CONDOMS What You Need To Know

AGENDA Articles (~5 minutes) Collect missing work (pamphlets, crosswords) Define/discuss ABSTINENCE Sex, etc. article (~10 minutes) Show 9 minutes of “Why Abstinence” video Handshake activity ~10 minutes Recap…intro to Condoms Condoms ppt and demonstration (20 minutes)

WHAT ARE CONDOMS? Sheaths of thin latex (or polyurethane) worn on the penis during intercourse (vaginal, oral, anal) Barrier method of birth control: collects semen before, during, after ejaculation to keep semen from partner’s body openings Reduces risk of STD’s (more for some than others) if used consistently and correctly Can be made of latex, animal skin (lamb) or non-latex but only latex and polyurethane give HIV protection

EFFECTIVENESS Estimated pregnancy rates during perfect use of condoms, that is for those who report using the method exactly as it should be used (correctly) and at every act of intercourse (consistently), is 3 percent at 12 months. The most frequently cited condom effectiveness rate is for typical use, which includes perfect and imperfect use The pregnancy rate during typical use can be much higher (10- 14%) than for perfect use, but this is due primarily to inconsistent and incorrect use, not to condom failure. Condom failure – the device breaking or slipping off completely during intercourse – is uncommon if used correctly

Putting a Condom On: Should be put on BEFORE the penis touches the partner’s body openings Check expiration date…tear package carefully If not lubricated, lubricate with a drop or two of water-soluble lubricant or spermicide Pull back the foreskin, unless circumcised, before rolling on the condom Leave ½” space at the tip Place the rolled condom with the ring up over the tip of the hard penis while pinching out the air at the tip Unroll with the other hand Roll it all the way down to the base of the penis Smooth out any air bubbles to prevent chance of friction causing a break Lubricate outside of condom if not pre-lubricated

Taking the Condom Off: Pull out before erection is lost and penis softens Don’t spill the semen – hold the condom against the base of the penis while pulling out Throw away Wash if possible or dress If the condom breaks: During intercourse, pull out and replace If semen leaks out, wash with soap and water If semen leaks into vagina, discuss options

Do’s Don’ts Do store in cool, dry place (long exposure to heat makes them more breakable) If not pre-lubricated, do use water-based lubricant only Leave space at the tip and squeeze out air Do check exp date Do use only once Do put on BEFORE ANY GENITAL CONTACT Don’t store in back pocket, wallet, glove compartment Don’t use oil-based lubricants (no baby oil, Vaseline) Don’t use if out-of-date Don’t unroll it first Don’t “double-up”

PUTTING CARDS “IN ORDER” Leave room at the tip Squeeze out any air Roll condom on Intercourse Orgasm Hold onto condom rim Withdraw penis Carefully remove condom & throw away Loss of erection relaxation Discuss safer sex Agree to have sex Choose & buy condoms Check exp. Date Hug, kiss, cuddle, massage Sexual arousal Erection Carefully remove condom from package