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Intimina knows experience and knowledge matter. That’s why we consult with leading medical experts on women’s intimate health when it comes to our products and wellness information. Our pioneering brand line is stamped with a seal of approval from practicing OB-GYN doctors who believe in Intimina’s mission to create a more open, honest space for women’s sexual health. We’ve gathered the best advice from trusted experts on all your intimate medical needs.

Ovarian Cancer: Know the Symptoms and Your Risks

This article was medically fact-checked by Women’s health expert and Gynaecologist Dr. Alyssa Dweck. As busy women, we often ignore discomfort, especially in the abdomen or pelvis. We may dismiss symptoms as menstrual in nature or just an upset tummy, but when it comes to ovarian cancer those little twinges are sometimes our only warnings.…

Menstrual Cup Cleaning and Care

*Updated on March 27 to address the current COVID-19 situation. This article was medically fact-checked by Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr. Shree Datta. In a wild time of COVID-19 uncertainty and product availability, one thing you can always be certain about is your menstrual cup. Not only is it reusable for up to 10 years…

Take Your Pleasure Back! What You Need to Know About Endometriosis & Sex

Most of us have experienced pain during sex at some point. Whether caused by an awkward position, a pulled muscle, or too little lube, we usually grimace a bit, ask our partner to move a little to the left, and get back to feeling good. But if you’ve got endometriosis, re-positioning for pleasure isn’t always…

Why Lily Cup One Is Perfect for People New to Periods or New to Cups

Lily Cup One, which was launched just last year, is a menstrual cup that was made specifically for those who are new to cups, or might be new to menstruating in general! With a slimmer bubble design, it’s less of a daunting fit for smaller anatomies, and it uses a stiffer rim that will be…

Flash Flood: Why is My Period Suddenly Heavier than Normal?

This article was medically fact-checked by Women’s health expert and Gynaecologist Dr. Alyssa Dweck. We like to think that, no matter how light and short or long and disastrously heavy our periods are, they at least follow a familiar pattern. It can be quite disconcerting then, when our previously steady cycles deviate significantly from the…

How to Deal If Your Menstrual Cup Gets Stuck

This article was medically fact-checked by Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr. Shree Datta. Is your menstrual cup having so much fun inside your vagina that it doesn’t want to come out? This is certainly one way to look at it! In the rare cases when a menstrual cup is inserted incorrectly, such a strong suction…

How to remove a menstrual cup | Tips & Tricks

If you’re already a menstrual cup user, then we don’t have to tell you why switching to a cup will change your life. Cute, compact and eco- friendly, the humble cup is revolutionizing menstrual management. It takes a bit of time to figure out the best way to use the cup for your body, so…

Peeing During Sex: The Why and How to Fix It

This article was scientifically fact-checked by Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr. Shree Datta. For women who have issues with incontinence, the fear of a urine leak during intimate moments is a valid one – up to 24% of women who have pelvic floor disorders experience leaks during sex (and there’s a very good likelihood that…

Comfort at Your Time of the Month – Tips for a More Pleasant Period

Let’s face it – Mother Nature’s gift to women isn’t a box of chocolates. During this time of the month, you’re in pain, irritable, and feeling bloated – but there are ways to make your period better. Here are some helpful tips that can make this time of the month more relaxing, pleasant, and less…

5 Tips For When Morning Sickness Strikes

What is Morning Sickness? It’s the pregnancy side effect we all dread: morning sickness, or nausea and vomiting in pregnancy to give it its medical title. Generally short-lived, the symptom affects roughly half of women, ranging in severity from mild discomfort through to its most serious form, hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Affecting nearly 1% of pregnancies,…