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Female Barrier Methods
Female barrier methods are contraceptives that a woman places in her vagina before sex to prevent pregnancy. These include the diaphragm, the cervical cap, and the female condom. Fact sheet outlines their characteristics, advantages, and limitations.
http://www.rho.org/html/cont-female_barriers.htm

Diaphragms and Cervical Caps
Planned Parenthood Federation of America fact sheet.
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/BIRTH-CONTROL/DIAPHRAGMS.HTM

Latex Allergy and Condoms
Explains that contact with latex condoms, cervical caps and diaphragms is contraindicated for those with latex allergy and discusses safer alternatives.
http://www.parentsplace.com/fertility/contraception/qa/0,3105,13405,00.html