01/6Yes, you CAN get pregnant even after using condoms

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Condoms are readily available, easy to use and well, even light on your pocket. This may be precisely why these latex barriers remain the number one choice of contraception for most people. In fact, if you follow the instructions correctly and use them whenever you indulge in penetrative (vaginal and anal) and oral sex, condoms can be immensely useful in preventing both pregnancy and STDs (Sexually Transmitted Disease). It should also be noted that condoms are said to be 98 per cent effective in preventing pregnancy if they are used as per the instructions and are not removed or reused at any point of time.

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02/6It is QUITE possible to wear them incorrectly...

It is QUITE possible to wear them incorrectly...
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But. Yes, there is a but. Sex doesn’t always go as planned and we humans are messy beings. So, your protective barrier may slip, break or simply be ineffective because of the material it is made of. This is why it is understandable to have a lot of questions concerning the use of condoms, especially if you are gearing up to have sex for the very first time. Remember, while condoms may be one of the best forms of birth control, they are not foolproof. It is QUITE possible to wear them incorrectly (or not wearing them consistently) and when you do that, you up the chances of getting pregnant.

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03/6​Four things you should ensure while using a condom to avoid unplanned pregnancy:

​Four things you should ensure while using a condom to avoid unplanned pregnancy:
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1. Don’t wear the condom inside out

Pay attention whether the condom is slipping on the penis smoothly or you have to try to force it down. If it is the latter, chances are, you are putting on the condom inside out. In this case, remove the condom, discard it and use a new one properly. Yes, do not use a condom you have worn even once. This brings us to our second point.

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04/6​Do not reuse the condoms

​Do not reuse the condoms
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It is definitely NOT a good idea to either wash or reuse condoms, no matter how long or short is the duration of your sexual activity. Make it a habit to use a fresh condom every time you engage in sexual activity, even if you did not ejaculate earlier.

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05/6​Don’t wear the wrong size

​Don’t wear the wrong size
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Yes, pay attention if the condom is not fitting well. Condoms come in all shapes and sizes and it is important to purchase the right size for your dongle. If you use a smaller size, it may break during the action and a bigger size may simply slip off.

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06/6​Don’t use two condoms, they are more likely to break

​Don’t use two condoms, they are more likely to break
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We understand that you may feel that wearing two condoms can provide you ‘added protection’, but it is simply not the case. When you use protective barriers on top of each other, the friction may lead to breakage of the rubber. Our advice? Stick to one condom but wear it properly.

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