Why are Walmart condoms locked?

Walmart does not have a corporate policy on securing condoms, said spokeswoman Tara Aston. “It’s a store-by-store basis and it’s actually based on we lock up items that are high-theft items and that’s going to be different for each store,” she said.

Why are condoms behind the counter?

Stores often treat condoms like high dollar items or controversial purchases that need to be restricted. Some retailers shelve condoms behind a counter so a customer must request them or others keep condoms inside a locked cabinet.

Do we get condoms in more supermarket?

While condoms are easily available in pharmaceuticals and supermarkets, they are also available in contraception, health clinics and vending machines for free.

Why are condoms locked up at stores?

A number of pharmacies and retailers are locking condoms up or putting them out of the customer’s easy reach in order to prevent shoplifters from walking off with their stock of prophylactics.

Are condoms sold in pharmacies?

You can buy condoms in many places. They’re sold at most drugstores, community health centers, supermarkets, and convenience stores. They’re also sold in vending machines on college campuses, and sometimes at gas stations.

Where are condoms in a grocery store?

In grocery stores and pharmacies such as Target, Walgreens, Meijer, Rite Aid, CVS Pharmacy, Coles, and Kroger, condoms can generally be found in the men’s healthcare aisle next to deodorant and men’s razors. Additionally, some stores may keep condoms in a locked cabinet behind the front counter.

Is it safe to buy condoms online?

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Should we leave condom-buying to men?

Men carrying condoms in their wallets is considered the norm, whereas women who carry condoms in their bags feel like they might be judged. But if we’re leaving condom-buying to men, and men are just as embarrassed to pick up contraception, then sometimes the condoms just don’t get bought.

Why does it feel weird to buy condoms?

Molly, 27, says she feels weird buying condoms because – while she knows everyone has sex – she’s scared people will see her buying contraception and think she’s a ‘hoe’. But condom shame isn’t just an issue for women.

What is the condom shame for women?

Women are just doomed to guess at how much sex we’re ‘allowed’ to have. That’s a big part of the condom shame, I reckon. For the condom-buyer, it’s a way to publicly admit that you might be having casual, uncommitted sex (because if you’re in a long-term relationship, you’ll likely be on long-term contraception to match).

Is it the man’s responsibility to carry contraception?

That’s an issue, because many of us feel like buying condoms is something that can be left to the man, that it’s their responsibility to carry the contraception. ‘With previous boyfriends, they have always sorted it out,’ says Alice. ‘It’s their penis, they should make sure it’s protected if they don’t want a baby.