For many years, we have been told that if you want to take the reins of your reproductive health, you have to sign a ‘contract’ with synthetic hormones. We have allowed the mood swings, the lowered libido, the inexplicable weight changes, and the skin flare ups as the price of freedom. But how on earth could you not be aware of this? There is a way to be fully protected without turning your internal chemistry upside down.

If you have ever felt like a stranger in your own body because of the pill, a patch or an injection then this is not just another article, it’s an intervention. We are diving right into the world of the FemCap, specifically the Pearl and Emerald models, to show you why the future of contraception isn’t another hormone to add into your body but rather a beautifully engineered medical grade silicone masterpiece! 

The Hidden Burden We All Carry

Let’s be true, the trouble is not only pregnancy prevention. The problem is the methodical exhaustion women feel from managing the long list of side effects. According to searches on Answer the Public, many women are asking; “Why does the pill make me sad?” and “Non hormonal birth control that actually works.”

We have been taught to think that the word natural means risky. We have been told if we do not have a device implanted into our uterus or a steady stream of synthetic hormones in our blood that we are not being responsible. That is a myth that will end today. Knowing that you can have a 96%-98% effectiveness rate with perfect use of a barrier method like this one will truly change your life. It means you can have your normal cycle, your natural libido and peace of mind all at the same time.

The “Sailor’s Hat” That Changed the Game

Picture a device designed by someone who actually hears what women have to say. Dr. Alfred Shihata, a physician with over forty years in reproductive health saw the struggle many women were facing. He saw women suffering from the long-term systemic effects of hormones and came to the realization that old-school diaphragms were uncomfortable, large and for lack of a better word, outdated.

He did not just tweak the old design, he completely revolutionized it. It is shaped like a tiny sailor’s hat. It is made of 100% medical grade silicone. It has no Latex, no BPA and no nonsense. It is soft, flexible and intentionally designed to fit snugly over the cervix, creating a physical barricade that sperm simply cannot cross.

The Right fit changes everything: Pearl vs. Emerald

One of the largest reasons barrier methods failed us in the past was because they had a ‘one size’ for all floating around. Our bodies change, a woman who has never been pregnant has a different cervical shape than a woman who has carried a child full term.

The Pearl FemCap (22mm)

This one is for the woman who has never been pregnant. It is a small, precise and designed for a firm and secure fit.

The Emerald FemCap (30mm)

 This is for the warriors, the women who have given birth vaginally or had an emergency C-section, their cervix has done incredible work and its shape reflects that. The emerald size accounts for that change, ensuring the seal remains in place.

(Note; there is also a 26mm Sapphire option for those who have had miscarriages or planned c-sections)

Did you know that you don’t need a doctor to perform a painfully invasive fitting, you just need to know your own history.

How Does it work?

Plenty of women are reluctant because they think a barrier method will put a damper on things. Let’s debunk this right now.

The Spontaneity factor. You can insert the device up to 42 hours prior to even thinking about sex. Read that again slowly. You can put it in on a Friday afternoon and not think about it until Sunday! It does not move, or leak and in the clinical trials 100% of women reported they could not feel it once inserted. Something even better, 88% of partners never noticed it was there in the first place! And for the ones that did, it was described as a non-issue.

The Routine:

• Prep: Apply a bit of spermicide o the groove and the brim.
• Insert: Fold it and slide it in as you would a menstrual cup. It hooks over the cervix.
• Live life: Go for a walk, go to work, go on a date.
• Wait: After the main event you leave it as is for 6 hours to ensure complete protection.
• Remove: Make use of the built-in removal strap, a very generous upgrade from the old-fashioned caps that would get lost up there.

Why This is the “Change” Your Body is Begging For

When you switch over to this non-hormonal method, a revival is often what happens; the return of the real you. 

Hormonal birth control works by stopping you from ovulating, however ovulation is a sign of health. It is when your testosterone peaks, your energy flies high and your libido is at its highest point. You get to feel all those peaks and valleys. You get the chance to feel human again!

Financially Sustainable and Eco Friendly

We are currently living in an era of excessive waste. Give a thought to the packaging of the pill or the rubber condoms. A single FemCap can last for two whole years! Not only is it sustainable, it is vegan-friendly and it is a solid investment in your future.

The Ultimate Control

You are not relying on your partner remembering a condom. You are not relying on a pharmacy to refill your prescription on time. You aren’t waiting for a doctor’s appointment to have the device removed if you decide you are ready to conceive. You are the one in charge, if you want to get pregnant tomorrow you simply just don’t put the cap in. Your fertility is restored instantly because it was never repressed to begin with.

What the Interweb is Asking

According to Answer the Public, one of the most searched questions is ‘is there a safe way to track my cycle while staying protected?”

It is the perfect partner for Fertility Awareness Methods (FAM). Since you have to check the cap every 48 hours (if you are wearing it continuously) you become intimately acquainted with your cervical mucus. You begin to see the patterns. You take on the role of scientist of your own body. You can use the FemCap only during your ovulation window or use it every day to give you peace of mind.

Another big concern is safety. Unlike IUDs, there is absolutely no risk of uterine perforation. Unlike the pill there is no risk of blood clots or strokes. It is a surface level, non-invasive shield.

You have studied the statistics, you have felt the incredible frustration of the hormonal haze, now it’s time to act.

If you have never been pregnant and want to reclaim your natural cycle, the Pearl FemCap is your new bestie. If you have experienced the life changing event of childbirth and want a dependable hormone free way to space out the next chapter, the Emerald FemCap is waiting for you!

Don’t even think about waiting another month for the bleeding or the mood swings to tell you something isn’t right. Switching over to a non-hormonal lifestyle is truly the greatest gift you can give your endocrine system.