How to use a condom
admin 2019-09-06T14:08:03+00:00Condoms are a barrier method of contraception - they prevent the transfer of bodily fluids. A barrier method of contraception uses a physical barrier to prevent the sperm from getting to the egg. It also [...]
How to use an internal condom
admin 2019-09-06T14:11:55+00:00Contraception or birth control comes in many different forms and methods, but they are all similar in that they are used to prevent pregnancy occurring as a result of having sex. There are many different forms of contraception, it [...]
How to deal with period pains…
admin 2017-01-17T15:06:31+00:00Some things that help to alleviate period pains and cramps: Lying down, some women prefer to lie on their side and curl up Gently rubbing your tummy Mild exercise and light stretching Taking painkillers which contain ibuprofen - your [...]
How to decide between sanitary pads or tampons
admin 2017-01-17T15:05:34+00:00Some people prefer tampons, some prefer pads. It is up to you to decide which suits you best. Some women would switch between using tampons during the day, or if they were doing any physical activity, and then use pads [...]
How to decide on what form of contraception to use…
admin 2020-05-12T10:37:04+00:00There are many different methods of contraception currently available in Ireland. The type that works best for you will depend on your health and circumstances. There are three different categories of contraceptives: barrier methods, hormonal methods and non-hormonal methods. [...]
How to ask for hormonal contraception, i.e. the pill, the bar etc…
admin 2020-05-12T10:38:19+00:00If you are 16 years or over, you can go to your doctor or to the family planning clinic to ask to go on a hormonal type of contraception. If you are 15 or younger, you will need consent [...]
How to ask for condoms in the shop
admin 2017-01-17T14:57:24+00:00Unlike hormonal forms of contraception, there is no legal age limit to buying condoms in Ireland. However, shops do have the right to refuse to sell you anything, so if a very young person was to buy condoms, understandably [...]
How to decide what condoms to use
admin 2020-05-12T10:39:27+00:00Condoms that you find in most Irish pharmacies are designed to fit the average penis size in Ireland: 5.1 inches when erect (hard). It is important that you know what size condom suits you. The condom should fit snugly [...]
How to use a tampon
admin 2020-05-12T10:40:56+00:00You might feel a bit nervous the very first time you use a tampon, but don’t worry, that's normal! It can be especially nervy if you are not fully sure about how to use a tampon properly. Read on [...]