So you're planning to go out on a date- how exciting! Whether it's with someone new or someone you've already seen a few times, your adrenaline is probably pumping; dating and sex after divorce can nerve-wracking!
But before you run out your door, there's something I want you to do: go put a few latex condoms in your purse or wallet 'just in case'. Don't have any? Then promise yourself you'll stop by the drugstore and pick up a fresh box en route.
Nope - I don't want to hear any excuses. I don't care if she told you she hasn't had sex with anyone but her ex-husband. I don't care if he said he was tested for STDs just last week. I don't care what you've been told, what your gut tells you, or how much you hate condoms - I want you to bring some along anyway.
Sexually transmitted diseases are a frightening reality that us newbies to dating again have to get in the know about. Having been married for years and accustomed to unprotected sex, your inclination may be to 'trust' your new partner, however long you've known him/her. But I'm here to remind you...post continued
Good advice. I think that divorced adults trick themselves into thinking they know what they’re doing. And being used to condomless sex makes the idea of wearing one a chore. But it’s good advice by far.