True: Latex condoms are a great way to prevent the spread of STDs and unintended pregnancy, even when used with oil-based lubricants. If you are allergic to latex use polyurethane condoms instead.

False: Being tested regularly for STDs such as chlamydia, ghonorhea, HIV, herpes, and hepatitis can keep you from spreading any disease to someone else. It also can help you catch the infection early so that treatment can be started as soon as possible. Early treatment decreases your chance of spreading the infection and alleviates your sysmptoms sooner.

True: Condom use is the best way to protect both yourself and others from the spread of sexually transmitted diseases while swinging. If another swinger does not use a condom insist on its usage or refrain from playing with that person. It's not worth the risk no matter how hot he/she is!

False: Some companies do make large-sized condoms which, in actuality, some men really do require. However, the standard sized condom can be stretched over a person's skull!... Really! Therefore, the standard size should be able to accomodate almost all men. A caveat- ensuring the condom is not too large is just as important. 'Snug' sizes are available for those guys too.

True: There are a lot of different styles of swingers- soft swap, watching only, women-only play, guys watch, full swap... you get the picture. There are lots of fun things to do when playing with other couples besides full sexual intercoarse. Your chance of contracting an STD while swinging decreases a whopping 8-fold if you refrain from intercoarse. If you do choose to have intercoarse be sure to use a condom and change condoms between partners.