Different Ways To Have Safe Sex With Your Partner(s) For Teenage Girls And Young Adult Women

It's getting hot in here, so take off all your clothes—before you get carried away, let's talk about the importance of having safe sex.

It's time to get down and dirty! Things are heating up and you want to have some fun! 

Having safe sex is important to keep yourself and others safe. By having safe sex, you can protect yourself and others from contracting several sexual diseases. It can also prevent unwanted pregnancies and infections. 

Participating in sexual intercourse can be a fun and pleasurable experience, but it's also important to inform yourself about the risks associated with having unsafe sex. 

Here are different ways to have safe sex with your partner(s) for teenage girls and young adult women: 

1. Wear Condoms To Practice Safe Sex And Prevent Pregnancies 

Wearing condoms is an easy and helpful way to practice safe sex. Not only are condoms affordable, but they can also prevent yourself and others from contracting sexually transmitted diseases. Wearing condoms can also prevent unwanted pregnancies and infections. Therefore, it is important to bring a condom whenever you plan on having sex. 

Wearing condoms can prevent you from contracting sexual diseases such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, HIV, Trichonamis, and other sexual infections such as genital warts and herpes. 

To add on, you can purchase condoms at a local drug or grocery store. Condoms usually range from being free to costing a couple of bucks.

There are condoms made for both men and women, whatever you decide to choose is entirely up to you and your partner(s). 

You also shouldn't let anyone persuade you into not wearing a condom; especially if you really want to wear one. If someone doesn't respect your needs for wanting to wear a condom during sex, you should take into consideration whether or not you want to sleep with that person.

There are also people that intentionally poke holes into condoms and secretly take them off while they are being intimate with you. Condoms can also break which is pretty rare if the correct size is used. Therefore, you should watch out for these behaviors and take action. 

Unless you and your partner(s) have agreed not to wrap up, that's a decision that should be made between you and your partner(s). 

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2. Use Different Forms Of Birth Control To Practice Safe Sex and Prevent Unwanted Pregnancies 

Using different forms of birth control is a great way to practice safe sex and prevent unwanted pregnancies when having sexual intercourse. According to Webmb.com, taking birth control is about 99% effective if taken correctly if you are sexually active. 

The different forms of birth control include an IUD, an implant, a patch, a contraceptive injection, and oral contraceptives. Whatever type of birth control you decide to use is entirely up to you. 

However, birth control works differently for every person. One form of birth control may work better for another person than it will for you. That's why it is important to pay attention to the way your body responds to birth control, hence there are many symptoms that are associated with it. 

To add on, you can also wear a condom and use birth control if you and your partner(s) want to be cautious. 

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3. Use Flavored Condoms To Practice Safe Oral Sex 

I know this may sound odd, but there are condoms that exist for oral sex purposes. It can spice up your oral sex life by using flavored oral condoms. Flavored condoms come in flavors such as strawberry, banana, bubblegum, chocolate, and other exotic flavors. According to Healthline.com wearing flavored condoms helps mask the taste of the latex and makes oral sex more enjoyable. 

Wearing oral condoms can also prevent the transmission of sexual diseases such as Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, HIV, and other sexual diseases. 

If you want to protect yourself and your partner(s), you should wear oral condoms. If you and your partner(s) decided not to wear oral condoms, it is something for the both of you to agree upon. 

use flavored oral condoms for safe sex

4. Limit The Amount Of Partners You Are Involved Sexually With

As your own person, it is important for you to decide how many people you decide to have sex with. Whether it's three, four, five, or even six, it is entirely up to you and what you feel comfortable with doing. Therefore, if you have more than one partner, it is important to practice safe sex to prevent the transmission of sexual diseases from one partner to another. 

However, several websites recommend you should limit the number of partners you decide to have sex with. Some suggest you should only have sex with one person. 

On the other hand, you should have sexual intercourse with whoever you please. As long as you practice safe sex with all of your partners, there is no need to feel unsafe when having sex. You do not have to be in a monogamous relationship to practice safe sex. 

Even though it is recommended that you have sex with one person, it is still possible to contract sexual diseases from that one person. Keep that in mind. 

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5. Sanitize Sex Toys To Practice Safe Sex 

Cleaning sex toys is a good way to practice safe sex to prevent the spread of infections. There are sex toys such as vibrators that can provide you with the pleasure and fun you are looking for. Whatever sex toy you decide to use is up to you and your partner(s). You can also use sex toys for masturbation as well. 

Using sex toys is awesome because you cannot get pregnant with them; however, if you don't clean your sex toys beforehand, it can also spread sexual infections from previous partners that have used the sex toys if they haven't cleaned them. Therefore, it is important to keep your sex toys clean after every sexual act and you can use condoms on the sex toys as well. 

Sex toys are also affordable and require you to be of a certain age in order to purchase them. 

use sex toys to practice safe sex

6. Communicate About Safe Sex Practices With Your Partner(s)

Communication is key when it involves having safe sex. Ensuring the safety of your partner(s) is important to know when communicating with them. From there, the both of you can decide which safe sex option works best for the both of you. 

It is also important to communicate about your partner(s) sexual history such as how many other partners they are having sex with and if they are getting check-ups regularly for sexually transmitted diseases. From there, you can decide how you would like to approach things moving forward regarding sexual acts.

You should also be honest with your partner(s) about your sexual history and check-ups as well. 

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To sum things up, it is important to practice safe sex with your partner(s) to protect yourself and others from contracting sexually transmitted diseases, unwanted pregnancies, sexual infections, and other issues. 

No matter how many partners you have, or what sexual acts you decide to perform, it is important to keep yourself safe. 

However, if you have contracted an STD(s) in the past, there is no need to worry. Sometimes, the unexpected happens, and that is okay. That's why it is important to remain cautious, communicate, and have check-ups regularly for any sexual infections. 

Remember to be safe while having sex and have as much fun as you want!

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NeonPulse101 commented NeonPulse101 3 years ago

The focus on communication is spot on

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AaliyahX commented AaliyahX 3 years ago

Really important information presented clearly

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GriffinS commented GriffinS 3 years ago

Should include more about sexual health resources

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Hannah24 commented Hannah24 3 years ago

This kind of education makes such a difference

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JohnSmith commented JohnSmith 3 years ago

Love how it addresses common misconceptions

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KaitlynHarris commented KaitlynHarris 3 years ago

Very thorough coverage of safety basics

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ElaraX commented ElaraX 3 years ago

The emphasis on personal responsibility is great

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GiselleH commented GiselleH 3 years ago

Would be good to add resources for additional information

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OliveM commented OliveM 3 years ago

Great balance of information and encouragement

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Azalea99 commented Azalea99 3 years ago

Useful info about protection options

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Rosalind_Song commented Rosalind_Song 3 years ago

The section about STI stigma is so important

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Peyton commented Peyton 3 years ago

Really practical advice about safer sex practices

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This should be more widely shared

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Important point about regular testing even in monogamous relationships

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Charlotte commented Charlotte 3 years ago

The partner communication section really resonated with me

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LucasParker commented LucasParker 3 years ago

Good info about cost considerations

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StellaGomez commented StellaGomez 3 years ago

Should mention more about consent throughout

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Irene_Spring commented Irene_Spring 3 years ago

Appreciate the emphasis on personal choice

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TimeSeekerX commented TimeSeekerX 3 years ago

These guidelines are really practical and straightforward

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DaniellaJ commented DaniellaJ 3 years ago

Nice to see both physical and emotional safety addressed

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Nova_Sunset commented Nova_Sunset 3 years ago

The part about partner honesty is crucial

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Fleming_Feature commented Fleming_Feature 3 years ago

Maybe add something about alcohol affecting decision-making?

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EdenB commented EdenB 3 years ago

This would be great info for college orientation programs

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Kalb_Chronicle commented Kalb_Chronicle 3 years ago

Helpful reminder about storing condoms properly

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NoraX commented NoraX 3 years ago

Good point about checking condom sizes. That's often overlooked

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Should mention that some places offer free testing

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BridgetM commented BridgetM 3 years ago

The communication tips are really practical

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Zen_And_Tonic_11 commented Zen_And_Tonic_11 3 years ago

Love how this emphasizes that safe sex can still be fun sex

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ChelseaB commented ChelseaB 3 years ago

Important to mention that perfect use vs typical use effectiveness rates are different

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Serena_Mystic commented Serena_Mystic 3 years ago

The section about birth control options could be more detailed

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Aubrey_Flower commented Aubrey_Flower 3 years ago

Great reminder about regular check-ups

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Aubrey_Gray commented Aubrey_Gray 3 years ago

We definitely need more open discussions like this

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ElianaJ commented ElianaJ 3 years ago

Appreciate the non-judgmental tone throughout the article

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EthanHarris commented EthanHarris 3 years ago

This should be required reading for everyone

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Alicia_Fantasy commented Alicia_Fantasy 3 years ago

The part about sex toy safety was eye-opening

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Emersyn99 commented Emersyn99 3 years ago

Very practical advice about keeping condoms accessible

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PhoebeH commented PhoebeH 3 years ago

Could use more info about symptoms to watch out for

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Really good point about watching partner reactions when discussing protection

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Lemon_Live commented Lemon_Live 3 years ago

This should mention that some STIs can be transmitted even with condom use

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Erica-Ball commented Erica-Ball 3 years ago

Anyone else think the flavored condoms part was surprisingly informative?

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MidnightWarrior commented MidnightWarrior 3 years ago

The advice about regular testing is spot on. Better safe than sorry

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BurningSoul commented BurningSoul 3 years ago

Agreed about medication interactions. My antibiotics once made my birth control less effective

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HyggeLifestyle commented HyggeLifestyle 3 years ago

The section about communication could be longer. That's really the foundation of everything

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Important to note that some medications can affect birth control effectiveness

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OwenMitchell commented OwenMitchell 3 years ago

Love how this emphasizes personal choice while still promoting safety

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AliceGrant commented AliceGrant 3 years ago

This should mention PrEP for HIV prevention too

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Gabriel_59 commented Gabriel_59 3 years ago

Wish more people understood that STI testing should be regular, not just when symptoms show up

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Kit_Commentary commented Kit_Commentary 3 years ago

The part about respecting boundaries is so important. No means no

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MelissaCreates commented MelissaCreates 3 years ago

Anyone else think schools should be teaching this stuff?

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Lang_Ledger commented Lang_Ledger 3 years ago

Good info but maybe should mention emergency contraception options too

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Really appreciate how this doesn't assume everyone's in a heterosexual relationship

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The advice about watching out for tampered condoms is scary but necessary

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Poniewozik_Post commented Poniewozik_Post 3 years ago

Can we talk about how expensive birth control can be though? That's a real barrier for some people

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It's refreshing to see an article that doesn't shame people for having multiple partners

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ThriveWithJoy commented ThriveWithJoy 3 years ago

I learned the hard way about checking expiration dates on condoms. Should probably mention that

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Hayden-Ford commented Hayden-Ford 3 years ago

The part about not letting anyone pressure you about condoms needs to be louder

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Sasha_McCoy commented Sasha_McCoy 4 years ago

Maybe add something about getting vaccinated for HPV? That's pretty important too

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NeonProphetX commented NeonProphetX 4 years ago

Interesting point about monogamy not guaranteeing safety. Really makes you think

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MindfulMovement commented MindfulMovement 4 years ago

Just want to point out that IUDs can be great for people who struggle to remember daily pills

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Oliver_Opinion commented Oliver_Opinion 4 years ago

Love how sex-positive this is while still emphasizing safety

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Clara_Bailey commented Clara_Bailey 4 years ago

This would have been so helpful when I was younger. Sharing it with my little sister

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JoelleM commented JoelleM 4 years ago

The section about cleaning sex toys is super important. Lots of people overlook that

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Kind of concerning how many people I know who skip condoms just because they're on birth control

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Liana-Wright commented Liana-Wright 4 years ago

I never knew about condoms breaking being rare with the right size. That's actually really reassuring

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MeadowS commented MeadowS 4 years ago

The communication section is spot on. If you can't talk about it, you probably shouldn't be doing it

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SavannahB commented SavannahB 4 years ago

True about birth control working differently for everyone. Took me three tries to find the right one

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April-Moody commented April-Moody 4 years ago

Honestly shocked by how many of my friends don't know about regular STI testing. This should be common knowledge

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Everly_J commented Everly_J 4 years ago

Good article but I think it should mention dental dams too

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Tapper_Talk commented Tapper_Talk 4 years ago

The point about one partner not necessarily being safer is so true. My friend got chlamydia from her first and only boyfriend

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Hope99 commented Hope99 4 years ago

I'm glad this addresses that having an STI isn't the end of the world. The stigma around it can be really harmful

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PenelopeXo commented PenelopeXo 4 years ago

Does anyone else feel like the article downplays the emotional aspects of having multiple partners? It's not just about physical safety

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GraceMiller commented GraceMiller 4 years ago

The birth control section could have gone into more detail about side effects. I had terrible reactions to some methods before finding what worked for me

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MindfulMoves commented MindfulMoves 4 years ago

My doctor never mentioned using condoms with sex toys. That's really useful information

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Aria_Sky92 commented Aria_Sky92 4 years ago

Important reminder about checking condoms for tampering. Scary but necessary to know about

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CalebNguyen commented CalebNguyen 4 years ago

Let's be real though, it can be really awkward bringing up STI testing with a new partner. Any tips on making that conversation less uncomfortable?

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SynthFutureX commented SynthFutureX 4 years ago

Wish my high school sex ed was this thorough honestly

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The flavored condoms section was informative! I had no idea they served an actual safety purpose beyond just taste

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Actually disagree about the recommended number of partners part. As long as everyone's being safe and getting tested regularly, that number is totally personal

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VibrantEclipse commented VibrantEclipse 4 years ago

I really appreciate how comprehensive this article is about safe sex practices. The part about communicating with partners is especially important

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