glass of water in a similar fashion as tea preparation. Its strained and sipped till menstruation begins. Else, its tincture can be taken in 10-20 drops after every two hours. It’s important to know that dried roots of Angelica are more useful and less toxic than its fresh leaves.
Caution: Much regular consumption of herb brings harm to kidney and liver. Women suffering from diabetes are advised not to consume it as it increases sugar levels in blood.
15. Rue
Rue is one of the popularly used home remedies for birth control. It has pilocarpine and rutin which prevent implantation after a fertilizing intercourse. The method to consume it by adding a cup of boiling water over two teaspoons of powdered rue, which is then allowed to steep and blend for some time. It is drunk as herbal tea twice or thrice a day for it to show an effect in preventing unwanted pregnancy.
It should be taken care to not boil the herb in water; it should be simply mixed after the water has boiled. Boiling the herb in water will ruin its abortive properties.
16. Mugwort Leaves
Another one of the promising and reliable home remedies for birth control – Mugwort leaves have fertility reduction properties, yet should be taken with caution and care. Three teaspoons of dried leaves of mugwort should be blended in one cup of water, which should be strained and drunk after sometime. The infusion should be consumed three cups per day but its dosage should not go beyond six days.
Caution: Higher dosage can result in renal and liver damage.
17. Thistle
To terminate an unplanned and undesired pregnancy, Thistles herbs can be used for consumption as a natural form of birth control. Thistle plant as a whole is immersed in boiling water and allowed to be there for some time. Water takes on a bitter taste and this water is strained and consumed for effectively controlling implantation of fetus.
18. Tansy
Tansy is a very powerful herb that induces abortion. It is consumed in form of an infusion of tansy tea prepared by boiling its leaves in water and drinking after straining the water. It is important that the herb is consumed only in small doses and its duration should also be small. Tansy’s tincture also induces abortion effectively. Tansy has a main component called Thujone which causes certain side effects. So it is advisable to consult a herbalist before taking this herb. If tansy tea’s doses suit you, then you can gradually increase the dose.
19. Asafetida
Asafetida is commonly used herbal spice in foods. It is also known for its abortive qualities. Its regular use prevents conception. Its juice is mixed in water and drunk regularly every month to keep a check on unwanted birth control. Asafetida has been used as an abortifaciant and it can be boiled and its vapors can be inhaled to strengthen the birth-control-prevention effect. It has no long term or serious side effects, so it can be readily taken along with other natural contraceptive foods.
20. Silphium
Belonging to a huge fennel family, Silphium has been used as a natural contraceptive since ancient days. It has had a tremendous success record as a natural remedy for preventing unwanted pregnancy. It also works as a successful abortifacient and prevents implantation after a fertilizing intercourse. But its cultivation happens in very less zones making the herb very rare and expensive. If found and in reach, it is one of the highly recommended home remedies for birth control.
21. Cinnamon
Regular intake of cinnamon prevents fertilization and curbs implantation after unprotected sexual intercourse. Cinnamon’s effect as a birth control herb happens gradually and it does not work instantly to cause abortion. However, when consumed as infusion on a regular basis, it stimulates abortion, resulting in birth control.
22. Ginger
Ginger is a common household herbal edible ingredient. It is a very strong herb which stimulates menstruation flow through its regular intake. It is grated and mixed in tea and brought to boil for 5 minutes drunk after straining to prevent pregnancy. Ginger tea must be drunk twice a day to see its abortive and contraceptive results. It also helps in making periods’ cycle regular by bringing delayed periods in time.
23. Papaya
Papaya fruit is rich in abortive and contraceptive properties and it is commonly consumed by women after an unsafe intercourse. Eating papaya and its seeds regularly after a fertilizing intercourse prevents unwanted pregnancy. An unripe papaya is preferred over a ripe papaya to terminate the pregnancy. Papaya seeds are majorly effective in killing sperms.
24. Figs
Dried figs’ consumption acts as a natural way to curb pregnancy. Up to three pieces of dried figs can result in preventing implantation and can induce abortion. It should however be taken care that figs, when consumed in large quantity, disturb digestion process and upset the stomach.
25. Vitamin C
Pills having pure vitamin C extract are advised for being natural birth control method. Vitamin C contains ascorbic acid which controls progesterone hormone in preparing uterus for pregnancy. It is best advised to take a dose of 1500 mg Vitamin C pills two times a day regularly up till three days after an unprotected intercourse. Vitamin C will also have positive effects on your skin.
Caution: do not take high doses for Vitamin C as it can result in irregularities in body.
These were 25 best herbal home remedies for birth control. All of them should only be commenced after the consultation of your doctor or herbalist. In case any remedy cause any health issue or problem, the use of remedy should be immediately stopped.