One of the most common male procedures, each year, more than 500,000 American men undergo a vasectomy, a simple, safe, and reliable procedure. Yet this procedure is often met with strange tales and untruths, despite its very high success rates and volumes of conclusive research. Among these misconceptions are those for future sexual health and…
Supporting Your Partner Before and After His Vasectomy
A vasectomy is a very common, effective, safe procedure, allowing your partner to free you from the need for birth control. But it is still surgery, and for men, it can represent a significant life change. As such, you need to be there to support them physically, mentally, and emotionally before and after the procedure….
How To Plan for a Vasectomy Before the End of The Year
For some men, the question of whether or not to get a vasectomy may have been on the table for months, or even years. Regardless of your situation, if you’re considering getting a vasectomy before the end of this year, there are ways to get a plan in motion. Having a plan makes people feel…
What Happens to My Sperm After a Vasectomy?
A simple but common question our vasectomy clinic receives is about what happens to sperm after a vasectomy has been performed. This question is entirely understandable. After all, the purpose of a vasectomy is to remove sperm from a man’s semen so that when he ejaculates during intercourse, pregnancy does not occur. However, we know…
3 Ways Vasectomies Actually Help Women
It is common in hetereosexual couples that the female partner is solely responsible for contraceptive needs. Outside of condom use, which can fluctuate or be used temporarily, women are required to take ownership of pregnancy prevention entirely on their own. This involves taking or using different forms of birth control for year after year, many…
Vasectomy FAQ for Someone Who Is on the Fence about the Procedure
The idea of a vasectomy can become built up, especially if this is something you have been considering over time. There are questions about pain, what recovery from the procedure will feel like, the potential impact on libido, and if there is any overall risk of complications. These are valid concerns, and we’re always happy…