All Entries in the "Birth Control : Contraception and Condoms" Category
6 Wacky Condoms that you can actually Buy!
Like a weapon during war, a condom is one of the most important things a guy should have in his pockets when he goes out to party or even just heading off to work (you’ll never know when you get lucky). From all shapes and sizes, many condom manufacturers have ventured great lengths to provide [...]
The Female Condom – What is the Female Condom
What is the female condom? The female condom is a thin sheath or pouch worn by a woman during sex. It entirely lines the vagina and helps to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including HIV. Two types of female condom are available. The FC / FC2 female condom The FC (female condom) has been [...]
Birth Control and Contraception for Teenagers
What is birth control? ‘Birth control’ is a term that describes things that stop a woman or girl from becoming pregnant, or giving birth. Birth control can mean a wide range of things – from ‘contraceptives’ (used to reduce the chances of a woman becoming pregnant) to other ways of avoiding pregnancy, like not having [...]
Facts About Condoms
Most of the population is currently sexually active. Many times people have several different sexual partners throughout their lifetime. Sex is a physical release that relieves stress and tension in the body. There are certain risk factor involved with sexual intercourse. If a person engages in unprotected sex they are at risk for a number [...]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Contraception
What is contraception? Contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy. It is also known as ‘birth control’, although this is a more general term that includes complete abstinence from sex (the ultimate form of contraception!). Pregnancy happens when a man’s sperm meets a woman’s egg and fertilisation (also known as conception) occurs. Contraceptives stop this [...]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Pregnancy
How does a woman become pregnant? A woman usually becomes pregnant after having sexual intercourse. This is where a man puts his erect penis inside a woman’s vagina. The friction caused by moving his penis in and out of her vagina will cause him to get increasingly excited until eventually he ejaculates (or ‘comes’) and [...]
Teens and Condoms
Why do people always talk about condoms? Because if you want to have sex with someone, they’re important! Sex can be great, but there are risks involved. Aside from all the emotional issues, you can catch infections, and a woman can become pregnant. If you don’t want to end up in a STD clinic or [...]
Using Condoms, Condom Types and Sizes
Why do I need to use a condom? Condoms are the only form of protection that can both help to stop thetransmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV and prevent pregnancy. Getting ready, choosing the right condom A number of different types of condom are now available. What isgenerally called a condom is [...]
Condoms and Spermicides: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Condom Questions Why should you use a condom when you have sexual intercourse? If you are going to have sex, using a condom is the best way to protect both partners against becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease. They also protect against pregnancy. Are condoms effective against HIV and other STDs? Condoms are very [...]
Condoms: How to use them
What is a condom ? A condom is a thin, cylindrical sheath placed over the erect penis just before sexual intercourse. Condoms may be made of latex, lambskin or polyurethane. Those made of latex provide the most protection against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Condoms are available with or without a lubricant in a variety of [...]
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