It’s also worth explaining how condoms can act as ‘dams’ that can be used as a ‘latex barrier’ for performing safer oral sex on vulvas, anuses, or flaccid penises You could ask students if they would use margarine as part of sex. (Most students react in disgust). But what about whipped cream? Could you imagine playing with whipped cream as part of sex? A few shouts now, but they’re getting a bit more on board with this as an idea. What about massage oil? Now they might start to think seriously about how they could inadvertently damage a condom in use. Agree a common framework of language The blue plastic demonstrator is great for learning how to put a condom on an erect penis but terrible for showing what happens after ejaculation when the penis goes flaccid.

This could also be a time to use teachable moments to explore the concept of consent by looking at what happens within any sexual encounter as well as agreeing to sex generally. Be ready to provoke the discussion of how two people discuss and negotiate the difficulty of finding out what each other likes and wants to try. Sensitivity and condoms You can use another form of contraception, such as the contraceptive pill or implant, for extra protection against pregnancy. If you have difficulty keeping an erection, you may not be able to use condoms because the penis must be erect to prevent semen from leaking or the condom slipping off. Most people can safely use condoms, but they may not be the most suitable method of contraception for everyone. pH-balanced, water-based lubricant that feels like the body’s natural lubrication; much thinner than most condoms—Men love that it is super comfortable and snug, yet not too tight, almost like not wearing a condom at all.

If you think sperm has entered the vagina, you may need emergency contraception. You can use emergency contraception up to 5 days after unprotected sex (when sperm entered the vagina).

Some people may be allergic to latex, plastic or spermicides, but you can get condoms that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction. Premium condom made from soft polyisoprene (a natural rubber); more resistant to breakage, stretchier, form fitting, and odor free—a good alternative for those allergic to latexCondoms are a "barrier" method of contraception. They are made of very thin latex (rubber), polyurethane or polyisoprene and are designed to prevent pregnancy by stopping sperm from meeting an egg.