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Some Tips on Condom Wear

1.)  Even without penetration, sperm and disease organisms may be exchanged between partners, so make sure you put on the condom before any skin to skin contact.

2.)  Condoms are meant to be disposed of after one use. It would be wise to have extra condoms handy if you intend on working up more than one round.

3.)  Use condoms on sex toys to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted disease or infection.

4.)  Do not unroll a condom before putting it on.

5.)  To lessen the chance of breakage, as well as to increase sensitivity, use lubricants inside the tip of the condom. Never use an oil based lubricant on latex condoms.

6.)  Never use a condom beyond the expiration date. Also, don’t use a condom if the package is broken or damaged, or if the condom looks discolored, brittle or unusual.

7.)  Don’t put a condom in your back pocket, nor store it for a long time in your wallet or purse. Exposure to heat as well as any sharp objects like keys, combs and pens can tear the latex.

8.)  Tie the end of the condom to keep the ejaculate from spilling out.

9.)  Lastly, condoms are non biodegradable, so don’t flush them down the toilet.

Storing your Condoms

With proper storage, your condoms can last anywhere between 3 to 5 years. Remember that exposure to heat and light deteriorate the condition of condoms, making them brittle and break easily. For best results, keep condoms away from direct sunlight, heat vents, and lighting fixtures. Do not store them in your glove compartment or purse.

Notes about safer sex

Engaging in sexual activity brings risks. Aside from the risk of pregnancy, there is the prevalence of sexually transmitted disease, and the very serious risk of AIDS. Truly, the only 100% effective way to protect you or your partner is through abstinence (deciding not to have sex).
However, if you do choose to have sex, you may still reduce the risks involved if you practice responsible sex. First, make sure you know your partner before having sex with him or her. Try to discuss your sex histories and/or drug use. Communicate how you feel about the risks of sex. You might even consider getting yourself and your partner tested for AIDS antibody. Or if you are unable to get enough information about your partner, you might want to explore safer ways of being intimate with each other, like sensual massages and or mutual masturbation. These safer activities help to ensure you do not risk pregnancy or contacting any disease because you do not take your partner’s blood, semen or vaginal secretions into your body. Condoms, especially latex safer sex supplies, prevent the exchange of bodily fluids:

1.)  condoms for vaginal, anal, or oral sex.
2.)  dental dams over vaginal and anal areas for oral sex.
3.)  gloves for hand to genital contact. The spermicide Nonoxynol 9 may help protect you, but if you develop an irritation from using Nonoxynol 9, discontinue use because open sores may provide an additional entryway for the virus to enter your bloodstream.

All FDA-approved condoms are electronically tested for pinhole leaks by the manufacturer. Batch testing is done for leakage, strength and durability to meet FDA specifications.

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