For a Happy, Healthy Vagina

Helllllllllooooooooooo! My apologizes that it's been so long. I actually gave up social networking for Lent. It was kind of a last minute decision, but let me tell you how refreshing it was. No facebook, no twitter, no instagram. I still went on Pintrest, because, let's face it, how can you live without Pintrest? That sounds completely outrageous. But the whole experience taught me a valuable lesson. Don't overshare. Frankly, no one cares that I woke up at 6 am to workout, or that I've probably watched the Lorax about 300 times since I had Sweet Baby Zo Zo. So my presence on the interweb will probably decline. Don't worry though, I promise to share all the good stuff!

Speaking of overshares, I struggled with if I was going to write about this or not. It's very personal. I mean, it's about my vagina for christ sake, but I decided to anyhow. My reason? I know a lot of other twenty-something moms read this. I'm a firm believer of just because I'm a mom, doesn't mean I have to be boring. Obviously my energy level has decreased, and I'm forced to be a responsible adult (lame), but I'm still that 'mosh-pitting, drinking too much craft beer, dancing machine' girl I've always been. Just like once a month. Ha! We'll I'm rambling. And I have something all my fellow young mama's should try. Ben wa balls :)

If you've read 50 Shades (of don't give a fuck), you're probably familiar with them, but for those who aren't ben wa balls are vagina weights aka kegal balls. I've been extremely self conscious about my post baby body. That includes my britney (vagina). So I did what I always do, google. Read up on different types and made a trip to my local Ambiance and did a little shopping. There are two types: stainless steel and silicone. It's 100% personal preference. I decided to go with the silicone, because I wasn't too crazy about the idea of the balls being chilly and because I thought the silicone would be easier to grab out of there. There is also the option of ones with a string attached. It weirded me out because it reminded me of a tampon, plus I like a challenge. Other things to consider, be sure to make sure your balls are seamless to prevent possible scratches and infections. Also, the smaller the ball, the more of a workout.

I decided to go with the purple Maia silicone kegal balls. I was like a kid, running home to play with my new toy. I ripped off the packaging, opened it up and shoved it right on up there. So seriously. It made me feel fun and flirty and adventurous. A way I hadn't felt in a really long time.

You get your workout by actively working to keep the balls in your vagina. So the smaller ones are going to be more work. It's also gives you a quite enjoyable sensation while in. Ben wa balls aren't just all business though. They are for play too! Solo play or play with a friend. I wasn't too crazy about having them in while doing a little bit of self love. It didn't do anything special for the whole experience. Using them with a friend is simply fantastic. FANTASTIC! He wasn't aware of their presence in the bedroom, but I most certainly was! Next time I'll be sure to mention it. Just to see if there is any difference for him. Downside to using them during sex, you might have to wait a bit for them to find their way out. I would say that might be the only con the ben wa balls is occasionally they get out of reach. They always come out, don't worry.

An all around great purchase. I'm totally happy. My new, strengthened britney is a big hit. I love the discreteness too. I can use them while cleaning, at work, at the grocery store (lets hope they don't fall out. . . again). Next time you see me, I may even be using them. Who knows?