i recently saw a conversation with someone telling people that condoms shouldn't be required as you can simply go on meds if you get one and certain ones "aren't that bad" anyways. that society is simply scaring us into thinking we should be wary of STDs in order to make money off condoms.
anybody that says this is amazingly insane. we don't play without condoms EVER and we get checked just in case. they can be permanent and even life threatening if you contract that wrong one. it just amazes me when people try to tell people that condoms are stupid and that STDs "aren't that bad" sheesh. stop doing drugs eh?
anybody that says this is amazingly insane. we don't play without condoms EVER and we get checked just in case. they can be permanent and even life threatening if you contract that wrong one. it just amazes me when people try to tell people that condoms are stupid and that STDs "aren't that bad" sheesh. stop doing drugs eh?
getem kitty
totally agree our personal safety is paramount its not worth risking ours lives over
kim-dan & clandmjfun: exactly! 
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Abstinence: the most effective way to help prevent STD contraction and transmission.
Kim ?????? Just sayin
Good points, I think SLCWANDER put it well. Lets face it, swinging is risky behavior if you are trying no to catch STDs. So you wear a condom to minimize the risk....it does not eliminate it. It is like wearing a helmet riding a motorcycle.....99% of the time, you don't need it and they suck, but you wear it for that 1% of the time you do need it. And just like you could still end up dead in a motorcycle crash even with a helmet, you may very well catch something even with a condom.
So, don't ride motorcycles or have sex and you will have a very long and healthy (boring) life!!
So, don't ride motorcycles or have sex and you will have a very long and healthy (boring) life!!
STDs are overhyped in our society and most STDs are more of an annoyance than something that is dangerous. The stigma of contracting one is inappropriate. That being said, condoms are absolutely necessary in the lifestyle. If people didn't use them, then the incidence of transmission would go up dramatically and the probability of contracting a dangerous STD (HIV, Hep C, etc.) would increase. Condoms are the reason STDs aren't much, much more common.
Patlyn: I totally agree with use of condoms but I let my partner deside if he wants to wear one fine if not Iam fine with that as well
Does that mean that if they don't want to wear one... then they can go home? If they wear one they can stay?
Does that mean that if they don't want to wear one... then they can go home? If they wear one they can stay?
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PATLYN wrote:Well thats great until a random single male gives your something unplesant. Husband and I both got tested before we got married. And condoms will ALWAYS be required when we swing.
I totally agree with use of condoms but I let my partner deside if he wants to wear one fine if not Iam fine with that as well
I'm over 1000 miles away from most of you people. I feel safe 
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Hate nothing more than getting all hot and bothered, ready to do 'the deed,' then saying, 'Hang on a second, let me put this on!'
HOWEVER!!!!!!!!!!
They are required for intercourse...
I know, it sucks, but it is the smartest thing to do.
Hate nothing more than getting all hot and bothered, ready to do 'the deed,' then saying, 'Hang on a second, let me put this on!'
HOWEVER!!!!!!!!!!
They are required for intercourse...
I know, it sucks, but it is the smartest thing to do.
I agree....it sucks to be all hot and bothered and eager to have at it only to have to stop and say "here's a condom", "don't forget the condom" or even just wait for them to put one on. Granted, it only takes about 30 seconds for someone to take it out and put it on but hell, it interrupts the flow. However, it's worth it to me to not have luggage that I can't get rid of... or even the overnight bag that a doctor can get rid of. Not to mention...in this lifestyle, nothing says you care like doing your best not to share/give an unwanted gift to your significant other not to mention other playmates...I assure you that most people/couples do NOT want matching luggage like that.
It REALLY isn't that bad to take the time to use protection....30 seconds = a longer and healthier life
It REALLY isn't that bad to take the time to use protection....30 seconds = a longer and healthier life
BTW....that was "her" typing...
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shygal
Hate to say it people, but if you are scared of STD's, this is probably the worst type of hobby, ativity you can have. Condoms or not the chance of contracting something still exists. Condoms break and the other juices flying around can circumvent a condom or other forms of protection. Especially HPV which is pretty common in sexually active people. It's not life-threatening but can be for women with the increased incidence of cervical cancer. It's like a lot of the other types of non life-threatening diseases, even if they aren't, who the hell wants to deal with something that you don't have to begin with? I mean even if there are treatments available, I'd rather not have to deal with something I contracted for the mere "Want" to fuck other people. See what I'm getting at? Like ThoughtGarden said, "abstinence" is the only way you can guarantee safety. So, again if you are worried, you might want to find another hobby, or just be extra safe and have a great time. It's what we've done and haven't had any problems so far. It's that one time though that could change a lot of peoples opinion on the lifestyle and safety. I do remember reading something that stated swingers for the most part are married, and believe it or not have an incredibly low rate of STD's because they keep the swinging on the inside with other safe, married couples. So, Single guys, sorry you are carriers of many bugs! LOL. Kidding. Screen them too and ask lots of questions. I think we can all have a great time. Find some great couples who you trust and swap until your hearts content.... That's all I got to say about that..
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