Not in the glove box or in your pocket. Store condoms in a cool, dry place (below 100° F) and avoid exposure to direct sunlight. If latex is sticky or brittle when removed from the package, do not use the condom. Condoms should be stored in a location, e.g. dresser drawer, nightstand, “toy box,” etc., that makes them easily accessible.
Ladies, we haven’t forgot you! No longer do women have to rely on their male partner to whip out a condom. The female condoms allow women the power of protection! In addition, the female condom has an added advantage in that it provides coverage for the labia major, the large outer lips of the vagina where genital warts and herpes can hang out. The male condom only covers the shaft of the penis. Another advantage of the female condom is that it can be inserted up to six hours prior to sex. This helps to alleviate so-called “breaking the mood.” However, the downside to female condoms is that they are more expensive than the male condom, they are much larger and can be awkward for the first time user. Male and female condoms cannot be used together or they both will break. Just like the male condom, the female condom can only be used once. Do not wash it out, turn it inside-out and try to reuse. A little trick to enhance sensation for the male partner is to place a little water-based or silicone-based lubricant inside of the female condom. This will provide more sensation for him.
Doin’ It, Doin’ It, Doin’ It Well: Condom Do’s & Don’ts was originally published on blackdoctor.org
