Ideal Bite

I noticed those listed are all latex. What are some alternatives for we who are allergic to latex?

Quick addendum: Sheer Glyde Dams are not female condoms. There are latex barriers for giving oral pleasure to a vagina or anus. Female condoms are a different "animal" all together.

Biodegradable and vegan condoms?!?! What WILL they think of next! However, despite what the W.H.O. says about Nonoxynol-9, if I were sexually active, I would want my partner to use a condom WITH the stuff, just to be on the safe side. After all, no form of birth control is 100% foolproof, and condoms CAN break, so at least with Nonoxynol-9, the little swimmers can meet their demise before they can do any damage. Anyway, I'm personally of the belief that, unless you're PLANNING to get pregnant, try to find something more constructive to do, like, oh, I don't know, go for a walk or to the gym, than have sex when you have some free time on your hands.

Wow, Linda, you must be a lot of fun at parties with that kind of leisure-time advice. But I do agree with you on the spermicide- unless you're taking birth control, something should be done if you don't want to get pregnant.

Dang! I didn't know that many condoms aren't vegan. I happen to be vegan. Does anyone know of other condoms (especially popular, easy-to-find brands) that are vegan besides the one brand listed in the tip? Thank you.

Where can I find more info about the dangers of nonoxynol-9? It's used (in pretty large quantities) in the Today Sponge, which I use.

Hey Rebecca, just try googling it. Nonoxyl-9 is nasty nasty stuff that can actually raise your likely hood of contracting STIs/STDs. It is highly irritating and causes itty bitty lacerations on the vulva and vaginal wall, thus increasing dryness and possible condom breakage. Then when condom tears, fluids pass into lacerations. And, well, you get the picture. And I learned that in a sex ed class. Not even from a natural junkie either. You'd think since it is in/on so many things (I once saw an analgesic rub w/it in there) that it would be safer, right?

Veronica i was wondering the same .. what about latex allergies? , what about the natural skins or are those no longer considered safe nor being made ? sorry older here and not 'active' at the present time .. haha

"natural skins" are still around BUT they are only approved as a BC method. they are NOT safe for preventing the spread of STIs because they are very porous (thankfully though the pores are too tiny for the spermies. just a random thought but what about natural family planning methods (such as tracking your cycle using cervical mucus)? yeah they require a bit of discipline, but you can't get much more eco than that.

Heather, you rock! I had a laugh when you said: ..."Best BC? The kid sitting behind you on a red-eye flight, screaming, and kicking the back of your seat...." You are right: I have got two daughters and trust me it takes someone with his/her head on their shoulder and a coooooooooooool attitude to make it as a parent. It IS the hardest job. I should know as, on top of my website that I do everyday, I am currently a full time Mister Mom! PER CHILD you must give love, clothing, safety, security, good health, education and entertaining, social/work techniques with values to give them also a chance to make it in life...Mmmmm...I do not see many big families in the next decades to come. Have a great day! Pascal