How to Use Condoms
·  Condoms come in different sizes. Try out a few different brands to see which one you like best.
·  Be sure to get lubricated latex condoms with a reservoir tip. Lubricated condoms offer better protection because they go on your penis and into the vagina or anus more easily. Latex condoms provide protection against STIs. Natural membrane condoms are not recommended because HIV may pass through them. Novelty condoms are not recommended for oral sex, vaginal and anal intercourse.
·  Always check the expiry date on the condom package or box. Don’t use them if they are past their expiry date.
·  Store condoms in a cool dry place, like a handbag, drawer or loose pocket. Sunlight and heat can break down the latex in the condom. For
this reason, don’t keep them in the glove compartment in your car or in a back pocket wallet.
·  Lubricants can be used to increase sexual pleasure when added to the inside and outside of the condom. Also, condoms are less likely to break if a drop of water-based lubricant is added on the outside of the condom.When shopping for lubricants, look for water-based lubricants. Oil-based lubricants can break down latex condoms within seconds of use. Never use oil-based lubricants like vaseline, cooking oil, margarine, hand creams, or baby oil with your condom.
·  Many lubricated condoms contain a spermicide called nonoxynol-9.Some people are irritated by nonoxynol-9. If you have this problem, use another kind of lubricated condom without spermicide.
Just Before Sexual Intercourse:
·  Put the condom on the erect (hard) penis before it has any contact with your partner’s vagina, anus, or mouth.
·  Carefully unwrap the condom package and take out the condom.
·  You can put a drop of water-based lubricant inside the tip of the condom.
·  Be sure the “ring” of the condom is on the outside so that the condom will roll easily down the penis.
·  If you are not circumcised, be sure to pull back the foreskin before you put on the condom.
·  Pinch the reservoir tip at the top of the condom to remove all the air. If there is no reservoir tip pinch about ½ inch at the tip of the condom so the semen has a place to go.
·  Pinching the tip with one hand, roll the condom all the way down the erect penis with the other hand. If you like, ask your partner to do this part. Lubricate the outside of the condom.
·  If you have trouble rolling it down, check the “ring”—the condom may be upside-down. Throw it away and try again with another condom.

Just After Sexual Intercourse:
·  After you ejaculate, hold on to the bottom of the condom and pull out and away from your partner before your penis gets soft. If you leave the penis inside until it is soft your condom will leak.
·  Take the condom off away from your partner’s vagina or anus. Check to see if there were any tears or holes. Throw it away in the trash can. Do not flush condoms down the toilet.
·  Don't use the same condom more than once.
What are the advantages of male condoms?
·  They are easy to use once you learn how.
·  Condoms help protect against STIs including HIV.
·  Compared to most other methods of birth control, condoms do not cost a lot and are easy to get.
·  You only use them when you need them.
·  You can use the condom with other methods of birth control to lower the risk of STI’s and HIV and pregnancy.
·  Condoms are small and easy to carry.
What are the disadvantages of male condoms?
·  You must remember to have a condom with you every time you have sexual intercourse.
·  Some men find that condoms reduce sensation. Lubricants can be used to increase sensation.