How to PULP Condom:
Condoms are sexual health devices that reduce the possibility of pregnancy and the transmission of sexually transmitted infections. They work by creating a barrier between the penis, strap-on, or dildo and a vagina, mouth, or anus — stopping the exchange of fluids. Using a condom is easy! Here is how you do it:
Your PULP condom will come in a square packet that looks a bit like this:
Before you have even pulled this out, you should have had a conversation with your partner about what they’re into, what they’re ready for and gotten their consent. Consent is a freely given, informed, and genuine agreement between one (or more) persons to engage in sexual activity. Consent is present when everyone is ready, informed, and keen to have sex. Once you're both ready and comfortable you can open it by pinching one corner of the packet and another point along the same edge. Then, pull in opposite directions, tearing the packet. Don't use your teeth or scissors to open the condom as it could break the condom.
Retrieve the condom from inside the packet and ensure that the tip of the condom is coming through inside of the condom rather than outside of it. It should look like this:
Once you've aligned it correctly, place the condom on the tip of what you're putting it on.
Pinch the tip and gently roll the condom down until it reaches the base. It should fit snugly and have a bit of space in the tip, but not be full of air.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time if things change — so make sure that you stay vocal with your partner(s), and check in with them before, throughout, and after sexual activities. Once your condom is on properly and you’re all on the same page, you’re ready to go.
When you've finished using the condom, roll it back up from the base until it comes off. make sure you discard it correctly by tying a knot about halfway up the condom and placing it in the bin. If you share the bin with others, it's courteous to wrap it in a tissue unless you really want to let them know you fuck with PULP.
After you've disposed of your condom, check in with your partner(s)! You’ve already been pretty intimate, so maybe go cuddle, kiss, and have some PULP-y pillow talk. You've earned it. Spend the extra time with them and help each other clean up — who knows, maybe you’ll be reading this again later…
There are still some things you should keep in mind about condoms:
While it's good to be prepared, don't keep your condom in your pocket, your wallet, the glovebox of your car, or anywhere it could get warm or move around a lot. This could damage the condom and limit its effectiveness.
Sometimes you can err on the side of caution, but one condom is enough if you put it on properly. Never use more than one at a time as they can irritate you or your partner(s) and increase the likelihood of condoms breaking
Use water-based lubricants when you use PULP condoms. They’re made of latex and oil-based lubricants can damage them while in use.
While condoms can be very effective when used correctly — there is still a chance that pregnancy can occur or that STIs are transmitted, make sure you and your partner(s) have a conversation about contraception and your STI status before having sex.
You might still have questions about condoms, sexual health, and consent — Unfortunately, PULP doesn’t have all of the answers but here are some places you can get some more info:
RPA Sexual Health Clinic — RPA Sexual Health, 16 Marsden St, Camperdown NSW 2050
This is the closest sexual health clinic to campus and offers free, confidential STI testing and sexual health services that you can access without a doctor’s referral or Medicare card. You can book an appointment with them at (02) 9515 1200.
This is where you can find more information about consent; what it is, how to talk about it, and why it is important to talk about it. It has information available in several languages and is provided by the Australian federal government.
1800RESPECT
A free, 24 hour support line for those affected by domestic, family or sexual violence. Call 1800 737 732 or text ‘HELLO’ to 0458 737 732.
USYD Safer Communities office
USYD’s support office for sexual violence, sexual misconduct, domestic and family violence, bullying and harassment and modern slavery. Call +61 2 8627 6808 or email safer-communities.officer@sydney.edu.au
USYD Health and Wellbeing Office
USYD can provide or connect you to a general practitioner (GP) or mental health counsellor for free. They can provide ongoing support as well as offering a support line. To request ongoing support, go to https://student-wellbeing.sydney.edu.au/home.aspx. For immediate support outside of office hours, call 1300 474 065 or text 0488 884 429.
NSW based, LGBTQIA+ health organisation. They provide LGBTQIA+ specific health services such as HIV screenings, prevention and support, and counselling. They host regular community educational and social events across NSW. You can reach them at acon.org.au or at 02 9206 2000 (Sydney office).