In the United States, the only birth control sponge available in stores in the Today Sponge brand. You can find these sponges on the official Today Sponge website: http://www. todaysponge. com/purchase. html.
The sponge will look sudsy after you’ve squeezed it a couple times. This is totally normal! Don’t squeeze out all the water—the sponge should still be damp when you’re putting it in.
Birth control sponges are only meant to be used once, so throw it out as soon as you remove it.
Toxic Shock Syndrome is a dangerous infection that can lead to a fever, change in blood pressure, and other symptoms. Some people develop this condition from using a tampon or birth control sponge for too long. [12] X Research source
The spermicide on the sponge can cause a bit of irritation, which can raise the risk of transmitting STDs. [23] X Research source
