Okay, so, the other day I was chilling at home, right? And this thought pops into my head: “I’m gonna try going raw.” Yeah, you heard me. No rubber. All natural.
Disclaimer: I’m not telling you to do this. This is just what I did, and I’m sharing my experience. Seriously, wrap it up, kids. STIs are no joke.
First things first, I had to find a partner who was down for it. Not just anyone, ya know? Someone I trusted, someone who was clean, and someone who knew the risks involved. This ain’t a one-night stand kinda thing.
- Had a long, honest conversation about STIs, getting tested, and being open about our sexual history. Transparency is key, people.
- Both got tested for everything under the sun. Multiple times, just to be sure. Paranoia is your friend here.
- Talked about birth control. Obviously, pregnancy is still a thing, even without a condom.
Then came the moment of truth. Let me tell you, there’s a whole different level of intimacy when you’re not separated by a layer of latex. It’s more… raw. More intense. I can’t really explain it. You just gotta experience it (safely, responsibly, and only if you’re 100% comfortable, of course).
What I learned:
It’s not for everyone. It requires a lot of trust, communication, and responsibility. It’s not something to take lightly or do on a whim.
I’m not gonna lie, there was a constant level of anxiety in the back of my mind. Every little itch, every weird feeling, had me running to Google. (Don’t do that. Just get tested if you’re worried.)
Ultimately, it was an interesting experience. Would I do it again? Maybe. But only with the right person and under the right circumstances. The risks are real, and you gotta be prepared to deal with them.
So yeah, that’s my story. Take it with a grain of salt. Stay safe out there, folks.
