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Fast Facts:
- Introduced: 1983
- Subject of Seinfeld episode "The Sponge"
- Combines spermicide and barrier methods
- Over-the-counter
- Effectiveness in women who have not given birth: 91% with perfect use
- Effectiveness in women who have given birth: 80% with perfect use
The Mahalo Top 7
- Official site: Today Sponge
- Wikipedia: Contraceptive sponge
- Planned Parenthood: Sponge
- WebMD: Birth Control Sponge
- The Sponge in culture: Seinfeld: The Sponge
- Recommend a link
- Recommend a link
The Sponge News
- CNN: 'Seinfeld's' Elaine's favorite contraceptive makes a comeback (1999)
- Wired: Sponge Merchants Soak Up Business (2003)
- Planned Parenthood: The Sponge: Back on the Shelf (2005)
The Sponge Basics and Uses
- Planned Parenthood: Sponge
- Today Sponge: FAQ
- WebMD: Birth Control Sponge
The Sponge Side Effects, Interactions and Precautions
The Sponge Controversy
- Reason Magazine: Sponge Bath
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