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To: J_F_Shepard who wrote (820867)12/4/2014 4:48:48 PM
From: one_less  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1583865
 
Crocodile Dung
Think condoms are a drag? In ancient Egypt, the contraceptive of choice was crocodile dung. Dried dung was inserted into the vagina, the idea being that it would soften as it reached body temperature to form an impenetrable barrier.

Other contraceptive "pessaries" used back in the day included tree sap, lemon halves, cotton, wool, sea sponges, and elephant dung.