Female preservative: what it is and how to put it correctly
The female condom is a method of birth control that can replace the birth control pill, to protect against unwanted pregnancies, as well as protect against sexually transmitted infections such as HPV, syphilis or HIV.
- The female condom is about 15 centimeters long and consists of 2 rings of different sizes that come together to form a kind of tube.
- The narrower ring side of the condom is the part that must be inside the vagina.
- And is closed preventing sperm from passing into the uterus.
- Protecting the woman from male secretions.
To put it correctly and not disturb it, you must
To remove the condom, after intercourse, you must hold and rotate the largest ring that was outside the vagina, so as not to let out the secretions, then you must remove the condom. After that, it’s important to put a rope in the middle of the condom and throw it away.
This method is excellent because in addition to preventing pregnancy, it also prevents the transmission of diseases. However, for those who are simply trying to avoid pregnancy, there are other contraceptive methods that can be used. See the main contraceptive methods, their pros and cons.
Watch the video below and see in more detail how to properly use the female condom:
Some of the most common errors that reduce the effectiveness of condoms include:
The female condom can be placed up to 8 hours before intercourse, however, many women use it only after initiating intimate contact, thus avoiding contact with sperm. However, some infections such as herpes and HPV can be spread through the mouth.
What to do: Place the condom before intimate contact or just after the start of the relationship, avoiding direct contact of the mouth and penis with the vagina.
A embalagem de qualquer camisinha deve ser observada antes da utilização para verificar se existem furos ou danos que possam comprometer a segurança do método contraceptivo. Porém, este é dos passos mais facilmente ignorados durante todo o processo de colocação.
What to do: Check all the packaging before opening it and check the expiration date.
Although it is easy to identify the opening side of the condom, in some situations the woman may be confused and eventually introduce the female condom upside down. This causes the opening inwards and the penis cannot enter. In such cases, the penis can pass between the condom and the vagina, nullifying the desired effect.
What to do: Correctly observe the opening side of the condom and insert only the smallest ring, which is not open.
After placing the condom, it is very important to leave a piece because it allows the condom not to move and prevents contact between the penis and the external vagina. Thus, when the condom is lost, the penis can come into direct contact with the vagina, increasing the risk of sexually transmitted infections or becoming pregnant.
What to do: After placing the condom inside the vagina, leave about 3 cm outside to protect the outside area.
The lubricant helps reduce friction during intimate contact, facilitating penetration. When there is not enough lubrication, the movement of the penis can create a lot of friction, which can cause tears in the condom.
What to do: It is important to use a suitable water-based lubricant.