Whether you love them or hate them condoms are a very important part of a sexy health life. Believe it or not sometimes condoms are often more mishandled and neglected than some toys. To help make things safer and smoother for you we have some general condom etiquette tips for you and your partner.
Storage
If you’ve been storing your condoms in your wallet for easy access, you should just throw them away and buy new ones. Condoms will get worn out from the friction created by opening and closing your wallet. Once the material has begun deteriorating they are no longer safe for use. Condoms are meant to be stored in a cool dry space. Your medicine cabinet or bedside draw out of direct sunlight are great spaces. If being prepared is your concern try your glove box. If you are in a cooler climate or cooler months of the year they shouldn’t be to hot in there.
Condom Use
Even though condoms aren’t food, they are still a perishable item. So before use always double check the expiration date. After foreplay before transitioning into sex is the best time to put on a condom. While this may seem like an awkward act, it can be turned into an actual part of foreplay. Watching your partner slowly roll it onto you can help turn you on and prevent losing an erection during the process. Make sure to open them from one end with your fingers, not your teeth or fingernails as this can break the condom.
Condom Disposal
The best way to dispose of a used condom is wrapped in tissue and thrown in the trash. It may seem more convenient to just flush it, however picture a water balloon in your bathroom pipes. That is one awkward call to a plumber that can be easily avoided.
Its no secret that no one really enjoys a condom but its always better safe than sorry! Ladies keep in mind that its not only his responsibility to make sure condoms are accessible, keeping some in your night stand as a back up is always a good idea!
