The female condom is an alternative to the male condom. Since it has the same level of effectiveness, it allows women to stop being dependent on their partner to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.

Questions about the female condom
1. How is it inserted?

It consists of two rings, one at the closed end and one at the open end. To insert it correctly, you should consider the following:

The inner ring must be placed over the cervix . To do this, insert the closed end into your vagina and push it until it reaches the cervix.
The outer ring covers the vulva , which is why you should not insert it into your vagina. Make sure it protrudes about an inch.
2. How do you remove the female condom?
To remove it, find the outer ring, squeeze it, bend it and gently pull it. It is important not to use female condoms again; you have to use a new one every time you have sex. Also remember that you can not throw them in the toilet. Instead, throw them in the trash.

3. What are the benefits of the female condom?

• Protects against sexually transmitted diseases.
• Protects against unwanted pregnancies.
• It does not require a prescription.
• It is affordable and not too difficult to find.
• Since it is a non-hormonal method of contraception , it has very few side effects.
• This allows women to have control over their sexual health, since they do not have to rely on male condoms.
• The penis does not have to be erect, and you can insert a female condom up to eight hours before you have sex.
• You can use it during menstruation and when you are pregnant.
• It is easy to insert and remove.