What is a female condom?
Birth Control FAQAlso known as the vaginal pouch, the female condom is a disposable sheath designed to protect a woman from pregnancy and STDs by lining the vagina. (Kind of like the male's condom but inside of the female.) It can be used with a spermicide for added protection. Always read instruction and study pictures before you begin. Use care when opening the condom package. Stand with one leg on a chair or the toilet.
Related QuestionsCondoms and spermicides Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)A female condom is similar to a male condom, but is wider and longer and is worn inside a woman's vagina rather than over the penis. It is also made of polyurethane rather than latex. The condom has two rings - the ring at the closed end of the female condom is pushed up inside the vagina, while the ring at the open end surrounds the entrance to the vagina. The man's penis is guided into the condom through this ring. AVERT has more about the female condom.Related Questions
Sexual & Reproductive Health: Frequently Asked Questions...A female condom is a condom made for women to wear. It is a tube-like pouch with 2 flexible rings, one at each end. It is made of soft polyurethane and is worn inside the vagina to stop semen containing sperm from entering through the cervix. The female condom can be placed in the vagina up to 8 hours before sex or just before sex. You do not need a prescription to buy female condoms.Related Questions
What's a female condom?
FAQthe name suggests, female condoms are prophylactics designed to be worn by women, giving them greater control over their reproductive safety. The female condoms carried by SafeSense are made of lubricated, hypoallergenic polyurethane. Please see the Female Condom page for complete information and product images.
Related QuestionsHarmony :::::::::::::The "female condom" fits inside the vagina like the diaphragm and also covers the vulva. It has the advantage of not requiring a man to maintain an erection during use. Although it is not as effective as the "male condom", the female condom is an option for women who want to prevent sexually transmitted infection or unintended pregnancy.Related Questions
Adult Happy :: Sexy Condom + Sexy Lingerie :: FAQ on CondomThere is also now a female condom, which is a type of pouch which fits inside the vagina. See our female condom page for more information.Related Questions
Should I have my partner use a male condom simultaneously with the female condom?
Join Peer Ed!Using the female condom alongside a male condom is not safer sex. The friction between the two condoms can cause breakage and/or cause one to come off.
Related QuestionsHow is a female condom different from a male condom?
FPA Health: Sex Matters: FAQs: Audience IndexI am 28 years old, and had sex five years ago. It was alright then. I masturbate and during the last couple of years I have noticed that when I go near a girl or start having sex my cum starts coming out of my penis. I also have difficulty in maintaining an erection. I am very worried that I will not be able to sustain an erection and my cum will start coming out before I even try to touch a woman.
Related QuestionsWhat are the steps to using a female condom efficiently?
Join Peer Ed!The female condom is a polyurethane sheath or pouch about 6.5 inches in length. It is used by a female during sexual intercourse. Step 1 ? Open the package carefully. Get into a comfortable position (squat, put one leg up, sit, lie down, etc.) Make the sure condom is lubricated enough and the inner ring is at the bottom closed end of the sheath. Hold the sheath with the open end hanging down.
Related QuestionsWhere can I get a male or female condom?
FAQ on Sexual Health from Gannett: Cornell University Health...Visit our pharmacy and see our list of sexual health supplies. The pharmacy is conveniently located on level 3 in Gannett opposite the front door and carries low cost, over-the-counter supplies for you and your partners.
Related QuestionsCan I reuse the female condom?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQNo, the female condom is not reusable. You should use a new female condom every time you make love. When you are finished using a female condom, wrap the used sheath in paper and throw it in a bin. Do not flush the used sheath down the toilet as it may cause blockage.
Related QuestionsQ:Why is the female condom lubricated?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQIt is lubricated to help the penis move freely in and out of the vagina during lovemaking. For this reason, do not wipe the lubricant off the sheath.
Related QuestionsWill the female condom tear while I am using it?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQResearch has shown that it is almost impossible for a female condom to tear during use, however if torn, the sheath should be discarded and a new one should be used. No. The female condom is made from polyurethane which is strong, offering the security you need, yet thin enough to ensure that your pleasure is maintained.
Related QuestionsWhat is the Reality® Female Condom?
The Female Health Company- Frequently Asked QuestionsReality® is a soft, loose-fitting polyurethane sheath that lines the vagina. It has a soft ring at each end. The ring at the closed end is used to put the device inside the vagina and to hold it in place during sex. The other ring stays outside the vagina and partly covers the labia. Polyurethane is a strong, thin material that conducts heat.
Related QuestionsIs the Reality® Female Condom effective?
The Female Health Company- Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen used correctly every time, Reality®'s failure rate in a 6-month pregnancy efficacy study was 3%. When women used it only sometimes or not at all during the same study, the failure rate was 12%. Based on these results, the annual failure rate is 5% for correct, consistent use, and 21%, with a range of 18-25% when used only sometimes. It's important to note that Reality®'s failure rate is comparable to other barrier contraceptives.
Related QuestionsCan I use the male condom and the female condom at the same time?
The Female Health Company- Frequently Asked QuestionsNo, because neither one will work properly. The material used in condoms is designed to work next to skin. If the two condoms rub together, friction between them could cause the male condom to be pulled off or the female condom to be pushed in. If either the female condom or the male condom is used properly and carefully, no additional barrier should be necessary.
Related QuestionsWhat is a condom?
Sexual & Reproductive Health: Frequently Asked Questions...A condom is a thin latex covering used to cover the penis. It is worn over the man's erect penis and catches the semen as it is released, stopping it from entering his partner. There are different types of condoms available, some are lubricated, others flavored. Non-latex condoms are made for people with latex allergies. All condoms sold in Canada should meet government standards.
Related QuestionsWhy would I need to add extra lubricant to the female condom?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQIf you and your partner prefer more lubrication during lovemaking, additional lubricant can be placed inside the female condom before it is inserted into the vagina.
Related QuestionsWhat type of lubricant can be used with the female condom?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQBecause the female condom is made of polyurethane and no latex, oil-based as well as water-based lubricants can be used with it. Lubricants such as glycerine, lotion, Vaseline, baby oil etc...are safe to use with the female condom. These lubricants however, should not be used with the male condom because it is made of latex.
Related QuestionsCan I still use the female condom after expiry date?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQNo. You cannot use the female condom after the expiry date printed on the box and sheath packet. The female condom has a five-year shell life.
Related QuestionsIs the female condom the correct size to fit my body?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQYes, the female condom has been carefully designed to suit any woman, whatever the size of her vagina, and any man, whatever the size of his penis.
Related QuestionsHow will I know if the female condom is inserted properly in my vagina?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQThe female condom is inserted properly when the inner ring pushed against the cervix and the outer ring lies flat against the opening of the vagina. Your cervix blocks the female condom from going any further inside your body.
Related QuestionsWhere should the outer ring of the female condom be placed?
WELCOME TO FLAS:: FAQThe outer ring should lie flat against the opening to your vagina. If the outer ring is pushes inside your vagina by your partner's penis during lovemaking, simply pull the sheath back up, add a few more drops of lubricant into the inside of the sheath.
Related QuestionsWhy does the female condom come out on his penis when he withdraws?
The Female Health Company- Frequently Asked QuestionsIf there is not enough lubrication on the inside of the female condom between the penis and the female condom, it can adhere to the penis when he withdraws. To avoid this, put a few drops of lubricant on the inside of the female condom as well as on the outside of the penis to reduce friction between the two surfaces. If the condom is pulled out of place, STOP having sex, take a new condom, add extra lubricant to the inside of the condom and the outside of his penis, and insert the new condom.
Related QuestionsWhat kind of lubricant can I use with the female condom?
The Female Health Company- Frequently Asked QuestionsBecause Reality® is made from polyurethane, oil-based lubricants will not cause the sheath to disintegrate. So you can use water- or oil-based lubricants with the female condom.
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