Are kegel weights, ben wa balls & jade eggs safe to use during pregnancy???

[Peekaboo_mom]

I know that kegels are very important to do and I am very lousy at practicing them. I read that using kegel weights, ben wa balls or jade eggs makes easier to do my kegels. I also read that you get faster results with them. I am currently pregnant and would like to have my pelvic floor in as best shape as I can before it's time for labor.

I would like to know if it would be safe to use any of these devices during pregnancy?

[mwherbs]

yes it would be ok to use-

[Peekaboo_mom]

mwherbs- thanks for your reply. Should I have any special care when using them while pregnant. I read that some women use these devices for hours at a time. Would a prolonged use of them higher my risk for infections during pregnancy? Any tips or info on the would be helpful.

Thanks.

[mamato3cherubs]

I would just suggest that you make sure they are cleaned well before each use, and there is not cleaner or soap residue of any kind left on them. I don't have personal experience with using them, but if they are clean when you start, then you are not introducing any new bacteria while in use, so I would not expect time to be an issue. I am not a midwife though, just a student, but that is my take.

[gradstudentmommy]

I asked my midwife and she said it would be fine. She also suggested something called a "Myself Pelvic Muscle Exerciser" that gives you feedback that lets you know if you're doing the exercises correctly.

[MaerynPearl]

I agree with the others... According to my midwife as long as you keep them sanitary there is no risk!