When it comes to using condoms, you probably have questions. And: Can sperm leak out the base of a condom? Yep, pretty sexy stuff. But it's OK to have those questions, because the more you know about how to use condoms, the more likely you are to use them correctly.

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Deciding to stop using condoms with your partner is a huge decision that should not be taken lightly. While there are a lot of risks associated with foregoing barrier protection, there may come a time when the two of you decide together that you are ready to take this step. Before you take it, you need to consider the risks and weigh them against the ways sex changes after you stop using condoms to decide if it's really the right choice for you. As someone who truly believes in the sexual empowerment of women, no option should be off the table — and yes, that even includes ditching protection. Personally, I wouldn't even consider it unless I were specifically trying to get pregnant, but that's my truth. So, we're going to talk about how sex changes when you stop using condoms. But before we dive into the good, the bad, and the, well, messy of it all, let's talk about the most important factor: readiness.
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So you had unprotected sex. Maybe you forgot about the whole condom thing in the heat of the moment, or maybe the condom slipped or broke. These things happen, and they can be scary AF. You might be worried about pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection STI or both. In the moments after unprotected sex, understandably you might be nervous about an STI or unplanned pregnancy. But it can help to focus on the actions you can take. It clears out the urethra, sweeping bacteria along with it. Drink water to encourage your need to go. You might have engaged in an afternoon delight, but unprotected sex often happens after dark. That means you may not have access to a pharmacy or your doc right away.
Before you ditch the latex, read this. You may not want a baby—at least not right now. But you've been part of a couple for a while, and you're both really tired of having to take that awkward break between foreplay and the main event to fumble around for a condom. In fact, it's becoming a serious buzzkill. When, you wonder, can we stop using them? The decision to ditch latex is different for every couple, and the right time to do it depends on many factors.