How to Use a Female Condom

By Dawn Stacey M.Ed, LMHC, About.com Guide

Updated December 23, 2009

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Now, hold the female condom with the open end hanging down. Squeeze the inner ring (closed end) so that it becomes long and narrow. You can either:

• Pinch the inner ring by squeezing it between your thumb, index finger and middle finger (#1).


-OR-


• Place your index finger between your thumb and middle finger and then squeeze the inner ring (#2).

Both of these ways work, so choose the method that you find easier. Keep in mind, the female condom is extremely slippery from the lubricant, so take your time. It may take a couple of tries to insert it properly.

Previous

• The Female Condom
• Open and Prepare the Female Condom
• Before You Insert the Female Condom
• Squeeze the Inner Ring
• Insert the Female Condom
• Keep Inserting the Female Condom
• Position the Female Condom Properly
• After Sex

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