February was National Condom Month, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t emphasize the importance of condoms all day, everyday. In honor of the month gone by I figured I would put together a list of condom myths to bust.

1. It doesn’t fit: He could either claim the condom’s to big , or its too small.  For the former there are specially sized condoms so they don’t slip off. For the one’s that say it won’t fit, you can demonstrate to them by getting a large size condom, and making him stick his fist in it…myth dispelled.

2. It doesn’t feel as good: A. Get some ribbed ones for the girls. B. Guys, condoms now come with ultra-thin latex for a reason…get some!

3. I’ll pull out: Ok, if anyone ever suggests this option…they’re too dumb to sleep with…no seriously. Fluids escape during sex, even pre-ejaculation. You must be trying to get pregnant, or STDs with this method.

4. Double-bagging (wearing two condoms): This will only increase friction, and cause the condom to break. One is enough as long as you put it on properly.

5. Religion stops me from using a condom: Your religion is probably also against hurting others by spreading disease. Your religion
should also probably stop you from having pre-marital sex… heard of abstinence? I’m just saying.

6. Condoms are expensive: I can name a few more things that are more expensive, like child support, doctor’s visits, and AIDS/STD meds. Smarten up!

7. It’s a mood killer: My mom always said practice makes perfect. Practice enough, and you can get condom application down to 15
seconds. If the mood is gone after that period of time, it’s the universe’s way of telling you: it wouldn’t have been worth it anyways.

8. Guys are responsible for bringing the condoms: Ladies, ladies, please, what year are we living in? Not only should you come with
protection, but be prepared to put it on as well. Don’t put your life in the hands of someone else.

9. Suggesting condoms is offensive: Not as offensive as giving someone an STI.

10. Latex allergies: Now this is very possible, but thankfully condom manufacturers are mindful of this. Select a brand made from
polyurethane, and stop trying to find ways around using proper protection.

Let’s make every month National Condom Month, by wrapping it up everytime, unless you’re trying to go half on a baby, or share in your
partner’s possible STIs.

This is a guest post by Nosarieme Garrick

A product of around the globe, but loudly repping Nigeria, Nosarieme Garrick is a writer, and entrepreneur seeking to do her part in bringing some peace to this crazy world.