We saved these two until last, because they’re pretty final.

Female sterilisation – called tubal occlusion – involves the fallopian tubes being cut, and it cannot be easily reversed. Periods can continue, but you won’t get pregnant.

Male sterilisation – a vasectomy – means the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles are sealed and cut. Again, it can’t be easily reversed but does mean contraception will be a thing of the past.

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