STILL CAN’T DECIDE?
Always opt for the largest applicable FemCap™ if you have had multiple pregnancies with different outcomes.
For example, if you’ve had a miscarriage, a scheduled c-section, and a vaginal birth, you should order the Emerald (30mm) because of the vaginal birth.
Key Features
- hormone-free
- easy handling
- no side effects
- reusable for 2 years
- latex-free
- no adjustment necessary
- environmentally friendly
- no impairment of sexual sensations of both partners
- always only to be used when it is necessary
- together with the contraceptive gel it offers double safety
INSERTION + REMOVAL TIPS
User Guide for the Modern Cervical Cap
It’s important to thoroughly educate yourself on how to properly use and care for your modern cervical cap. Some people find that there is a little bit of a learning curve but most report that within a week or two, they felt comfortable inserting and removing the device and it became a regular part of their routine. Condoms can be used in addition to the FemCap™ during this transition time.
View the FemCap™ User Guide
Important things to know about using FemCap™
Femcap™ must be used every time you have sex
Unlike hormonal birth control, FemCap™ does not prevent you from ovulating. That means you can become pregnant on the days that you are fertile if you fail to wear the FemCap™ during intercourse. If you are very sexually active, we recommend that you use FemCap™ as a continuous barrier by making it a part of your daily routine to remove, wash, and reinsert your FemCap™. That way, you’ll always be ready and protected from unwanted pregnancy.
Wear FemCap™ for up to 48 hours at a time
FemCap™ can be inserted anytime between 15 minutes and 42 hours before sex. When you become aroused, your vaginal wall lengthens and your cervix lifts higher into your body. That is why it is important that you insert your FemCap™ before you become aroused.
With FemCap™, you can decide whether to wear it all the time for continuous protection, or just on an as needed basis. If you want continous protection, you can remove, wash and reinsert FemCap™ as part of your daily ritual.
Alternatively, you can insert it before you anticipate having intercourse, like before a date, for example.
Spermicide is required
Sperm can live for up to 5 days inside of you and the FemCap™ needs to be removed at least every 48 hours to be washed. That is why spermicide is required to be used with the FemCap™. Apply a generous amount of spermicide to the bowl, groove, and outer rim.
Spermicide does not need to be reapplied if you have sex multiple times within the 42 hour window but you’re welcome to insert more spermicide into your vagina (without removing the FemCap) between sex acts if you have intercourse multiple times in a 42 hour period.
Leave FemCap™ in for at least 6 hours after sex
FemCap™ must be left in for at least 6 hours after sex (24 hours max) so that the spermicide can destroy any sperm inside of you. If you remove the FemCap™ before 6 hours, you risk becoming pregnant since the spermicide needs time to work.
Do NOT use your FemCap™ if you have your period
FemCap™ cannot be used during menstruation because it fits over the cervix and would impede the natural flow of menstrual fluid, causing increased risk of toxic shock syndrome. We recommend that you use another form of birth control like condoms while you have your period.
Wash your FemCap™ at least every 48 hours
To care for your FemCap™, remove and wash the cap with antibacterial soap at least every 48 hours. Let it dry completely and either reinsert the FemCap™ or place it in its storage container until the next time you want to use it.
You should not use this device if you have:
- an allergy to silicone or spermicide
- a history of toxic shock syndrome
- a history of cervical cancer or other cervical conditions
- significant prolapse
- a flat cervix
- an increased risk of STI transmission
- given birth or had an abortion within the last 8 weeks
Useful Resources
View the FemCap™ User Guide
FemCap User Guide
Download the FemCap User Guide
