{"id":26619,"date":"2023-06-14T13:33:38","date_gmt":"2023-06-14T12:33:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/?p=26619"},"modified":"2024-08-15T15:15:48","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T14:15:48","slug":"6-questions-about-safe-sex-answered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/lifestyle\/sexual-health\/6-questions-about-safe-sex-answered\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Questions About Safe Sex: Answered"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">Look, we know you&#8217;re an experienced lot, but it doesn&#8217;t hurt to brush up on the basics about safe sex! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve scoured the internet for your top questions on safe sex, whether you&#8217;re curious about condoms or anxious about anal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, read on and find out how to keep your sex life safe and satisfying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>How Do I Have Safe Sex?<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use protection! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Condoms<\/a> are the common go-to, but you might prefer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/what-are-dental-dams-906812?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex#toc-how-to-use\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dental dams<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health-news\/new-underwear-that-guards-against-stis-during-oral-sex-gets-fda-approval?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">latex underwear<\/a> specially designed for oral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/cks.nice.org.uk\/topics\/contraception-barrier-methods-spermicides\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">barrier methods<\/a>&#8221; of contraception, and are the only form of protection that prevent most STIs and bacterial infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As well as size, there&#8217;re lots of different kinds of condoms; thin, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/flavoured-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flavoured<\/a>, extra safe, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/delay-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">delay<\/a>, warming, dotted and ribbed. There&#8217;s no excuse not to use one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just to be on the safe side (badumtsh), let&#8217;s quickly go over how to use a condom:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/sensation-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" data-attachment-id=\"26788\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/lifestyle\/sexual-health\/6-questions-about-safe-sex-answered\/attachment\/cm58\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,1000\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"CM58\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?fit=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bondara Sex Toys Blog - 6 Questions About Safe Sex: Sensation Condoms\" class=\"wp-image-26788\" style=\"width:226px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM58.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/sensation-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sensation Condoms<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carefully tear open the packet, DO NOT use your teeth, this risks damaging the condom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the right way around, pinch the tip to remove air and prevent splitting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull back your foreskin (if you have one), place the condom over the tip and unroll go down the shaft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During sex, check nothing has slipped or broken. Replace or stop if so.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After ejaculating, hold the base firmly as you withdraw BEFORE going soft. Tie off or wrap in tissue and throw it<strong> in the bin<\/strong>, NOT down the loo.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\t<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-gif aligncenter\">\n\t\t<figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-gif-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:100%\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<iframe src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/fxMox6NtreBcbv6bpD\" title=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/sex-sextoys-sexspielzeug-fxMox6NtreBcbv6bpD\"><\/iframe>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>Why Did The Condom Break?<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Condoms are stress tested to survive even the most rigorous session. Splitting, breaking, or tearing are usually the result of incorrect use or ignoring instructions. Here&#8217;s the most common reasons why they break:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bad Fit: <\/strong>Make sure you get the right fit! Condoms that are too big or small are likely to slip or split. Sizes are on the packaging, or you can try this <a href=\"https:\/\/condommonologues.com\/condom-size-calculator\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">condom size calculator<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It&#8217;s Expired: <\/strong>Yes, condoms have expiry dates. Generally, their shelf life is 3-5 years, so don&#8217;t panic yet, but always check the packet before use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Poor Storage: <\/strong>Do you keep a condom in your wallet? You&#8217;re risking it being damaged by friction and heat. Keep your condoms away from hot cars and direct sunlight too!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not Put On Correctly<\/strong>: Did you remember to pinch the tip? Rushing leads to accidents. Don&#8217;t put one on in the dark either!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wrong Lube<\/strong>: Only use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/lubricants\/water-based-lubes?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">water-based lubricant<\/a>. Oil or silicone-based lubes can degrade condoms, same for vaseline, baby oil, and moisturisers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Doubling Up: <\/strong>Never wear more than one condom at a time; friction between layers makes ripping more likely. If you&#8217;re worried about safety, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/extra-safe-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">extra safe condoms<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>Is Anal Sex Safe?<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! With a condom. <em>Butt <\/em>you can make it safer following these tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use lube<\/strong> to prevent micro tears that could leave you or your partner exposed to bacteria. And yes, condom-safe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/slip-n-slide-anal-water-based-lubricant-200ml?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anal water-based lube<\/a> exists!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anal sex requires <strong>more preparation<\/strong> than vaginal sex, and a proper warm-up helps protect against harm. For more detailed instructions, read our post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/lifestyle\/sex-tips\/how-to-have-anal-sex-for-the-first-time\/?trashed=1&amp;ids=13722\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anal sex<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A normal bowel movement and a <strong>thorough clean<\/strong> is ideal, you don&#8217;t have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-toys\/anal-toys\/anal-douches-enemas?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">douche<\/a> (unless you want to).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t swap<\/strong> between anal and oral or vaginal without cleaning yourself, or changing condoms. This goes for toys too!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/anal-sex-aids\/anal-lubes-relaxants?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/media\/products\/00312571-29d3-4d08-bbed-f6c03640712d\/fce3188c-ddd1-4462-9345-11d17e11821e\/c\/bs93-large.jpg?w=800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bondara Sex Toys Blog - 6 Questions About Safe Sex: Answered - Slip N' Slide Anal Water-Based Lubricant\" style=\"width:226px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/anal-sex-aids\/anal-lubes-relaxants?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anal Lubes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>I&#8217;m Safe If It&#8217;s Just Toys, Right?<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/sex-toy-cleaner-batteries\/sex-toy-cleaner?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/media\/products\/6b06e141-2bb5-4c2f-bde9-f41056cdf7bb\/b98f324d-bafc-4892-9e67-c625875e3cfa\/c\/cq86-large.jpg?w=800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bondara Sex Toys Blog - 6 Questions About Safe Sex: Answered - Wet N' Wash Antibacterial Toy Cleaner\" style=\"width:226px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/sex-toy-cleaner-batteries\/sex-toy-cleaner?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sex Toy Cleaner<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WRONG. Unless you&#8217;re using a condom or other barrier, sharing your toys can spread STIs and bacteria just as much as a body part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/lifestyle\/sexual-health\/sex-toy-care-top-tips-with-bondara\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sex toy care top tips<\/a> to keep your toys clean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/sex-toy-cleaner-batteries\/sex-toy-storage?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/media\/products\/e98ea340-69ef-4342-a791-06b62bd8730b\/81a02442-f82f-48b6-8129-4294c663afbd\/c\/hg99-large.jpg?w=800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bondara Sex Toys Blog - 6 Questions About Safe Sex: Answered - UV Sex Toy Sanitising Pouch And Storage Bag\" style=\"width:226px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/sex-toy-cleaner-batteries\/sex-toy-storage?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sex Toy Storage<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>Help, It Burns! What Do I Do??<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re not doctors, please don&#8217;t ask us. If you think you have an STI or infection, GO. TO. A. DOCTOR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t put it off, don&#8217;t risk it spreading &#8211; find your local <strong>sexual health clinic<\/strong> using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/service-search\/sexual-health\/find-a-sexual-health-clinic?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\">NHS website<\/a> or use a service like <a href=\"https:\/\/sh24.org.uk\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SH:24<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t have to wait for symptoms before having a checkup. Once every six months or testing with each new partner is good practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/bulk-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" data-attachment-id=\"26801\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/lifestyle\/sexual-health\/6-questions-about-safe-sex-answered\/attachment\/cm53\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,1000\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"CM53\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?fit=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bondara Sex Toys Blog - 6 Questions About Safe Sex: Answered - Skins Ultra Thin Condoms Saver Bundle \/\/ Skins Ultra Thin Condoms - 12 Pack\" class=\"wp-image-26801\" style=\"width:226px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bondara.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CM53.jpg?resize=250%2C250&amp;ssl=1 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bondara.co.uk\/sex-aids-lubes-fun\/condoms\/bulk-condoms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=6_questions_safe_sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bulk Condoms<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><sup>Anything Else?<\/sup><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, you&#8217;ve got protection sorted and clean test results, what more is there to satisfying safe sex?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be Prepared &#8211; This means practising <strong>good hygiene<\/strong> and stocking up on lube and condoms. Getting caught short isn&#8217;t sexy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wetter Is Better &#8211; No matter how or who you&#8217;re having sex with, <strong>use lube<\/strong>! 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