Dear iamsogrrd,

A man's erection is likely to alternate between harder and softer during sexual intercourse. If he's wearing a condom, it is very likely that the condom will slip off from time to time if this happens. Men can usually feel when that is happening, and, if they are responsible, they will withdraw and put another condom on when they get hard enough again. That's why it's a good idea to have a good supply of condoms around when partners decide to have sexual intercourse.

If a condom slips off during sex, it is possible for ejaculate to spill out. If the condom with ejaculate in it slips off inside a woman's vagina, it is possible she can become pregnant or infected with a sexually transmitted infection. A woman who is concerned about unintended pregnancy after a condom breaks or slips off may want to consider using emergency contraception pills (ECPs) to reduce her risk of pregnancy.

Hope this information helps!

Take care,

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