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Condoms are a contraceptive method that guarantees 98% effectiveness, but even so, this estimate depends on some precautions that the couple must take when using it. Getting pregnant with a condom is one of the most common reports among women and to avoid this type of occurrence it is important to follow some steps to ensure safety during sexual intercourse.
Tips to Avoid the Risk of Getting Pregnant
Product Quality – Here in Brazil, it is important that when buying a condom, pay attention if there is an INMETRO quality seal. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the validity of the condom, if there is any sign of damage on the packaging, and in these cases, the ideal is to discard the use of the product.
Storage – Storing the product in ventilated places, free from humidity and away from the sun’s rays is the best option. Heat is capable of damaging the latex.
In Case of Any Problem – In case of any problem when handling condoms, the ideal is to discard the use of the product and exchange for a new one. The envelope must be opened only at the time of use.
The correct size condom – The ideal is that the condom fits perfectly to the penis, for this, the correct size should be used.
Introduction to the Penis – With the penis erect, the condom should be placed on the glans (tip of the penis), taking care to hold the tip of the product to avoid air storage. Then, the condom must be unrolled to the base of the penis and if it does not slide naturally, it is a sign that it is being placed on the opposite side. When the condom is placed in the right way, there will be a small gap at the tip of the penis without any sign of air.
Lubricants – If even with the lubrication of the condom itself, the couple feels the need for more lubrication, the ideal is that water-based products are used, because depending on the lubricant , there may be damage to the latex of the condom.
After Sexual Intercourse – After ejaculation, the ideal is not to wait for the penis to lose its erection to be removed from the vagina. If this occurs, there is a risk that the sperm will run down the sides, another problem that can occur in these cases, is the condom shrinking and getting lost inside the vaginal canal.
What if the condom breaks? – Pregnancy with a condom usually occurs in cases where the product bursts and the couple does not notice or in cases where it bursts, but the couple does not take the necessary measures. If the condom breaks before ejaculation, the ideal is for the man to remove the penis, wash it and the same should happen to the woman, and then another condom should be used. If this is done, the risk of pregnancy is very low. But if the condom breaks at the moment or shortly after ejaculation, ideally, an emergency method of contraception should be used, as is the case with the morning-after pill .
Condoms since the beginning of sexual intercourse – Many couples make the mistake of starting sexual intercourse only after putting on a condom, which can generate the risk of pregnancy. Incidentally, some occurrences such as lubrication of the penis ( seminal fluid ) before ejaculation can also increase the risks of pregnancy.
Care Before Even Ejaculation
Many women who claim ‘I got pregnant using a condom’ generally share the same reports. Usually the couple started the sexual act before and only afterwards put on the condom.
The seminal fluid that lubricates the penis before ejaculation does not contain sperm, but the risk can occur if: the man has a brief ejaculation (when the man can let out small jets of ejaculation) and if there is the presence of sperm even before ejaculation in the penile canal (when leaving, the seminal fluid could bring some sperm present in the penile canal of a previous ejaculation).
Getting pregnant using condoms can occur and the ideal is for the couple to be aware of these tips that can guarantee the promised effectiveness of this contraceptive medium.
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My name is Dr. Alexis Hart I am 38 years old, I am the mother of 3 beautiful children! Different ages, different phases 16 years, 12 years and 7 years. In love with motherhood since always, I found it difficult to make my dreams come true, and also some more after I was already a mother.
Since I imagined myself as a mother, in my thoughts everything seemed to be much easier and simpler than it really was, I expected to get pregnant as soon as I wished, but it wasn’t that simple. The first pregnancy was smooth, but my daughter’s birth was very troubled. Joana was born in 2002 with a weight of 2930kg and 45cm, from a very peaceful cesarean delivery but she had already been born with congenital pneumonia due to a broken bag not treated with antibiotics even before delivery.
