WHAT ARE YONI EGGS?
A yoni egg is an egg-shaped stone or crystal that is inserted into the vagina for various purposes. The term “yoni” is a Sanskrit word that refers to the female genital organ and is associated with female energy. Yoni eggs are believed to have various benefits, including balancing menstrual cycles, fostering urinary and digestive health, increasing libido and orgasms, soothing menstrual cramps, and strengthening vaginal muscles.
HOW TO USE A YONI EGG?
Here are some general guidelines on how to use a yoni egg:
Choose the right yoni egg: Select a yoni egg made of a crystal or stone that resonates with you. Common options include jade, obsidian, and rose quartz.
Clean the yoni egg: Before using the yoni egg, make sure to clean it properly. You can clean the egg in warm salty water or with a mild soap or feminine wash and warm water. Avoid using harsh cleansers or heavily fragranced soaps. Rinse the egg thoroughly after washing to remove any residual cleaning product.
Prepare for insertion: To make insertion easier, you can warm up the yoni egg to body temperature by holding it in your hands or placing it in warm water. This can help awaken your sensuality and aid in lubrication. You can also use water or a water-based lubricant around the vagina opening or on the yoni egg itself to assist with insertion.
Insert the yoni egg: Find a comfortable position, such as squatting or lying down, and gently insert the yoni egg into your vagina. Take your time and listen to your body. It’s important to insert the egg correctly, so refer to a user guide or follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Wear the yoni egg: Once the yoni egg is inserted, you can wear it for up to 12 hours per day. It’s common to start with shorter durations, such as 5 minutes, and gradually increase the time as you become more comfortable. Some people choose to do kegel exercises while wearing the yoni egg to engage the pelvic floor muscles.
Remove the yoni egg: When you’re ready to remove the yoni egg, find a comfortable position and gently bear down internally. The egg should naturally come out. If you’re concerned about removal, you can tie a string to the egg or use dental floss to make it easier to retrieve.
Clean the yoni egg after use: After each use, make sure to clean the yoni egg again using the same cleaning methods mentioned earlier. Proper cleaning and hygiene are essential to maintain the egg’s cleanliness and prevent the buildup of bacteria.
CAN ALL WOMEN WEAR A YONI EGG?
Yes! No matter what the age, it will help whatever phase of life you’re in.
We have testimonials from women in their early 20s who used the egg consistently and were able to reach an orgasm during sex, as well as women in their 70s who say it assisted their weak bladder and prolapse. Your intention for using the egg will also have an impact on your experience.
HOW LONG/OFTEN DO I WEAR MY YONI EGG?
This is a debate among practitioners. Some experts say 20 minutes maximum, other experts say 24 hours to a few days is totally OK!
What I say is: Listen to your vagina! She will tell you when it needs to come out.
As a starting point we suggest with using your Yoni Egg for 15 – 30 minutes. This will help you sense how it feels in your body.
We suggest daily or at least three times a week to experience ultimate benefits.
If you use it once a week or once a month you may not experience much change in your pelvic floor, orgasm, sensitivity etc.
DO I HAVE TO ENGAGE MY PELVIC FLOOR MUSCLES THE WHOLE TIME?
Just like wearing a tampon, your vagina holds the egg inside naturally without needing constant contraction, particularly if you haven’t given birth.
If you have given birth and have a weak pelvic floor, you may need to consciously contract the pelvic floor to keep the egg in – hence why you would only use for 15 minutes (if this was the case).
I’M PREGNANT, CAN I WEAR A YONI EGG?
We suggest you not to wear your yoni egg during pregnancy unless you have worn it consistently before pregnancy.
I am noticing that when a woman get pregnant, all of a sudden she wants to work on their pelvic floor (for obvious reasons!). And it’s not too late to do so, however it’s much better to start your pelvic floor practice NOW before getting pregnant.
If you are reading this and you are pregnant, I recommend just doing your pelvic floor exercises (squeeze, release) without an egg weight inside you.
Unless you get a loud and clear YES from your vagina, I would encourage you to wait to use your Yoni Egg after childbirth or C-Section. And wait 6 weeks to use it internally.
When you’re pregnant, it’s best to not introduce new practices and you don’t want to risk too much weight or energy in your vagina or womb during pregnancy.
WHAT SIZE DO I USE?
Generally speaking, a medium size yoni egg is ideal for most women who haven’t given birth. So to reduce confusion about sizes, we recommend most women to start with a medium.
However sometimes a “one-size” approach doesn’t “fit all”.
So if you have given birth or maybe you haven’t had sexual intercourse yet, it might be nice to purchase a set of three (small, medium and large), that way you can explore the different sizes and what feels right for you on any given day. For example, a medium might be too small for you to hold inside (and may keep dropping out), so you might prefer to use a large egg to begin with (the vagina has to contract less to hold it in). If you are very small internally, a virgin or have a condition like vaginismus, you may prefer to begin with a small egg, making it easier to insert and hold inside.