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How to Insert a Female Condom

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Updated: November 14, 2007

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Open the Package

Open package by tearing along one edge. Tearing down the middle of the package increases the risk of tearing the condom.

Important Point!
If the condom does tear when the package is opened, discard the condom and start again with a new one.

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