What exactly is a condom you ask?
Great question and the answer could save your life. A condom is a barrier method and protects you from sexually-transmitted diseases. Did you know that condoms are the ONLY form of protection that can both help to stop the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases and prevent pregnancy? This is why it's important to use them. And here your parents had you thinking it was an "adult" water balloon.
How's it work?
Another great question! The condom works by keeping semen and sperm from entering the vagina. Even if you're under 18, you can still go to the store and buy condoms. There is no age limit.
Now peers, I know that we've always been told that it's important to use condoms, but no one really ever tells us where and how to access them. Don't you think that's something that we should know about too? I do, which is why I'm about to explain how and where to get them!
The first thing you should know about getting condoms is that it's easy.
There's no need to be embarrassed or stressed out about it. It's simply something that you have to do if you want to protect your body.
Think about this; if you're not ready to buy condoms to protect yourself and your partner, are you really ready to have sex? If you can't do the first step, then don't think about getting past first base.
Still interested? Read part 2 of Natalie's blog where she shares how to get condoms!