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Today Sponge

The Today Sponge is a soft, round barrier device that is about two inches in diameter. It is made of solid polyurethane foam, contains spermicide, and has a nylon loop attached to the bottom for removal. Although taken off the market in 1995 and then again in 2008, the Today Contraceptive Sponge is now available as a reversible, barrier, over-the-counter birth control method.
The Today Sponge
Information about the Today Sponge as a method of contraception is presented as well as some of the advantages, disadvantages, reliability, effectiveness, cost, and risks. Everything you need to know about the sponge birth control method and the benefits of the Today Sponge as a barrier, over-the-counter method of birth control.
Inserting the Today Sponge
The Today Sponge is a soft, round barrier device that is about two inches in diameter. It is made of solid polyurethane foam, contains spermicide, and has a nylon loop attached to the bottom for removal. This contraceptive sponge is available over the counter. In order to be effective, the sponge must be inserted properly. Learn, step-by-step, how to insert the Today Sponge.
Where Can I Buy Today Sponge?
The Today Sponge is a reversible, over-the-counter barrier method of birth control. Many have been wondering what happened to the Today Contraceptive Sponge as it has recently not be available. Good news, the birth control sponge is back and on shelves again. Find out where to buy Today Sponge.
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