BAABAA asked:
Hi could you tell me if smart balls, love balls, pelvic floor strengthener balls or whatever you like to call them are safe to use during pregnancy?
Advice Grrl answered:
Hi BAABAA,
Smartballs are recommended to be used any time from 6 weeks after giving birth and not during pregnancy. Whilst it is not actually unsafe to wear Smartballs during pregnancy there may potentially be a risk of introducing infection, which is why we give this recommendation.
It is recommended that you do the pelvic floor exercises recommended by your midwife during pregnancy and then start your inner workout with Smartballs 6 weeks after giving birth. We recommend that you start of with the single ball Smartball Uno. Initially you may feel a slight bearing down sensation when wearing the Smartball Uno. If this happens you may need to reinsert (so the ball is sitting quite high vaginally), very quickly your muscles will start to strengthen and the bearing down sensation will pass. Wear the Smartball Uno around home initially until you feel confident to wear it out and about. For detailed information about wearing Smartballs check out the information in the Sex Info section.
Also do note that not all Smartballs are created equal. Smartballs are designed by a midwife, manufactured in Germany and made from 100% medical-grade materials. The are excellent quality and are safe to use for pelvic floor toning. Many women worldwide have found Smartballs extremely effective for regaining their pelvic floor tone and preventing bladder weakness.
Do let us know if you have any further questions.
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Smartballs are a sexy modern version of the ancient Chinese Ben Wa Balls. This makes the Smartballs great for beginners as the balls will not click together when you move if your muscles are not strong enough to hold them in place. Smartballs are lighter than traditional metal Ben Wa Balls which is another plus for beginners and they won t set off metal detectors!
You’re absolutely right, miguel! Thank you very much for your comment
how long should you use smart ball before going up
Hi Cheryl,
Once you’re able to wear your Smartballs all day every day for six weeks, you’re good to move up to the next weight of balls. That means you can upgrade from the Uno to the Originals, or the Originals to the Duo.
Or you can stay at the weight you’re on, just wearing them once or twice a week, to keep the muscles strong!
Cheers,
Dee
HI, i have been using the uno for about a week now and cannot keep it in for longer than an hour or so, no matter how hard i squeeze it seems to have a life of its own and comes out…i think i do have quite a weak pelvic floor, does this sound normal?
Hi ceetee,
It does sounds like your pelvic floor is weak – but that’s okay. The Uno is definitely the right choice for you. If it will only stay in for an hour to start, then wear it for an hour. After a week or two, increase it to two hours. Then three, then four. Slowly, your strength will improve. I promise!
Cheers,
Dee