Okay, I don’t smoke, nor will I ever, but this is so awesome! It’s a Tentacle Pipe and it’s made by George Burns! No, not that George Burns. That would be a miracle if he were making glass pipes from the grave. Nope, this is from a very talented artist on Etsy! (I will admit, I do miss George Burns. He was a funny old coot…)

Is it weird that I would want a pipe like this even though I don’t smoke? Wonder if I could use it to burn cone incense…

This is the one I saw on Tumblr that got me looking at the rest of George Burns’ work. Unfortunately, this one is no longer in stock…

Each piece is handmade with care, so one just like this will never be available again. Darnit…

Be sure to check out the rest of his work!

Many thanks to all who entered, and to Babeland for sponsoring this giveaway. And now, it’s time to announce the winner!

The Fun Factory Share goes to entry #78, Gory Kory! Congrats, hun! You should be receiving an email from me shortly!

Yes. Yes, we do. Human females go into heat, but not as obviously as other species. This is known as a "hidden estrus" or "concealed ovulation".

What Does That Mean?

The term estrus comes from the Greek word ‘oistros’ (gadfly) and literally means “in a frenzied state”. During this time, females are more sexually receptive to males and may exhibit behaviors to increase their sexual attractiveness. This periodic sex appeal may be referred to as “estrus” or “heat”. (Sanders and Bancroft, 1982; Thornton and Finn, 1998). The term “estrus” may also be used to designate the ovulatory cycle and refer to the timespan in which ovulation occurs (aka “estrus phase”). (Lisk, 1978; Thornton and Finn, 1998)

During the period of ovulation, the cervix increases and thickens its secretions to help sperm find its way to the egg.  This increase in cervical secretions, or mucus, comes with an increase in hormones. These hormones act as an alert that the body is ready for procreation, and also encourages it. They also send out scent signals to the opposite sex.

In general, it is thought that human females do not exhibit an evident and manifest heat period. Due to this belief, many researchers have proposed that this reproductive trait has been lost or absent in human females as a result of the trend from prosimians to humans in cortical expansion and concomitant control over physiological factors (Steklis and Whiteman, 1989). However, recent studies have shown that this reproductive trait has not been lost, but simply glossed over.

What Are the Signs?

Upon closer inspection, human females do exhibit signs of going through a heat period. Signs of heat periods in human females can be observed through appearance, shopping behaviors, and even the amount of tips they make when performing a service.

In 2006, a study in the journal "Hormones and Behavior" found that women actually try harder to look nice during their fertile period. Photos of the subjects were taken during fertile and non-fertile days. Judges were presented the photos, with the faces blacked out, to judge the women on their clothing choice and hairstyle. To avoid any menstruation effects, none of the subjects were photographed right before their period. Subjects appeared to dress and style themselves more attractively during their fertile days.

The needs of ovulating women to appear more attractively may actually effect sales and purchasing decisions. In a study by the Journal of Consumer research, women who were ovulating were more likely to purchase sexy clothing and accessories than women who weren’t ovulating. If ovulation makes women more prone to spending money on sexy things, how are they going to afford all that?

Well, women may actually be able to make more money when they’re ovulating. In 2007, a widely publicized study published in "Evolution and Human Behavior" showed that ovulating strippers made an average of $30 more an hour than menstruating strippers, and $15 more and hour than non-ovulating, non-menstruating strippers. There has also been evidence that waitresses earn more tips during their ovulation period. Such a finding may be caused by the hormones and scents given off at the time of ovulation in addition to a “friendlier” disposition. (Pappas, 2010)

My Experience

The week before my period is… well, it’s bad. I’ve always suspected that I go into heat, and this only proves it. The best way to describe it would be to say that I get horny beyond all measure, apparently to the point of being too persistent and borderline obnoxious (or so my husband says). I haven’t noticed myself dressing any differently, although I haven’t been actively watching for that, and I don’t make any extra tips as a writer. I do, however, tend to give off a scent of onions (which I assume is a good thing since my husband loves onions and garlic).

From the research I’ve done for this article, I’ve seen plenty of women in various forums talking about how bad they get before their period. Even my friends on Twitter will admit to it.

So, to the nay-sayers of human females going into heat, I would have to disagree. No, we may not exhibit the same, or as extreme/obvious behaviors, but we certainly are affected by our ovulation cycle.

This is my fourteenth weekly update for the Noogleberry Experiment. I received my large cups this week, so I’m probably going to get rid of the medium ones. I really like the large ones. They seem to have fix the stalling that I had last week.

Basic Details

Age: 24

Weight: 98lbs

Height: 5’1”

Exercise: Usually Zumba Wii Fitness every weekday

Supplements: vitamin, fenugreek, protein powder

Smoker: No.

Drinker: Rarely.

Starting Measurements:
32 B cup
Under bust: 29"
Around bust: 33"
Over bust: 31"

After 30 Days

32 B cup
Under bust: 28"
Around bust: 33.5"
Over bust: 31.25"

After 60 Days

32 B cup
Under bust: 28"
Around bust: 33.75"
Over bust: 31.875"

I’ll re-measure after 30 days.

5/23/2011

Before Noogling

After Noogling

5/24/2011

Didn’t noogle. I was too busy getting ready for the bed bug inspectors who were supposed to clean/inspect my apartment complex Wednesday.

5/25/2011

Didn’t noogle. I was stuck in the apartment with my mom the whole day waiting for the bed bug inspectors. They never came to inspect my apartment or lay down their little monitors. Basically, it was because we put down a lot of natural deterrents, so they said they weren’t worried about us. Yay! Unfortunately, they’ll be back in a couple months to check on things again.

5/26/2011

Before Noogling

After Noogling

This is the day I got the large cups. Can you tell?

5/27/2011

Before Noogling

Yeah… I’ve got hickies from the cups…

After Noogling

Progress so far…

Like I said before, I won’t be noogling or taking pics over the weekend. I don’t want hubby to know and there’s really no way I can hide it.

This oddly shaped hunk of silicone is Duke, Fun Factory’s latest creation for prostate stimulation. The bulb at the top is fixed in a backwards position to increase the sensation of length and fullness while the bulge presses against the prostate. Also, there’s an arm that juts out to carry vibrations from the bullet to the perineum.

So, how in the world is this thing inserted?

The diagram to the side shows how Duke should look when properly inserted.

The Fun Factory Duke is not a beginner’s anal sex toy. Be sure to use plenty of water-based lube and give yourself or your partner plenty of time to relax before insertion. The bulge after the bulb can be a little difficult to get past. 

When inserted properly, Duke should rest against the prostate, with the outer arm resting against the perineum. I’m glad there is a diagram, because the Duke is sort of funky looking to figure out how it goes in. I’ll be honest, the first time trying to insert this into my husband, I did it backwards and had to remove and reverse it. Oops… And yeah, that was after reading the directions. Ditzy, flustered me…

I actually tried it myself before I tested it out on hubby, though. I was able to get the little bulb at the end in, but not the bulge after it. Trying to do that was a little painful for me, but I’m a tiny little gal, and my anatomy just doesn’t support it. Still, I did manage to bend the front arm/hook up to meet my clit, and had some anal/clitoral fun with the Duke.

Yes, I’m always trying to test hubby’s toys out to see if they’d work for me. Just because they’re labeled “Men’s Sex Toys”, that doesn’t mean I’m just going to accept that and leave them alone. It’s like that little girl who wants to get in the boys’ clubhouse. I did the same thing with his Cobra Libre. (Click to read review)

Was it Easy to Insert?

The first time inserting Duke, I tried to help my husband out. After that proved unsuccessful, I went to the bathroom to wash my hands while he attempted to insert it. Not long after I got to the bathroom, he came in with Duke inserted and a full erection. He had softened while I was trying to insert Duke, so I assumed the state of his penis after he inserted Duke meant he liked it.

I finished washing up and then he got a funny look, said it hurt, and pulled it out. That was the only time it was uncomfortable, and we still don’t know what happened. I’m just betting that it’s because he’s not used to anal sex toys and clenched. He insisted he was relaxed and didn’t clench, but I’m not so sure about that.

Since he hadn’t kept it in for sex the first time, I convinced him to give it another go. The bullet wasn’t charged, so I just left that out. Within less than a minute, he had Duke in. Without the hard bullet to fill up the cavity, Duke is more flexible and soft. Of course, doing that meant no vibes, but he seemed to like it anyway.

We have been working on inserting it while the bullet is in. It takes a little more effort, but the extra stimulation from the bullet is worth it.

How Did It Feel? / Did It Stimulate the Prostate?

Although it is easier for hubby to get Duke in without the bullet in it, and he does like it that way, keeping the bullet in does make a difference.

Without the bullet, Duke stimulates the prostate a little with the gentle pressure that it exerts against it. The arm that carries the vibes to the perineum isn’t noticeable.

With the bullet, Duke is much better. The vibrations are fairly deep and rumbly. If I take the bullet out and turn it on, it actually sort of jerks around in my hand. You can see an example of that in the video later in the review. The highest level of vibration seems to best stimulate the prostate and carry over through the perineum stimulation arm. For some reason, hubby doesn’t really pick up on the pulse patterns.

Any Issues with Plug Twist?

Nope. Duke stays in place each time we use it. He can stand, walk, shuffle around, lay on his side, and whatever he pleases without the Duke moving or coming out. The upper bulge seems to keep it in him pretty securely.

Is It Easy to remove?

Yes. We’ve had no issues. Just relax, grip the base and gently pull it out.

General Specs

Size:

• Length: 8 1/2"
• Insertable length: 5 1/2"
• Circumference: 4 3/4"
• Diameter: 1 1/2"

Material: silicone with an ABS bullet

Lube: water-based lube only

Water-proof: No. The bullet in Duke is only splash-proof. Do not submerge the bullet!

Power: click ‘n charge (rechargeable)

Charging the Duke is very simple. Just plug the click-and-charge into an outlet and line up the magnetic FUN plug with the magnetic FUN logo on the Duke. The magnetic plug will only attach to the toy in one position. The instructional pamphlet says that the Duke should be left on the charger for 2 hours for the initial charge. The charge will last about 30 minutes on the highest setting.

Vibration Level: 3/5 The vibrations are powerful, but not overly so.

Noise Level: 2/5 When Duke is inserted, it’s very quiet. You won’t be able to hear this under the covers when it’s inserted.

Cleaning: Remove the bullet from the Duke before cleaning. You can clean the silicone body with soap and water, toy cleaner, toy wipes, boil for 3 minutes, submerge in a 10% bleach solution, or place it in the top rack of the dishwasher. For the bullet, just wipe it down with a clorox wipe or toy wipe.

Storage: Store in a place free of dust and not touching any other toys

Packaging: As per usual with Fun Factory, the packaging of the Duke is rather simple and to the point. The gray flap is magnetically secured to another flap (Rip those little magnets out for later use on the fridge or whatnot. They’re small and super strong.) Open it up and you’ll find a diagram detailing what each area of the Duke is for, and in several languages. Instructions, a small catalogue, and a lube packet are included.

Questions, Anyone?

1. Used by itself and without masturbation or other stimulation, can it make a man come?  If so, is it like a regular orgasm?

A) A man could potentially come from using Duke hands-free, but I won’t guarantee that. You’d be better off getting a prostate toy that you could sit and rock with like the Fun Factory Bootie. B) Orgasm from prostate stimulation is not the same as orgasm from stimulation of the penis.

2. Is it designed mainly for anal/prostate stimulation only, or is it also for accompanying masturbation?

You can use Duke for both.

3. What about using it during intercourse?  Is that even possible?

Using it during intercourse is fine. It doesn’t get in the way, and that’s the way we use it the most. Like I said earlier in the review, he can move any which way he pleases and it’s just fine.

4. How did you and your hubby use it?

How I used it is actually mentioned earlier in the review, a couple paragraphs after the diagram. Hubby’s spoiled and always has me for stimulation, so he never really uses toys on his own. For the most part, we keep it in for intercourse. It adds a little more oomph to oral, too.

5. In which of the above situation did he get the most pleasure/stimulation? Did it do anything for you?

It’s best for him to lay, stand, or kneel with the Duke in. Sitting on it can be a slight problem if the surface he’s sitting on isn’t soft. He’s said that no certain position feels different, but it seems better during oral. Physically, Duke doesn’t do anything for me when hubby has it in. Mentally, it’s a turn on because I can hear and feel by his actions that he’s getting more out of it. Since the arm that sticks out stimulates the perineum and is hidden behind the scrotal sack, the vibrations don’t transfer to my genitals.

6. I have often heard that intense anal stimulation in a man, although pleasant, actually detracts from the focus on the penis, and often allows the penis to go soft.  Did you find that to be the case?

If a guy has to concentrate to keep an erection, this may happen. However, if anal stimulation is turning the guy on, he should have no issues keeping an erection, assuming that he’s a healthy male with no erectile issues or issues with anal stimulation. Of course, men vary wildly, so just take that as an "in general” statement. We’ve had no cases of him going soft other than the first time trying to get it in, and that was because I was taking too long and mucked things up trying to get it in. Getting a toy in his anus is much more difficult than getting one in my own, for some reason.

And Here’s a Short Demo Video for You:

Rating: 5/5 Although the Duke did take some getting used to, hubby seems pretty pleased with it. And, of course, anything that makes him happy makes me happy. Really, I have enough of my own sex toys. It’s only fair that he has a few! Fun Factory did a great job with this anal sex toy. It stays in (which is something I can’t say for another anal sex toy we have for hubby), stimulates multiple areas, is body-safe, and rechargeable. I have yet to find a Fun Factory toy that I don’t like.

FTC Statement: The Fun Factory Duke was provided to True Pleasures free of charge by Babeland in exchange for a review. Links from Babeland’s Affiliate Program have been used. This has not affected the opinions within the review and complies with FTC standards.

I’m sure I’m not the only one who has had to rush and hide sex toys in an absolute panic before company comes over. Recently, I’ve had pest control come to inspect the complex that my apartment is in, and that meant stashing sex toys and Liberator shapes in every possible place I could think of that the inspectors wouldn’t think of. Ugh… That was a pain in the butt.

Since most people just have sex toys, we’ll go over that first:

1. The easiest thing to do would be to get yourself a locking storage case (or cases depending on how many sex toys you own. I have 2 cases, and they’re not enough.)
2. Shuffle your lingerie drawer around to conceal any sex toys within.
3. Stuff your sex toys in socks and then store them in storage bins. That’s where some of mine are right now.
4. Use any type of storage meant for regular items. Why not?
5. Suitcases are another option.
6. You could hide your sex toys in  a pillow or under the bed, but I wouldn’t recommend it if you have inspectors coming.
7. Since most guests, no matter whether they are inspectors or not, are not going to look in your fridge, you could hide your sex toys there. I would not put vibrators in the fridge, though. Depending on the level of technology involved, you may damage your vibrator.
8. You could hide your silicone, non-vibrating toys in the dishwasher. I mean, that’s just another way to clean them anyway.
9. If you have a trunk as a coffee table, use it! They won’t look in there! Hopefully…
10. If you’re really desperate, hide them in the dirty laundry.

Hiding Liberator Shapes

1. Assuming you have a walk-in closet and enough junk to fill a regular storage bin, cram a storage bin in the corner of your closet in order to elevate things and place your Liberator shapes on top, making sure to line up the angles so that everything fits like puzzle pieces. Cover up your stash with long clothes. Dresses, bathrobes, long men’s shirts, and pants work well. Now all it looks like is that you have a storage bin under your clothes and nothing more.
2. Snip up a bunch of plastic bags, tape them together, and wrap them around your Liberator shapes. They’ll still be visible, but at least nobody will be able to touch/inspect them.

So… yeah, that’s all the ideas I have/had. Don’t worry if you have to hide your things all of a sudden. Panic will aid your creativity. If you have any other suggestions, leave them in the comments!

The time has come to announce the winner of the Rainbow Amor Dildo from Babeland! And the Random Number Generator says…

The winner is entry #202, Red Vinyl Kitty! Congrats! You should be receiving an email from me shortly!

Thank you to all who entered, and don’t miss out on my other giveaway of a Fun Factory Share Dildo!

Click here to enter!

Yeah, you read it right. It’s the Tentacle Dildo from…

Through a friend of BunnyBoi Lube, I was able to obtain this specially-made Tentacle Dildo! To my knowledge, we’re the only two people who own this particular tentacle. If you want one, it would probably be best to contact me.

I requested mine in Ursula’s colors. She was one of my favorite Disney villainesses. And before you start asking me if I had a thing for her since she has tentacles, let me go ahead and tell you that the answer is “No”. I just like the color of her tentacles. Otherwise, she kind of creeps me out with that makeup job.

This tentacle is so much different than any of the others that I’ve had before.

I have to say, with this tentacle, I can really feel the suckers. I probably should have gotten myself a little bit more worked up the first time I used this, but that’s what lube is for. The suckers are very pronounced and the insides are actually little nubs that you can manipulate with your finger.

The suckers on this tentacle are so much easier to feel when sliding them over my skin. When erect, my nipples sometimes get caught in the suckers for a second. Yes, the suckers are actually pronounced enough for that.

Like most of my other tentacles, this one has a smooth back, but it’s just a little different.

You see, instead of the tentacle forming all the way to the base, it rounds off about an inch above the base. The back of the tentacle is framed with a firm ridge as an outline. That makes it a bit easier to see where it ends in the picture.

It also helps to create a knot. The bulgy bottom of the tentacle makes an interesting knot. Despite my luck in taking the knot with the Karabos Dildo (review here), I haven’t been able to make it past the rim and take the knot with this tentacle. I’m not sure why.

Of course, not being able to take the knot yet doesn’t stop my enjoyment of this toy.

I’ve found that the best way for me to use this tentacle is to keep the sucker side towards my back and smooth side towards my front. Since the smooth side curves up, it hits my g-spot just right. Plus, at the same time, the suckers stimulate my labia and vaginal walls.

This tentacle may not be mass produced, but the artist definitely knew what they were doing. After each session, I always make such a mess that the suckers look like eyes due to the cum filling the cavities.

I’m sure you can tell from the side view above how far the suckers stick out. Because of this, I would definitely recommend boiling this toy. It’s just easier because you won’t have to individually clean each sucker.

Material: Pure silicone

Firmness: flexible without being squishy

Lube: Water-based lube only!

Cleaning: Warm water and soap, top rack dishwasher-safe, soak in a 10% bleach solution, boil for 3 minutes

I just had to take a picture of it in the boiling pot of water. Doesn’t it look cool with all the bubbles around it? Of course, I didn’t just sterilize the base. I wanted it standing up for the photo, though. It’s almost like one of those cheesy horror movies where the water bubbles and some sea monster attacks.

Storage: Store by itself, not touching any other toys, in a dust-free place.

Vibration Transfer: Vibrations transfer decently, although a fair amount is lost on it’s way to the tip.

Anal Safe: Yes, but I don’t think I’ll be able to take it any time soon.

Harness-Compatible: Yes.

Rating: 5/5 Although I do love all my previous tentacles, it’s nice to have this one to all a little diversity. For those who really want to feel the suckers, this is the tentacle for you. And one of these day, I will take that knot! Many thanks to the artist who made this! I love your work!

Ok, I’ll admit I was a little hesitant to try this Anal Relaxing Spray out. Being ever the worrywart, a handful of thoughts ran through my head. Mostly I was afraid of it relaxing me too much and well… let’s not go there. I don’t want to get all gross on you.

Anyway, in an effort to avoid anything unsavory, I decided to go to the bathroom before trying the Anal Relaxing Spray out. It has a spray top to it, so I attempted to spray it at my anus. That was not thought out well. It goes everywhere but where it should, and that’s not a good thing when silicone-based products are involved. It will stain fabric.

I ended up spraying it onto my fingers and applying it that way. Trying to spray something on your own anus is really not as easy as you’d think. And then I waited. You need to wait 3-10 minutes for it to take effect completely.

I figured 5 minutes was enough and I pulled out a dildo. (FYI Do not use silicone sex toys after you’ve applied the Anal Relaxing Spray! It is silicone-based and can cause a reaction with a silicone sex toy.) To my surprise, it went in with little problem and took me way less time than it usually would for me to get it in.

The Intimate Organics Adventure Anal Relaxing Spray is not a numbing agent, it simply relaxes you. I could still feel everything I normally would, it was just easier to get things in.

To the left is an image of the back of the packaging. The Anal Relaxing Spray is paraben-free, DEA-free, naturally derived and vegan.

The only thing that bothers me about the package is that it says it is “fresh orange”. To me, this is definitely not a good description of the product. Because of the clove oil, the Anal Relaxing Spray smells much more like a spiced orange tea than fresh citrus.

Also, I thought it somewhat strange for the package to say it’s a “women’s anal spray” and not just one for everyone. That led me to wonder if Intimate Organics has a Anal Relaxing Spray for men. They do. It’s really not much different that the one for women, though. I see little point to making one for each gender if there’s not going to be much of a difference, but whatever.

Ingredients: dimethicone, isopropyl myristate, syzgium aromaticum (clove) oil, certified organic helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, certified organic lycium barbarum (goji berry) fruit extract, and certified cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) extract (and) certified organic aloe barbadensis (aloe) leaf extract

Latex-safe: Yes.

Complaints:

• Having a spray top on the bottle is pointless because it’s difficult to spray my own anus
• It’s silicone-based so you can’t use any silicone toys after applying it. Yes, that really does annoy me.
• It may just be me being picky, but I do not like the smell.

Rating: 3/5 The method of application wasn’t thought out very well, and the smell bothers me. I don’t quite like smelling like potpourri the rest of the day. It does work well and it doesn’t have any unsafe chemicals that would numb the anus. However, I’m not completely happy with it. It’s a good idea, but it needs a better execution.

FTC Statement: This sex toy review sponsored by Adult Sex Toys over 8,000 sex toys and adult toys to choose from. The Anal Relaxing Spray was provided to True Pleasures for free by AdultSexToys.com in return for a review. This has not affected the opinions within the review.

Remember when I reviewed the Liberator Heart Wedge? Well, it’s not my only wedge from Liberator! I bought this baby as part of the Wedge/Ramp combo a little over a year ago and have been loving it!

Should I Hide This From Company?

Since I’ve seen a few memory foam pillows that are somewhat Wedge-like, I wouldn’t be too worried about leaving the Liberator Wedge out. The only thing that might give it away is the Liberator valkyrie but, if your guests don’t know about Liberator, you should be in the clear.

Shape and Size

Dimensions: L-14” x W-24” x H-7” (tapers down to 2")

The Heart Wedge that I reviewed a while ago (click here for review) has basically the same incline as the Wedge, but it’s more compact. It’s about a 6” difference, plus the base narrows to a point.

(Yes, I realize that it looks like the Heart Wedge is not matched properly with the edge of the Wedge in the first picture. Trust me, it is.)

Since the Wedge is larger than the Heart Wedge, you’ll have a better chance of it being wide enough for you or your partner. The Wedge also feels firmer. Pair that with the greater surface area to distribute your weight on and you’ve got a Wedge that won’t crush easily. Unlike the Heart Wedge, the Wedge does not get squished under my 200lb husband.

Positions

Ok, just bear with me on the Cosmosutra pics. I need visuals, though, people…

Blue – Just because he’s holding her legs, that doesn’t mean she can relax completely. The best thing to do would be to place the Wedge in that empty space with the smaller end towards her ribs so that the slope elevates her hips. If there’s nothing there, she’ll probably be sore the next day, or have her muscles give out halfway through sex. I speak from experience.

Red – Since the Wedge lifts my pelvis up, it gives hubby a better angle to thrust into me and lifts him up, putting more of his weight on his forearms instead of laying flat on me and squishing me. I love this position, but got squished often before. Plus, the leverage of the Wedge and the position it puts him in gives it a more doggy-style, animalistic feel rather than the feel of a giant, heavy snake slithering back and forth over me.

Purple – The position guide that came with the Wedge actually had this position with the Wedge underneath the couple’s legs with the woman’s lower legs resting on it, slimmer edge towards her knees. Yeah… It really doesn’t do much good in that position.

Invisible – Yes, there is an invisible position picture up there. Didn’t you see it? Fine, I’m fibbing. There are no oral sex Cosmosutra positions. How ridiculous is that!? Anyway, placing the Wedge under the woman to elevate her hips should place her at an easier level to be eaten out. Having a man elevate his hips on it for this, however, did prove a bit awkward for us. Hubby’s a giant and I’m a munchkin. It doesn’t help to elevate him up to give him oral. However, since brings his penis pretty much to chest level with me, it does work out decently for a tit fuck. (Is there any better way to say that? That’s all I’ve ever heard it called.)

These are just some of the positions we’re tried with the Wedge, but we pretty much always need some sort of assistance since he’s so tall and I’m so short. It’s hard to align our naughty bits sometimes. Most of the time, hubby just grabs the Heart Wedge because it sits out on a chair. The Wedge is in the closet on a shelf, so he just takes the easiest one to get to. Really, there’s not much difference.

Of course, the Wedge isn’t just for straight couples, it’s just what visuals were easiest for me to find.

Packaging?

My Wedge actually came as part of the Wedge/Ramp combo, so packaging for an individual Wedge would probably be different than that of what mine was in. Basically, both pieces were in plastic and in a product box that seemed to be turned inside out. In other words, the advertising was on the inside of the box. Yes, there are half naked people, so keep that in mind. Also included was a position guide, which also contains half naked people.

Cleaning and Care

The Wedge comes in three parts. First, you have the microfiber cover. Unzip that to reveal the water-proof nylon cover. Unzip that and you will find a  contoured furniture grade polyurethane foam, which makes up the shape of the wedge. And, just in case you forget, the care instructions are sewn to the inside of the microfiber cover.

Washing Liberator gear covers makes them even better. They get softer with every wash, like your favorite pair of jeans.

The Microfiber Cover: Microfiber is very soft and almost like velvet. The nice thing about the material is that it keeps the Wedge right where you need it without it slipping and sliding around. Microfiber against other microfiber items means they’re not going to slip around. Take, for example, the Heart Wedge pictured on the Wedge earlier in the review. If I would put any amount of weight on it and try to move it against the Wedge, it wouldn’t budge.

Just follow the instructions on the tag that is sewn to it. Machine wash separately or with like colors in cold water in a delicate cycle. Tumble dry on low and remove just before it’s completely dry; then put it back on the Wedge ASAP to retain shape.

The Nylon Cover: Though the polyester cover is machine-washable, I doubt you’ll have the need. You can easily spot clean it but, if you do decide to machine wash it, use the gentle cycle on cold and tumble on low. Take it out just before it’s dry and slip it back over your Wedge ASAP to keep the shape.

The Foam Wedge: Never use this without the covers on! Once this gets dirty, it’ll be a pain in the butt to clean! If you just can’t wait, at least make sure that the nylon cover is on it.

There was actually another layer to mine. Between the microfiber cover and nylon cover, I discovered a nylon cover with a handle. I’m not sure if every Wedge has this. Neither my Pulse, my Heart Wedge, nor my Décor Whirl have this layer. Of course, I’m not complaining. This will make it much easier to transport when we move.

Rating: 5/5 I love the Wedge. It can actually hold up to hubby’s weight and, due to it being wider, seems a little more stable and firm to me. If you’re trying to make a decision between the Heart Wedge and the original Wedge, I think the main thing is to consider the size of whoever will be using it and their weight. If the user is small and lightweight, I’d just go for the Heart Wedge. Of course, most people aren’t tiny like me, so the Wedge would be a safe bet for anyone.

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