First of all, it is worth making sure that your Uresta is inserted correctly. It's normal to feel a little pressure when first inserting the Uresta. Once the bell shape and handle pass the pubic bone, the pressure should decrease as the Uresta settles in the middle of the vagina. Once fully inserted the handle should be past the pubic bone and Uresta should be unnoticeable.
When it comes to bowel movements, the act of bearing down relaxes your pelvic floor muscles and moves Uresta closer to the opening (which is why we recommend bearing down to assist with removing Uresta). Some women find they need to take their Uresta out prior to a bowel movement and reinsert after or some find it needs a slight readjustment after a bowel movement.
Beyond bowel movements, if your Uresta seems to be correctly inserted but still won't stay in place, it's worth trying a larger size. Uresta displacement is a sign that additional support is needed to keep it in place. In some cases, several trials with various activities are helpful in identifying your perfect fit.
As a reminder, the sizes in the Starter Kit are 3,4,5 (smallest to largest). If the Size 5 is properly inserted and is still sliding down, you may benefit from a bit of additional support from a larger Size 6 which is available for free within 30 days of your purchase. Simply contact us using the form link below and our team is happy to assist!