Follow the directions given with each box, and learn to adjust it correctly; one can soon feel that it is on right. After the pessary has been placed into the vagina deeply, it can be fitted well over the neck of the womb. One can feel it is fitted by pressing the finger around the soft part of the pessary, which should completely cover the mouth of the womb. If it is properly adjusted there will be no discomfort, the man will be unconscious that anything is used, and no germ or semen can enter the womb.
a—womb; b—pessary covering mouth of womb; c—vagina; d—bladder.
If the woman should fall asleep directly after no harm can happen, and it is not necessary to take a douche until the following morning. Take part or about a quart of an antiseptic douche BEFORE the pessary is removed; after removing it continue the douche and cleanse thoroughly.
Finger touching mouth of womb. a—womb; b—mouth of womb.
Wash the pessary in clear cold water, dry well and place away in the box. One should last two years, if cared for.
I recommend the use of the pessary as the most convenient, the cheapest and the safest. Any nurse or doctor will teach one how to adjust it; then women can teach each other.
It is not advisable to wear the pessary all the time. Take it out after using, and wear it only when needed. A little experience will teach one that to place it is a simple matter.