MamasHealth.com Home Sexual Health Abstinence Addicted to sex Anal fissure Aphrodisiacs Be a better kisser Become sexually confident Better orgasms Boyfriend refuses to wear a condom Breast cancer and sex Child saw us having sex Comfortable sex positions Consequences of rape Crying during sex Cybersex Date rape Dating a virgin Delayed puberty Diabetes and erectile dysfunction Dirty talk Embarrasing sex Erotic dancing Escaping an attacker Faking it Finding time for sex Friends with benefits Great First-time Sex Health benefits of sex Help! The condom broke Importance of sex Improve your sexlife Intimacy tips Intimacy without Intercourse Keeping sex fun while getting pregnant Lost sex drive Managing sexual side effects of medicine Marital rape Menstrual problems Orgasms Penile fracture Puberty Quiet sex Retrograde ejaculation Links Email Mama More hot sex topics Bolas Chinas	Sex and Latex Allergies: How to have fun and safe sex when you have latex allergies by Kim Hess People who are at risk for latex allergies often develop sensitivity to latex after repeated exposures. If you are allergic or sensitive to latex, you can have skin rash, dry skin, itching, and in some cases, welts. How to enjoy sex if you have latex allergies:  Tell your partner – Consider this issue seriously and tell your partner. Discuss also about safer sex issues. Male Non-latex condoms – Buy Non-latex condoms. Non-latex condoms are often made from polyurethane (plastic), lambskin, and polyisoprene. Compared to latex condoms, polyurethane condoms are less elastic and looser-fitting. The loose fitting makes them slightly more likely to break or slip off. When using a polyurethant condom, do not use an oil based lubricant. If you have to use a lubricant, use a water based lubricant. Oil based lubricants breaks down the plastic in the condom. Lambskin condoms are effective against pregnancy, but not effective in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Lambskin condoms are also called natural condoms. Polyisoprene condoms are softer than polyurethane condoms. Polyisoprene condoms adapt more easily to the form of its wearer. It’s also stretchier and more resistant to breakage than polyurethane  condoms. Female non-latex condoms - There are many types of female polyurethane condoms. You can also make use of sponge, birth control pills or a hormonal patch. However, these methods will not protect you from acquiring STD. If you choose to use a female polyurethane condom use a spermicide in addition to your choice of non-latex protection. Sex Toys – Use non-latex sex toys. Non-latex sex toys are often made of hard plastics, glass, Lucite, acrylic, or metal. Choose your favorite one and find creative ways to use them. Remember to be creative. Explore other ways to be intimate while also protecting yourself from STDs and pregnancy. If you can’t find a non-latex product that suits your needs. There are alternatives to intercourse and a variety of ways to enjoy non-penetrative sex.	Sign up for our Email Newsletter For Email Marketing you can trust
	Hot Topics: Domestic Violence: A pre-existing condition? Serena: The wanna be vegetarian Personal Story: How I recovered from my Eating Disorder Mama wants to help: Food Bank programs and shelter assistance Lucy Goes Green: Talk dirty to me How to avoid Swine Flu What no one will tell you about tummy tuck surgery Mama's favorite item of the week: Trees for the Future Foods for weight loss Win a Gift Bag filled with Goodies from Stonyfield
	Information obtained from MamasHealth.com™ should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care or attention by a qualified practitioner, nor should it be inferred as such. Always check with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about a specific condition. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use. Contact us: PO Box 2170, Pasadena, CA 91102-2170 ©2000 - 2009 MamasHealth, Inc.™. All rights reserved