When you feel that your current dilator size is becoming more manageable but aren't quite ready to advance to the next size, several techniques can help prepare your body. Initially, continue using your current dilator as you normally would. Visualize the vaginal opening as a clock face, with the top being 12 o'clock. Start applying gentle, firm pressure on the base of the dilator at the 12 o'clock position for one to two minutes, then continue this technique clockwise around the clock face to 1 o'clock, 2 0'clock and so on. This method helps the vagina adapt to increased pressure gradually.
Tight? Start here!
Tight? Start here!
Another strategy involves changing your body position. Moving from lying on your back to positioning yourself on your hands and knees alters how you engage your pelvic floor muscles, thanks to gravity. This position shift aids in muscle relaxation and desensitization of the nervous system. Such adjustments are beneficial not only for dilator use but also for other activities like intercourse, tampon insertion, or undergoing medical examinations.
Finally, a unique approach is to sit on the dilator. Start by inserting the dilator while lying on your side. Then, carefully move to a sitting position. This practice offers a new sensation and provides different training for the vaginal tissues, facilitating your progression to the next size.
When you can use your current size without pain, you can attempt to move to the next dilator size.
For those looking for more detailed guidance, the accompanying video offers visual and detailed instructions on each technique. These steps, designed with expert care, aim to make the use of vaginal dilators a more comfortable experience as you move forward in your therapy.
How do Vaginal Dilators Work?
Tight? Start here!
