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Ages & Stages

No Condom, No Sex

The latex condom is the only form of birth control that provides protection against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. While not infallible, using a prophylactic correctly is much safer than not using one. Using a condom faithfully, however, can be complicated due to peer pressure.

To view a table of frequently used excuses why not to use a condom and the appropriate response your teen can use, click here.

Last Updated
11/2/2009
Source
Caring for Your Teenager (Copyright © 2003 American Academy of Pediatrics)
The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.
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