Safe sex at schoolies
After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
National Condom Day
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
Dealing with sexual anxiety
The past five years have seen a concerning increase in the cases of syphilis across NSW. So here’s everything you need to know about who’s at risk, how to get tested and what to do if you have it.
Awkward sex ‘problems’ that are actually totally normal
Enjoying a healthy and safe sex life is all about open communication and overcoming ‘problems’ together. So, uncomfortable conversations and ‘awkward moments’ are inevitable, in fact, they’re totally healthy and here’s why…
Safe sex for young people: how to protect yourself from STIs
By understanding the risks associated with sex – and doing what you can do to minimise them – you can protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and take control of your sexual health.
The 4 C’s of safe sex
Here are our 4 C’s of safe sex – Consent, Condoms, Contraception, and Communication. Follow these four golden rules and you’ll have safe – and great – sex, every time.
Internal condoms
Everyone knows what a condom is, but hands up if you’ve ever heard of the internal condom (also known as the female condom)? This lesser-known barrier contraceptive gets inserted into the vagina or anus before sex. Just like the condom you’re probably already familiar with, the internal condom protects against […]
Emergency Contraceptive Pill (The morning after pill)
The Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP) AKA ‘The Morning After Pill’ can be taken to reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. That means, if you’ve had sex and the condom broke or you didn’t use a condom and aren’t using another form of reliable birth control, the ECP is […]
Pain in the penis
No one likes to experience pain – especially in the penis! Let’s look at some of the reasons why you can feel pain in your penis, and the solutions for it. STIs can be a cause of genital pain. Chlamydia and gonorrhoea can cause discharge (pus that leaks out of […]
Where did the Condom go?
So you’ve just had sex, but the condom has disappeared? No need to freak out, here are a few steps you can take. Find the condom The first thing you should do is try to get the lost condom out yourself. If you were having PIV (penis-in-vagina) sex, it might […]
10 ways to be better in bed – via GIF
Want a session you’ll never forget? 1. Talk Talking about sex, makes the actual sex better. Share what you like and don’t like. 2. Laugh Let’s face it. Sex has its funny moments. Ever bumped your head? Fanny farted? Yep. There’s only one response. You know it. 3. Get tested […]
Hepatitis – everything you need to know
So what is Viral Hepatitis? Hepatitis is a viral illness that makes the liver sick. The three most common types are: A, B and C. Because of the job the liver does in your body, a sick liver can be a major problem. Hep A gets into your body when […]
Visiting a Youth Health Service
A Youth Health WHAT? What is a Youth Health Service? And what should you expect when you visit one? A Youth Health Service is a FREE, SAFE, & CONFIDENTIAL place for young people aged 12-24 years of age. They’ve got doctors, nurses, social workers, psychologists, health education officers, and they […]
Thrush
It can often make women feel embarrassed, miserable and even dirty. But thrush, also called Candidiasis, is more common than you think! It happens in around 50% of women at least once in their lifetime. What is it? Thrush is an overgrowth of naturally occurring yeast in the vagina called […]
Wrap your tool
We’re all told time and time again to use condoms to reduce the chance of pregnancy and STIs. But it’s not very often we’re told how they work. Body fluids such as semen, vaginal secretions, anal fluid, and saliva are where common STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea live on our […]
Boobs 101
Jugs, sweater stretchers, airbags, tits, hooters, lung protectors, bongos, knockers, melons, gazongas, frost detectors, honkers, fun bags, boobs, bazookas, boobies… BREASTS! Young women often worry about their breasts. Are they the ‘right’ size? Are they the ‘right’ shape? Breasts grow over several years and then change throughout life due to […]
Small word. Big expectations.
SEX. It’s amazing how such a small word can seem so huge. Sex can make us feel curious and excited. It can also make us nervous, embarrassed, and clueless. Sometimes it can feel like everyone you know is either doing it, has done it, or at least knows a […]
