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Is it possible to get the scrunch bum put into any of the rompers or is it only for the bootylicious rompers?
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typo: should read, "while this was *true of the permanent plastic…"
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I should clarify: I didn't actually mean the European/South American/Asian/etc/etc (i.e. non-North American) countries have less-stringent systems and/or are less safe… but they are very different and they do bring things to market quicker (as chemgoddess has mentioned).. I just meant I'd personally like to wait a while to know the outcomes of something before having it done/inserted/ingested, which, by the time it's marketed in North America, many years have passed and this data is available then.
Also, there is a common misconception that the ONLY/MAIN way the IUD works is by preventing implantation of a fertilized embryo. While this was try of the permanent plastic IUDs in the past, it is not the main mode of action of the newer (hormonal and copper) IUDs. The hormonal one works by local hormone delivery—without getting into too much technical info, essentially like a pill/patch/injection/nuvaring system, but with a very low dose localized delivery, to avoid overly high systemic hormone levels and to essentially "fool" your body into thinking you're already pregnant and not releasing an egg in the first place. The copper IUD, on the other hand, still confuses many, but is thought to cause very localized inflammation to bring in a hoard of inflammatory cells to the region, which in turn cause a very hostile environment for other foreign materials (i.e., sperm, attacking and killing htem before they have a chance to travel up the fallopian tubes). The majority of possible pregnancies are blocked in these manners. In the event either are bypassed, then the secondary mode for both is the traditional blocking of embryo implantation, which is why the politicians go into an uproar and claiming it's abortion.
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Hmm… just read a bit more and realized that the frameless one is sutured to the fundus (inside top of uterus) to keep it in place. So I guess it wouldn't really travel. But I'd still not have something sutured in me, unless absolutely necessary.
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Well, it's not only being behind, but it also has to do with clinical trials and safety clearing. In North America, it takes ages for new medical technology to be deemed safe for public use. However, that's not necessarily a bad thing—i work in a highly technological medical field. For what we do, there are much more advanced treatments available in South America and Europe; HOWEVER, these are all in experimental stages of the treatments, meaning, they do not yet have concrete outcome or long-term results. Instead, they are making their newest technologies available to the public immediately, without knowing the current safety and/or outcomes of the procedures. So, personally, while it may seem like other countries are much more advanced in their treatments, I'd rather wait to know they are safe and effective treatments, especially where my health is concerned! Remember the IUD scare of the 80s? I can't remember the exact brand, but it was the Dalcon or Dalkon or something that caused it—massive amts of women got horrible infections and became sterile as a result (which is the "scare" that people have about IUDs causing infertility and the reason there are still many MDs choosing not to insert them in women who have not yet had children)–the reason was because the strings were made of an absorbant material which ended up being the perfect pathway to introduce various nasty bacteria and pathogens straight into the uterus. Once the results from that batch of women came back, they realized the mistake, but, unfortunately, the blame was put on IUDs in general, in public opinion. Besides, even looking at the permanent IUDs (the all plastic ones) from the past causes me to shudder when I see their shapes/sizes. (you can see some of the older ones here: http://www.contrel.be/IUD%20GENERAL/Mhistory.htm The Dalkon was the one that looks like a prehistoric ocean creature, second row from the bottom, first one on the left–like a shield with multiple barbs)
That being said, I still think I'd personally prefer the T shape as opposed to that frameless one… seems less like to travel around in there and I can't imagine that insertion would be any different. (you can see the paragard and the mirena shapes here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intrauterine_device The nova T (canada's copper IUD) is identical in shape to the Mirena)
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If I recall correctly, in shape, the mirena and the nova t are practically identical–both T’s with curved upper arms (like eyebrows), except the nova t has copper wound around the upright part of the T while the mirena has a hormone coating, which is a bit thicker. Neither have anything on the upper arms. In contrast, the paragard is a T with straight upper arms, perpendicular to the base (exactly like an uppercase “T”), again with copper around the base and possibly the arms as well, I don’t remember. (it’s the one in the US while the nova T is the one in Canada–mirena is available in both).
Even though the mirena is a bit thicker, the issue isn’t the IUD, but the thickness of the plunger (a plastic tube, essentially), as that needs to be able to pass through the cervical canal; however, the sound itself is thicker than the plunger, so my MD had said if that didn’t go in, then I wouldn’t be able to have the IUD inserted.
On a side note, I actually cannot check for the strings on mine, as I am unable to reach my cervix. On my last physical, they were not dangliNg out of my cervix, so I had to go and have an ultrasound done, which showed the IUD was still perfectly in place, so I was told it wouldn’t be too bad for removal, as they have a little hook instrument they could use to fish out the strings.
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Ha, I just realized my post was slightly confusing. I meant the cramping didn't pass after removal of the IUD plunger, as the IUD was in my uterus (this was with my first one). I also meant, when I said I've had it for 7-8 years that I've been using it as birth control for 7-8 years, not that I had the same one (the Nova T has a "suggested" insertion time of 2.5 years… however, my MD had said it was fine to leave it in longer for me, until I basically wanted it changed, which was about 3.5 years after the first one, as I started to get more spotting, which went back to normal after my second one was inserted, which was same appt that hte first was removed). Hope this clears up any confusion from the previous post.
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Not sure how much different the Mirena is from the Nova T (or Paragard is the equivalent in the US, but it is slightly different in shape)–i know it's slightly thicker in the hormone wrapping, but not that much. Anyway, I have the Nova T, which is the copper threaded IUD (can't have hormones, so the Mirena was out for me). Supposedly, the copper one gives you more painful and heavier periods, but I haven't really experienced either. Insertion was kind of a bit**, but it just felt like one giant cramp when the sound (the instrument that measures how deep your uterus is) went in through the cervical canal, but it passed as soon as the sound was removed. I had the same cramping sensation with the IUD plunger (the Nova-T comes preassembled), which didn't really pass as the IUD was inside my uterus. Had fairly strong cramps that first day, but was ok the next. Anyway, I never had any type of cervical clamp, so not sure about that one… (never had kids either)–although that first day was pretty crampy, on and off, I didn't feel it was THAT bad (the cramps were bad enough to freeze me in position) to deal with, considering the payoff in the end. I really can't recall how long they lastes, as it's been so long, but it wasn't anything horrible. I'm on my second one now (I do need to get it changed again), but I've been on it for about 7-8 years, so I'm very happy with it.
TMI alert: I do get a bit of spotting a few days before my period, but then again, the copper IUD isn't meant to reduce flow though, and, in most cases, makes them heavier and much more painful (I guess I just got lucky with body chemistry).
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i rarely ever use grip aids (none@ home anyway-chrome xpert). @ the studio,I've occasionally used mighty grip or dry hands if learning a brand new move (i think chrome xperts as well)–I dont often have a problem with grip at thestudio (very warm pole and body), but mayget nervous trying new moves, especially inverts. I "slide" more @ home, but think that's more due to the cold and new pole. I ONLY use grip on my hands, if needed, at the studio , for learning-I made the mistake of putting it between my thighs when we were learning the crucifix and pole climb-it felt like my skin was being ripped off my thighs.
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Ok, pole fitness in MTL does : http://polefitnessmontreal.com/prices.html (not sure about taxes)
And so does erotic danse: http://www.eroticdance.ca/pg4store.html (includes tax)I don’t know about shipping though, so you should contact them. Have also never been to either (don’t think my studio sells them), so can’t comment on the studio!
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THere’s also a studio in Montreal that sells xpoles. Think they are about $350. I can find the info and send it, you want (just on my phone now, so don’t want to search on here)
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Hello ladies,
I have another type of question, but related to the discussion above..
I too belong to the no-children-but-still-have-inner-thigh-outer-hip-stretche-marks-plus-cellulite-on-thighs/butt (thank you genetics and that dreaded quickly-gained freshman 15 over a decade ago) even though most people consider me “tiny” (I’m 5’2″ around 110 lbs and a size 0-2/xs).Anyway, I just started poling about 2 months ago and have just started into moves requiring tighter legs grips (like the crucifix, pole climbs, simple invert, lotus, etc) and it’s KILLER on my inner thighs (they’re not actually bruising, but feel rough/knotted where they grip and I find I can only “hold” a position for MAX 10 seconds, not due to grip/strength, but pain… Anyway, that’s a completely diff discussion and I know the body eventually accustoms to it).
Here is the question I had: a friend of mine said beforehand I may get stretchmarks or mine may get worse (mine are usually not terribly visible, as I’ve had them for over 10 yrs, unless the skin around gets tanned (I’m very pale) or you’re very close) from gripping/sliding, on thighs/arms/side/etc. Has anyone noticed they’ve developed stretch marks from poling or that existing marks have gotten worse (deeper/darker/longer)?
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Sorry, that should say I did start in LEVEL 1, not lesson 1
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wow… I think I would have been very frustrated if I had to wait 4-5 lessons for spins!
I've been poling only for two months now. At my studio, the first MOVE we were taught was the bow and arrow spin, then to twirl under your arm and then around the pole (not sure if that has a name, but it's exactly as I described and all grounded), then the fireman. (that was all lesson 1)
However, I did start in lesson 1and there was a disclaimer saying the moves are difficult. For those needed slower instruction/not currently active, it's recommended they take the intro course first (much more ground work, less spins)
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hmm, ok..
I was able to fix the problem–in case it happens to anyone else–simply use the tightening rods to screw it on (with a lot of torque). I just hope it comes apart easily, when necessary!