Why is my macbook not charging? And how do I fix it?

I bought my macbook in 2008, so it is 5 years old. Recently, it started to not charge when it is plugged in. If I hold the charger firm to the side of the port, it charges, but otherwise, it will charge for a few minutes and then quit. I am not sure what is going on. I use my computer a lot for school, so I am frantically trying to find a solution for this problem. Any advice?

Sounds to me like you have a dirty connection between the charger and the macbook. First check that out. Cleaning electronic contacts is best done with a suitable spray cleaner, like this one (no endorsement implied, this link is to clarify not to promote a specific product):
http://www.amazon.com/Electronic-Spray-Cleaner-Citrus-Scent/dp/B0006ZH9NU
But just in case it's the battery that is at fault, you can check it out with this little beauty (this is a recommendation!):
http://www.coconut-flavour.com/

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