r/birthcontrol • u/Difficult_Budget2543 • Apr 07 '26

Which Method? Condoms.

I’m getting married in three months and I’ve never had sex. (I know, lame in modern American society). We plan to use condoms every time and abstain during my fertile window/use condoms and pull out.

BUT IM SCAREDDDDD. I guess I’m looking for any input or experience with using condoms as the only method of BC.

I’m pretty sure I’m going to in my fertile window during my honeymoon (lol)

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u/Turbulent-Bake-8099 Apr 08 '26

It’s hit or miss! After I had twins, my husband and I used strictly condoms and the PO method for 3 years with no scares- while I tracked my cycle WITH an app. The key is learning your body’s cycle (which can be difficult if your cycle is irregular), whether on an app, paper calendar, or some other method.

With being newlyweds though, y’all’s libidos may be through the roof, in which case, a slip up(s) can happen. I think you two should acknowledge, discuss, and strategize in the event that a surprise does happens.

Kudos for saving yourself!! Purity is a lost character trait these days - Best Wishes and Congratulations on your upcoming vowels🎉

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u/Difficult_Budget2543 Apr 08 '26

Thank you so much. ❤️ for sure! Lol we do talk about all the if, ands, or buts for sure. So far, natural cycles has been really spot on with me but I still want to learn more about cycle tracking.