The Right Way to Put on A Condom

 

Selecting the right size won’t matter if you don’t wear it correctly. If you don’t put the condom on the right way, it’s more likely to break or fall off. This means it won’t work as well in preventing pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Here’s how to put on a condom the right way:

 


1. Check the expiration date. An expired condom is less effective and more liable to break because the material starts to break down.
2. Check for wear and tear. Condoms stored in a wallet or purse may be sat on or folded. This can wear down the material.
3. Open the wrapper carefully. Don’t use your teeth, as this may tear the condom.
4. Place the condom on the tip of your erect penis. Pinch the condom top to push out any air and leave a reservoir.
5. Roll the condom down to the base of your penis, but make sure it’s not inside out before you do.
6. If the condom isn’t lubricated, apply some water-based lube to the condom. Avoid using oil-based lubes, as they may cause the condom to break more easily.
7. After you ejaculate, hold onto the condom’s base while pulling out. This will prevent it from slipping off.
8. Remove the condom and tie a knot at the end. Wrap it in a tissue and toss it in the trash.

How to put a condom in the dark

So you’ve finally gotten to home base with that person you’ve been seeing for a while and now it’s time to get it on.

The lights go out, you’re excited, she’s excited and you’re both ready to go. But wait, you didn’t mentally prepare yourself for this before, you’ve never put on a condom in the dark.

Whether you’re just curious or you paused for a minute to “use the bathroom” (you mean google this), it’s not as hard as it seems. Take a deep breath and try to memorize the following steps:

Step 1: Feel the condom so you have an idea of where it is inside of the packet. The lube inside will allow you to shift it away from the side you are going to tear open.

Step 2: Hold the condom firmly in place on one end with your left thumb and pointer finger, then use your right thumb and pointer finger to tear  the wrapper open on the opposite end. Don’t use your teeth for this, you won’t be able to see what you’re doing and you might accidentally puncture the condom.

Step 3: Pull the condom out of the wrapper. Slip it on top of your thumb and try to roll it down slightly. If it rolls down easily, then the condom is pointing up, like it should be before you put it on. If it slides off, then the condom is inside out. Solve this problem by blowing into it slightly to make the tip point upwards or right-side-up. (This should be a swift motion and shouldn’t take more than 10 seconds to accomplish)

Step 4: Pinch the tip of the condom, leave an inch and roll it down your penis.

Now you’re good to go!

You could always put it on in the bathroom if you don’t trust yourself to do it in the dark. Better safe than sorry.

How to Put on A Condom Without killing the mood

 

Stopping to put on a condom can kill the mood but it’s always better to put safety before “coolness”.

Here are four things you can do to put on a condom without killing the mood:

1. It’s never recommended to open a condom with your teeth but if you’ve done it a couple of times then you should be okay. Stare your partner directly in the eyes as you do this and engage him/her as you roll it down your penis. This can be super erotic and can turn you on even more.
2. Use novelty condoms to spice things up. These include ribbed condoms, lubricated condoms, warming condoms, glow in the dark condoms and so much more. Even if you are a bit awkward in opening the packet, you can make up for it with these surprises.
3. Don’t keep condoms locked in your wallet or the pocket of your bag. Not only do they get worn away and damaged this way, but taking it out can be a bit clumsy and time-consuming.

4. Have your partner put the condom on. While this happens, engage in a little foreplay to keep things interesting. Have him/her massage your penis while you play with whatever your hands are closest to.

How To Put on A Condom Without being awkward



Your first time is likely to be awkward. We’re all human and we all get nervous. If your partner knows that it is your first time then he/she is likely to be understanding. But that doesn’t mean you have to look like a complete oaf. Here are some things that you can do to make putting a condom on for the first time less awkward:

Get the right size condom- If you get a size too small, you’ll be practically stuffing your penis inside of it which will look pretty crazy and it won’t feel great on your member either. Not to mention the risk of tearing or breaking this poses.
If you get a size too big, your penis will look dwarfed in that size condom and it might mess with your ego and erection a bit. Plus, it can slide off during sex and put you at risk. When you have the right size condom, it will be easier to go on and will fit right.
Practice at home- Get yourself a box or cheap condoms and practice putting them on at home beforehand. This will make you less clumsy and nervous since you already know what you’re doing.
Have him/her put it on- This is a good way to incorporate putting on a condom into foreplay especially if you’ve never put one on before.

Put it on in the bathroom- This is the easiest way to make things feel less awkward. Here you have an opportunity to make all the mistakes in the world and correct them at the same time without embarrassing yourself.

How To Put on A condom on a uncircumcised  Penis?

 

Putting on a condom is always typically three steps: pinch, leave an inch and roll, but being uncircumcised adds an extra step to make sure you’re comfortable and that the condom stays on.

This extra step is pulling the foreskin back. Before you do that, add some lubrication. If your foreskin isn’t as flexible, this will help to make things more comfortable. From there, you can go ahead and pinch, leave an inch and roll.

If you have a lot of skin, then it can create a bulge. Make sure the condom size you get can accommodate it comfortably.

What if the condom is too small or too big?

 

 

When you wear the right size condom, you’re much more likely to prevent pregnancy and STIs. Most condoms fit the average-sized penis, so if your penis is slightly larger than 5 inches when erect, you could wear a “snug” condom just fine.

But don’t go for just any condom.

Although length is often the same across different brands and types, width and girth are most important when selecting a condom. This is where comfort comes in: A condom that’s too small in width may feel tight around the tip of your penis and has the potential to break. A condom that feels too loose around the tip or base may not work effectively and can slip off.

 

Does the condom material matter?

 

Condoms also come in different materials. Most condoms are made with latex, but some brands offer non-latex alternatives for people with allergies or who are looking for variety.

These materials include:

Polyurethane – Condoms made out of polyurethane, a type of plastic, are the most popular alternative to latex condoms. Polyurethane is thinner than latex and is better at conducting heat.
Polyisoprene –Polyisoprene is the closet material closest to latex, but it lacks the chemicals that can cause an allergic reaction. It’s thicker than polyurethane, but it feels soft and less like rubber.  Polyisoprene condoms tend to stretch more than polyurethane condoms.
Lambskin – Lambskin is one of the oldest condom materials. It’s made from cecum, a membrane inside a sheep’s intestines. It’s thin, durable, fully biodegradable, and can conduct heat well. But unlike other condoms, lambskin condoms don’t protect against STIs.

What about inside condoms? 

 

Inside condoms offer the same protections against pregnancy and STIs as outisde condoms do. They’re made of synthetic latex and are pre-lubricated with silicone-based lube.

Unlike outside condoms, inside condoms come in one size designed to fit most vaginal canals. You can pick up inside condoms at most health clinics. They’re also available online.

You should never use inside and outside condoms at the same time. Both condoms can break because of too much friction, or stick together and slip off.

 

There, you have it . As with everything else in life, when it is used in the right way, condoms can prevent transmission of most STDs except crabs so don’t leave home without it.

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