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How the hell do you broach the safe sex conversation as an older dater 😳

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WoodSageandSeasalt · 16/01/2022 20:33

I’m late 40s and divorced, have dated a bit and had one sort of relationship but I’ve now met someone a bit more serious. We’re sleeping together and using condoms but would both like to ditch them. I’m on the Pill as it helps with my periods so no problems there.

What’s the safe thing to do before we get rid of them? Should we be taking STI tests? It’s seems sensible but also feels very clinical. Do people really do this?

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LessTime · 19/01/2022 22:47

Unless one of you is trying to claim that they are a virgin then I think you should both be happy to have tests. There is no reason for it to be awkward.

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