Re: Umbilical cord and other questions

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>Are vibrators safe during pregnancy? Cannot find any info in prego books....

yes, unless you have a predisposition to preterm labor, in which case any form of intrecourse or orgasm may be taboo >
>Also could I use binwhang(sp?) balls to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
>during my kegel exercises?

I haven't heard of these particular items, but pelvic floor weights, properly cleaned, are fine to use. >
>Thanks Rachael 21 weeks

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