Most doctors will dissuade you from douching, due to the natural PH balance of the vagina and the fear of causing an infection. The vagina is considered a self cleaning organ. The mucus at different times of the month are all part of that system.
There maybe times when a woman feel the need to use a douche, as long as you only do so occasionally and you have no signs of an infection, vinegar and water is probably the most beneficial and the least likely to cause any problems.
If you are having symptoms of an infection you should always seek a doctors advice before using an OTC product.
A premixed disposable is a good way to go, they are ready to use and contain only vinegar and water.
Douching is unnecessary for women as the vagina has natural cleansing abilities. It is not recommended for pregnant women, however I would consult WebMD.com for more information on this topic. Good luck with your pregnancy!
Women may stop douching at various ages, often influenced by changing health awareness and medical advice. Many healthcare professionals recommend discontinuing douching altogether due to its potential to disrupt vaginal flora and cause infections, which can occur at any age. Typically, women may become more informed about these risks during their reproductive years and may stop douching by their late 20s or 30s. Ultimately, the decision varies individually based on personal beliefs and healthcare guidance.
It can act as skin softener and an exfoliant. I wouldn't recommend it though, it would take a lot of vinegar and vinegar isn't as cheap as a bath oil.
Celibacy is not harmful.
In the 1800s, methods to prevent pregnancy were limited and often unreliable. Women used various techniques, including withdrawal, douching, and the use of barriers like sponges or cloths soaked in vinegar or other substances. Some also relied on herbal remedies believed to have contraceptive properties. However, societal norms often discouraged discussions about contraception, leaving many women with little access to effective options.
No
No, many women used padded bras. If they were harmful, women would prefer non padded bras
advil and other pain relievers can be harmful to pregnant women
If you or your boyfriend have a "fishy" smell, then it is most likely that you have an STD. There are 2 in particular that are associated with a "fishy" odor and/or discharge. Both you and your boyfriend need to be evaluated by a doctor and receive the proper treatment. In general, women do not need to douche. It removes the protective naturally occurring bacteria and mucous from the vagina.
Smoking is universally harmful. More so for pregnant women.
The short answer is NO, it will not cause a miscarriage. This is an urban legend and a poor one at that. For a more detailed explanation from Planned Parenthood, see: http://www.teenwire.com/ask/2001/as-20010917p280.php Think about it this way, pickles contain vinegar and pregnant women love pickles (or so the stereotype goes) If vinegar caused miscarriages, would pregnant women continue to eat pickles (would we have the stereotype)?
Diet seven-up is a soda. It is not harmful to pregnant women but you would be better off drinking juice, water or milk - rather than filling up on any diet soda.