Female condoms: top facts
You’ve heard of, and probably used, condoms before. But do you have any experience with female condoms? Check out all the facts here.
What are female condoms?
Female condoms are a birth control method for women. Like the male condom, it stops sperm from reaching the egg – just that the woman puts the condom in her vagina, instead of the men putting it on his penis.
Who can use female condoms?
Anyone who should use male condoms can use female condoms, too.
There are even some advantages over male condoms.You can put the condom in before sex, so you don’t have to interrupt your love making to put on a condom.
They are often made of non-latex materials and can be used by people allergic to latex.
You don’t have to remove it immediately after ejaculation.The rings (or sponges) holding the condom can increase pleasure for both partners.
Even though there are no clinical trials on this yet, people report really enjoy using female condoms for anal sex.Wait, what? It increases pleasure?
Yep! The outer ring can move against the clitoris. The clitoris is a woman’s hotspot and, if rubbed the right way, the power button for an orgasm.
Also, because it’s often made of non-latex material, you are able to feel body heat much better than with normal condoms.
And lastly, whether there’s a second ring or a sponge or something similar on the inside, the rubbing sensations can add even more pleasure.
How effective are they?
Female condoms are a safe and effective method that protect from both unwanted pregnancies and STDs. They even provide some extra STD protection as larger areas of the vagina and vulva area are covered, compared to male condom.
How do you put it in?
Take the condom from its pack carefully, after rubbing the package to spread the lubricant that’s on the condom.
Squeeze the inner ring, so it forms a figure of 8, and, while standing, lying down or squatting, insert the condom deeply into your vagina.
The outer ring stays outside the vagina and covers parts of your vulva.
To remove the condom, twist the outer ring a few times and carefully pull it out.For more information, have a look here.
Are female condoms difficult to use?
Remember the first time you used a male condom? You may have been fumbling around for a little while before it worked out. And that can be the same with the female condom. It takes a few tries to really get it, but don’t let that put you off.
If it sits right, the female condom shouldn’t cause any pain or discomfort. If it does, try moving it around a bit.
You can also ask your partner to help you as part of foreplay.What can go wrong?
Just like with other condoms, the female condom can rip during sex. Also, the outer ring can be pushed into the vagina, or the penis can slip between the condom and the vaginal wall.
In all those cases, immediately stop having sex and either replace the condom, or make sure that everything is in the right place.Would you try female condoms? Why, or why not? Leave a comment below, share your thoughts on Facebook, or ask our moderators if you have any questions.
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Recent Comments (20)
Can men use the female condom
Can men use the female condom instead of women putting them them on?
Hi Faith,
Hi Faith,
The female condoms can be used by men who have sex with men. But they are specially designed to be used by women.
thanks alot ave undrstood
thanks alot ave undrstood much than i expected
Glad to hear that. You are
Glad to hear that. You are most welcome Kiddy.
Buh i think it’s somehow…
Buh i think it’s somehow risky with female condom though I’ve never tried it
Hi Moryns,…
Hi Moryns,
The female condom is not risky at all. What makes you feel it is risky?
How can the female condom be…
How can the female condom be inserted in the ass if one want to have anal sex?.and if possible kindly inbox me pictorial demonstration on how to do it on my Whatsap account.
Hello Hargs,…
Hello Hargs,
The female condom is really not designed for anal sex but vaginal sex. Have you tried using a male condom? This should work just fine.
Is it nice for both male and…
Is it nice for both male and female condoms to be used at the same time during sex?
Hi Brian, you dont have to…
Hi Brian, you dont have to use both. Choose one and use per time. Using both can cause one to slip off or break.
Where can I get a female…
Where can I get a female condom would love to try it out.
Hey Mary, you could start by…
Hey Mary, you could start by checking the Pharmacy where they could be available for sale. Also, health centres also may have them in stock and available on request fro free particularly government run health facilities. In the health centres you may find them in the Family Planning section or HIV testing centre.
They are everywhere
They are everywhere
Thank you Kim.
Thank you Kim.
So I just learnt about the…
So I just learnt about the female condom. Can it be used together with the male Condoms as in I have it and he also puts on one?
Hey May, one condom is…
Hey May, one condom is sufficient. If you choose to use the female condom, your partner doesn’t have to put on a male condom. If you partner puts on a male condom then you also don’t have to have the female condom.
NO USING CODOMS DURING
NO USING CODOMS DURING
Hi Erick, thank you for your…
Hi Erick, thank you for your feedback.
Hi…
Does females condom…
Hi…
Does females condom breaks, can one be pregnant after using females condom
Hi Dominion, thank you so…
Hi Dominion, thank you so much for reaching out to us. Femal condoms rarely break but if exposed to unnecesary force or the packaging is damaged prior to use, then yes, they can break. And no, there is ver little chance of getting pregnant when using a female condom. Please note that using a female condom and a male condom at the same time can cause them to break,one is enough. 🙂