Sexual Health Myths Busted - Donna's Diva Den

Sexual Health Myths Busted

  • Taking a shower or douching after sex DOES NOT prevent pregnancy.
  • Grinding and dry humping (sex motions with clothes on) DO NOT result in pregnancy.
  • Doubling up on condoms is WORSE; use only one condom every time you have sex.
  • Having sex in the pool DOES NOT prevent pregnancy.
  • WAIT to have sex or use a condom as back-up when you first start a contraception plan.
  • You CAN get pregnant every time you engage in vaginal sex, even if it is your first time.
  • You CAN get pregnant no matter WHAT position you and your partner are in.
  • If you have had unprotected sex while on your period you CAN get pregnant; however, if you have unprotected sex and have your period following that you are most likely not pregnant.
  • Sperm are really STRONG, and if the vaginal area is moist, sperm can “swim” up to the vagina.
  • You CAN contract HIV/AIDS and STIs if the penis gets into contact with razor bumps, and infected hair follicles.
  • There is a possibility that you are pregnant if you miss your period. However, there are other factors that play into the menstrual cycle.
  • If you initially put the condom on wrong, DISCARD the condom and use a new one.
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