When I first “cracked the code” on stabilizing and reversing prolapse, and wrote and published Saving the Whole Woman, I set up this forum. While I had finally gotten my own severe uterine prolapse under control with the knowledge I had gained, I didn’t actually know if I could teach other women to do for themselves what I had done for my condition.
So I just started teaching women on this forum. Within weeks, the women started writing back, “It’s working! I can feel the difference!”
From that moment on, the forum became the hub of the Whole Woman Community. Unfortunately, spammers also discovered the forum, along with the thousands of women we had been helping. The level of spamming became so intolerable and time-consuming, we regretfully took the forum down.
Technology never sleeps, however, and we have better tools today for controlling spam than we did just a few years ago. So I am very excited and pleased to bring the forum back online.
If you are already a registered user you may now log in and post. If you have lost your password, just click the request new password tab and follow the directions.
Please review and agree to the disclaimer and the forum rules. Our moderators will remove any posts that are promotional or otherwise fail to meet our guidelines and will block repeat offenders.
Remember, the forum is here for two reasons. First, to get your questions answered by other women who have knowledge and experience to share. Second, it is the place to share your results and successes. Your stories will help other women learn that Whole Woman is what they need.
Whether you’re an old friend or a new acquaintance, welcome! The Whole Woman forum is a place where you can make a difference in your own life and the lives of thousands of women around the world!
Best wishes,
Christine Kent
Founder
Whole Woman
jmqphd93
August 14, 2006 - 3:38pm
Permalink
Pessary vs. sea sponge
Blair,
Welcome to the forum. I do not know anything about sea sponges, but I'm sure you'll hear from other members who are familiar with them. I was diagnosed with moderate/severe cystocele several months ago. I tried a silicone cube pessary which did not work for me. It was difficult to insert, almost impossible to remove and uncofortable while it was in. My nurse-practitioner did not think any other type would work for me, but I insisted on trying the donut pessary (I'm not sure why). I have been using one ever since. It provides tremendous relief from the feeling of dragging and heaviness, it is easy to insert, remove, and clean. You will probably have to try a few different types (and sizes) of pessaries to find a good fit, but it's definitey worth the trouble.
I empathize with your feelings of depression and inability to get up and do things. I felt that way initially (and still do on occasion) -in fact, for a while I actually felt afraid of my own body. It takes persistence and determination to take control for yourself, implement lifestyle changes and develop confidence in your body and your ability to manage your condition without surgery. Be patient with yourself - life is good, even with prolapse!
I wish you all the best (:
Jean
SusieQ
August 14, 2006 - 4:36pm
Permalink
Pessary vs. Sea Sponge
Thanks so much for your reply, Jean. I was wondering what I would do if the pessary didn't work. He said the ring pessary would be the one for me, so I'll remember to ask him to try another one if it's necessary. I've never had a good posture so I need to work hard on that. Thanks much,
Blair
UKmummy
August 14, 2006 - 6:08pm
Permalink
Yeah
Yeah Blair....................I am so happy to have someone else here too, not that I would wish for you to have prolapse!
Yes I did see a great nurse practitoner, and although I don't need a pessery for now, I am comforted that she is there as I know it can be hard to find someone for this. She was super and expert at fitting pesseries, (that is pretty much all she does). She also has a great way or normalising everything!
I will try to e-mail you through the contact section, if not could you e-mail me? I would love to chat.
Look forward to getting in touch!
Hugs,
Michelle.