Script for conversation with Partner

PARTNER TO PARTNER CONVERSATION

Chloe: Hey babe, I’m getting to that point in our relationship where I am beginning to think that I want more with you.

Alessandra: oh okay, well i'm not sure I want to start a family just yet..

Chloe: No, I’m not ready yet either, we are far too young to begin a family, however I think it’s time we started trying new stuff.

Alessandra: So like sex yeah?

Chloe: Well yeah, that’s what I was thinking.

Alessandra: How can we be intimate, without me becoming pregnant or contracting an STI?

Chloe: Well I went down to the doctors this morning and I asked him how we could avoid such a situation.

Alessandra: And…?

Chloe: He told me that there are number of ways we could approach this situation. First, he recommended that we try the male condom. Do you know much about that?

Alessandra: oh yeah, ive heard about this although all i know is that you can buy it from the chemist and it has something to do with sex..

Chloe: Yeah you’re right although there are also a lot of other elements associated with it. To be more specific, it is a rubber sheath that is worn on the penis used to prevent sperm from reaching the egg and possibly protecting both partners from infection.

Alessandra: Ohh okay I get it now, but what makes this method more effective than others?

Chloe: Statistics state that it is 98% effective which I personally find to be a rather trustworthy fact. The only method of contraception that is 100% efficient is to not have sex at all!

Alessandra: Wow that is a pretty great statistic. So what are the disadvantages of the condom?

Chloe: This method, like all methods, does maintain the possibility of unreliability. The male condom is known to break in some situations, particularly if it is placed on the penis incorrectly. There may also be a lack of sensation during sexual intercourse.

Alessandra: Okay, that’s good to know, I’ve also been told that it is fairly cheap to purchase which is another reason as to why it’s a great method to turn to. Thanks for looking into this babe, I think we’re all set if we ever decide to start a sexual relationship.

Chloe: That’s okay, I think it’s important to know the facts before starting anything so important!