Condoms have been widely accepted as a contraceptive device that has worked almost flawlessly if you know how to use it properly. Anybody who knows how to read and follow instructions really wouldn't have a hard time about knowing what the proper way of wearing a condom should be.

Now you may already know this yourself, but condoms can be considered both as a godsend and the safest way to engage in sexual intercourse with an intimate friend of yours. Condoms, believe it or not, has actually saved tens and thousands of people from any unwanted illnesses and infections that they could contract through unprotected sex.

Putting on a rubber isn't taboo, and it certainly isn't “uncool.” Being educated about how to properly engage in sexual intercourse is the best way to avoid any accidents that might be coming your way. Don't ever forget though, that the best way to avoid any STDs or unwanted pregnancies is just by simply practicing abstinence with your partner. But if you certainly can't control yourself from your sexual urges, it's best to read further about condoms and why they are so important to sexually active individuals.

1. Don't want any unwanted pregnancies? Then put that rubber on.

Having an unwanted and unplanned pregnancy could potentially be every teenager's worst nightmare. Having a child at such a tender age is asking for an entire life of hardships and problems. After all, how do you expect to support a family when you're still just in high school?

If you don't want to get into a sticky situation such as the last one you've just read, always wear a condom if you plan to have sexual relations and if you don't plan to have a child with your partner. With all the casual sex that's going on with both adults and young adults, having a condom will really decrease your chances of having an unwanted pregnancy. And for couples that aren't wed, seriously do think about putting on a condom the next time you do the nasty.

2. Avoid contracting sexually transmitted diseases by getting some protection.

Again, just like unwanted or unplanned pregnancies, the best way to avoid contracting STDs would still be abstinence. But if you find yourself in a situation where you just most certainly can't refuse a pass at you and that you think it might lead to something more than just dinner and a few drinks, it's best to be prepared with a condom or two to make sure that you will have some form of protection if ever you and your date decide to take things to another level.

One mistake people make is that they think having sexual intercourse without condoms is downright more pleasurable and enjoyable for both the male and female participants. Sure this may be true, but are you actually willing to risk yourself further of possibly contracting sexually transmitted diseases that could potentially scar you for life? Condoms come really cheap no matter where you choose to buy it. Why not just grab a pair to be safe?