Teneo uno, to have to hold one.
While I found this particular ball to be too light for my needs, I would go back to Fun Factory for my kegel toys without any hesitation. This toy is wonderfully designed, especially the notch that makes it easy to insert. If it had a bit more weight, it would be a perfect toy.Published: November 28, 2011
Pros:
Great design, awesome colors
Cons:
Too light
Smartballs Teneo Uno is my second go at a kegel exercise toy---while I feel this one is higher quality than my other, I don’t think it was as successful. Though I may note that this is my first attempt at using a single ball rather than the double, which may in the end have something to do with it.
This easy to use, stylish, vaginal ball is made by Fun Factory. It is made of Silicone and is 4 3/4" and 1 1/2" in diameter. From tip to tip it is 5”, when you break it up the cord takes up most of that length at 3 1/2” long. The cord is attached well, and doesn’t give the feeling it’ll break it off when tugging at it, though after reading, I seen a few other reviewers did have a problem---so to be safe be gentle while pulling this out. What I liked best about this particular design is the finger notch at the bottom of it, this really aids the insertion process. Also, you aren’t locked in one color design---Smartballs Teneo come in a very wide variety of colors for you to choose from.
When I initially took this out of the silver and red cardboard box it came in, I could feel the insides of the ball shaking around. It is easy to put in with a little water based lube or even saliva, and goes in like a tampon. Luckily they are generous enough to provide a packet of water based lube for your first time use in the box. They recommend using it for 5 hours a day, for 4 weeks. These can be worn during your every day activities---I like using them while I clean the apartment. After the 4 weeks they recommend moving up to the duo, which I sadly don’t own but the idea is to move up in weight to train your pelvic floor to strengthen over time. This is similar to your every day gym activity, you don’t start with the 10 lb weight, you start at the 5. But since I had a hard time feeling this one, I feel like I might actually have better luck with the duo or just a heavier kegel toy.
This easy to use, stylish, vaginal ball is made by Fun Factory. It is made of Silicone and is 4 3/4" and 1 1/2" in diameter. From tip to tip it is 5”, when you break it up the cord takes up most of that length at 3 1/2” long. The cord is attached well, and doesn’t give the feeling it’ll break it off when tugging at it, though after reading, I seen a few other reviewers did have a problem---so to be safe be gentle while pulling this out. What I liked best about this particular design is the finger notch at the bottom of it, this really aids the insertion process. Also, you aren’t locked in one color design---Smartballs Teneo come in a very wide variety of colors for you to choose from.
When I initially took this out of the silver and red cardboard box it came in, I could feel the insides of the ball shaking around. It is easy to put in with a little water based lube or even saliva, and goes in like a tampon. Luckily they are generous enough to provide a packet of water based lube for your first time use in the box. They recommend using it for 5 hours a day, for 4 weeks. These can be worn during your every day activities---I like using them while I clean the apartment. After the 4 weeks they recommend moving up to the duo, which I sadly don’t own but the idea is to move up in weight to train your pelvic floor to strengthen over time. This is similar to your every day gym activity, you don’t start with the 10 lb weight, you start at the 5. But since I had a hard time feeling this one, I feel like I might actually have better luck with the duo or just a heavier kegel toy.
Experience
You cannot hear the toy from the outside during use, even if you could the noise the toy makes when just shaking it around in your hand does not immediately scream “Noise? It must be coming from her vagina!” With the other pair I have I felt it most when just standing still, the weight would register and I would squeeze to pull them up---thus omitting the pleasuring feeling and strengthening my pelvic muscles. With these I didn’t really remember I had them in unless I really thought about it and remembered to do my kegels, and even then, the feeling was there but not as powerful as an experience.
I found it easier to put in then take out---it was easy, but made a bit of a mess while pulling it out. Since the body of this ball has a ton of ridges cleaning will take a little longer. I have a mini brush I use from a travel kit, to clean my toys that are peskier---I initially tried use a wipe but it took too long to really get everything out of the ridges. To store it, it goes in a baggie like many other toys that don’t need their original box. It would be pretty neat if Eden sold pouches about half the size of their regular toy pouches for toys like this.
Because of the weight issue, I can only rate this toy a 3. Which is hard for me to do, because it really isn't a "bad" toy. I just think this particular one didn't do it for me in the end.
I found it easier to put in then take out---it was easy, but made a bit of a mess while pulling it out. Since the body of this ball has a ton of ridges cleaning will take a little longer. I have a mini brush I use from a travel kit, to clean my toys that are peskier---I initially tried use a wipe but it took too long to really get everything out of the ridges. To store it, it goes in a baggie like many other toys that don’t need their original box. It would be pretty neat if Eden sold pouches about half the size of their regular toy pouches for toys like this.
Because of the weight issue, I can only rate this toy a 3. Which is hard for me to do, because it really isn't a "bad" toy. I just think this particular one didn't do it for me in the end.
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Teneo uno - time it takes to feel a difference?
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how long have you been using the uno and have you felt any diffrence in your orgasums or anything for that matter?
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Tips for Teneo Uno
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Hi everyone, I just purchased the Teneo Uno and I'm having trouble feeling any sensation from the inner ball when doing Kegels. Does anyone have any tips? Is it possible that I'm inserting it too high? I did feel the inner ball during removal.
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I have never felt much sensation from any of the smartballs products other than when I'm moving around at a fairly fast pace.
Just squeezing them does nothing to the inner ball. In fact, it actually isn't designed to. The inner ball moves when you move, working your muscles automatically so you don't "have" to do kegels. Vaginal balls do very little if you're just sitting still.
I think, while it's good to actively do kegels around the ball(s) it's not going to be enough to get sensation from the inner ball. For that you have to move. -
Quote: I have never felt much sensation from any of the smartballs products other than when I'm moving around at a fairly fast pace.Thanks Carrie Ann, I also tried walking around and doing short runs and I didn't really feel anything. I'll give it time and maybe I'll grow more sensitive to any changes that are happening.
Just squeezing them does nothing to the inner ball. In fact, it actually isn't designed to. The inner ball moves when you move, working your muscles automatically so you don't "have" to do kegels. Vaginal balls do very little if you're just sitting still.
I think, while it's good to actively do kegels around the ball(s) it's not going to be enough to get sensation from the inner ball. For that you have to move.
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Best cleaning method for Smartball Teneo Uno
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Besides the regular soap/hot water method, can I clean my Uno by:
1. Quick soak in 70% Isopropyl Alcohol
2. Soak in boiling water
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Oops, I didn't mean to post my inquiry in the General Discussion area. I thought I was just sending a question directly to the Eden people. Sorry!
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Quote: Besides the regular soap/hot water method, can I clean my Uno by:umm is that safe for the toy. wont it break down over time if you keep cleaning it like that?
1. Quick soak in 70% Isopropyl Alcohol
2. Soak in boiling water
Thank you very much!
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This is my first review without a editor, let me know if I have any errors that stand out. Im nervous as hell.
you did a great job thanks so much! If you're looking for a heavier exercisor, I would recommend the Duo, they work like a charm
I was really thinking about the duo since I do love the design so much. Ill probably pick some up, but in what color?! haha I love that there are so many options.
Maybe it wasn't effective because it was your second kegal exerciser? I've never had one before but this is on my wishlist so I hope I would have better luck whenever I finally get my hands on one. Kudos on getting the black/pink its very pretty.
Starkiller, you did amazingly! I'm very proud of you Both in storytelling and in lack of typos
I've considered these from time to time, and I'm glad to hear you'd vote with starting with the Duo. Now I'm much more likely to do the same.
Nice job! It is nerve wracking to publish without an editor, but you did a great job. No typos to be seen. I also liked that you mentioned that even though you haven't had trouble with the cord detaching, some users have - those kinds of details really make a review thorough. Good job here!
you did great thanks for the review!
Great review!
Thanks for the great review
Thanks for the review
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Thanks for the review