Ever heard of female condoms and wondered how it work? Here is a simple guide that explains how to use a female condom, the pros and cons, and everything you need to know. Sexual health is an ...

Using a condom isn't as simple as you'd think. A surprising number of men can't seem to keep an erection while putting one on. This can lead to a lot of embarrassment. Sometimes a man might just give ...

Condoms can be effective at preventing pregnancy, but using them incorrectly can reduce their effectiveness. If a condom breaks, pregnancy can also occur unless you’re using a second birth control ...

Male condoms are 98% effective with perfect use and 85% effective with typical use. Female condoms are slightly less effective — 95% with perfect use and 79% typically. People make mistakes with ...

This story was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Wearing a condom is a great way to prevent pregnancy and the only option for protecting against STIs and STDs (besides abstinence). But they’re not ...

It is important to use barrier methods, such as male condoms and dental dams, during oral sex. This reduces the chances of transmitting and contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Oral sex ...