shortest but widest cup?

[greenhouse123]

I originally started using a Keeper close to 10 years ago.  It dry-rotted during my pregnancy with my first child, so I got a Large DivaCup when I started having AF again.  The problem now is that I've had three big babies and am really stretched out there (even the OBGYN says as much).  My Large DivaCup will not stay in place.  I have cut off the

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[kuradi8]

As for being stretched out, Kegel, Kegel, Kegel!

My favorite Kegel tool is just plain Ben Wa Balls -- not the ones marketed as "orgasm balls" or "smart balls," etc. Those are nearly as large as ping-pong balls and require constant push/pull interaction to work your PCs. They can be combined with OOH-LA-LAA fun, but plain old Ben Wa Balls are hands free.

Start with ones that are about 1" and 3/4oz apiece and then graduate to those that are appx 3/4" and 1oz apiece. The idea is to insert them and keep them in while you walk around, do the dishes, household chores, etc. Start with 20 minutes a day and build from there. The longer you keep them in, they harder they'll be to keep them inside. That's what's working your PCs -- hands free, no interaction required. Do this at home. Be sure to remember to remove them (relax, cough and catch) before going out or using the toilet.

There have been several articles lately that say Kegel exercises are not enough. You also need to add squats for your butt muscles and lower abdominal crunches. Apparently those muscles all work together.

Toned PCs will keep hubby happy in the short run and keep you from piddling your panties as an old lady in the long run. :o)

[kuradi8]

Our posts crossed. Her reply wasn't up yet when I wrote my reply.

[greenhouse123]

Yeah, I know the importance of Kegels! Also read the articles about how tight PCs without proper balance (from doing squats) can cause other problems.

The OBGYN told me that my pelvic floor and everything is strong and where it is supposed to be (I've not had any dribbling, even during pregnancies, fortunately!). He suggested that what I need is plastic surgery to repair the perineal area, but I'd be very happy if something like the Ben Wa Balls could tighten up that tissue! I will check into that.

I flipped my Diva inside out and measured, and it shortened it by about 8mm. It also looks like the smooth inside on the outside would be less painful rubbing me down there than the removal rings.

[kuradi8]

Our posts crossed earlier. Ben Wa Balls will help with your PCs but not much else. If yours are already strong, then the external tissues don't really matter. Vaginal wall muscles can be toned a LITTLE with Kegels and more superficial muscle exercises. The perenium, however, is not really a muscle. It's kinda like the "web" skin between the bases of your fingers. It don't see how it would have anything to do with the strength of your PCs.

Flipping your Diva inside out is kinda self-adjusting to your length needs because it squishes vertically as needed.

[greenhouse123]

I'm pretty sure I need plastic surgery. Just taking a look down there confirms that things are NOTHING like they were pre-kids.

And I noticed that the length of the Diva did squish vertically when inside out. I'm excited to try it!