Answers to your questions!

Here are answers to some of the more common questions we are asked. They are sorted by category. PLEASE email us if you have a question you feel would be useful to have answered here – it will be updated for you regularly!

Coaching Questions

Do you have a Coaching guarantee?
Can I receive coaching if I don’t live in Nanaimo, BC?
Can I receive coaching if I don’t live in Canada?
How do I receive one-on-one coaching in person?

Event & Tele-Seminar Questions

Are workshops women only or co-ed?
Is there nudity at any of your workshops?
Do I have to give my real name on a tele-seminar?
Are the tele-seminars recorded?
Is there a long distance charge for tele-seminars?
Where is Kim going to be speaking live next?

Ordering Questions

What name will appear on my credit card bill?
How will the product(s) be shipped?
What is your product guarantee?
How secure is my credit card information?

Home Party Questions

How many guests do I need to host a Lioness for Lovers Sexual Empowerment Party?
What do I need to provide?

Sex Toys Questions

How do I select a vibrator?
How do I clean my vibrator?
Can I get “desensitized” by too much vibrator use?
I’ve heard I shouldn’t use good quality batteries in my toys – is this true?
What are dual mode vibrators?
How do I introduce a vibrator into my relationship?
Who selects the products you carry?
What are Ben Wa Balls?

Sexual Terms

What is Fellatio?
What is Cunnilingus?
What does “69″ refer to?

Sex Toys Questions

How do I select a vibrator?
Since over 70% of us women need direct clitoral stimulation to achieve orgasm, most vibrators are purchased with external (clitoral) stimulation in mind. The compact or the powerful are excellent for this. They give strong and consistent stimulation. A variable speed (strong, stronger and strongest) option is the as some women like the option of increasing or decreasing the strength as they proceed to get closer to orgasm.

If you or your partner like the option of having penetration with your vibrator, then a more life-like vibrator such as the Simple & True or the Blue Jelly are excellent choices. The softer jelly-type materials will absorb the vibration somewhat so if you have trouble reaching climax, these may not be as effective as they aren’t as powerful as the harder plastic types. If you reach orgasm without tremendous effort (good for you!) then the softer ones are variable speed and perfect!

You can find vibrators in so many shapes and sizes that once you determine how you want to use it, then it becomes a matter of personal preference for size, shape, color and price. Please check out our online store under Personal Pleasure for Her to see others we have available and also more specific uses. To Top

How do I clean my vibrator?
For the most part, if you aren’t sharing your toys with friends and neighbours, a wash with hot soap and water following use is usually sufficient to keep it clean and bacteria free. However, some women are prone to infection at the slightest hint of anything unusual so an antibacterial cleanser is in order.

I usually only recommend a cleanser if the toy is made of any rubber, latex or jelly material as it is much more porous than a hard plastic and can provide tiny places for bacteria to live. Please don’t submerge any battery packs unless the batteries are removed. Then let air dry. Apparently repeated use of hot soap and water will break down some jelly products but I think that would have to be a LOT of use!

Some women prefer to place condoms on their vibrators before use and then they simply toss the condom away when they’re done. If you have a silicone vibrator, please follow package instructions for cleaning as they use a powder to keep them fresh. Please remember to ALWAYS thoroughly wash any toys that are used anally before they go anywhere near your vagina as that is an invitation for a terrible infection! The bottom line is to regularly inspect your toys for nicks, cracks or anything that seems at all unsafe - and don’t use if in doubt! To Top

Can I get “desensitized” by too much vibrator use?
The short answer is sort of. If you use your vibrator often (which is really hard to pinpoint what is often) but then eventually you MAY start to lose some clitoral sensitivity. The bottom line here is that if you simply stop using it for a few days, then your sensitivity returns!

You don’t want to use your vibrator for any more than 30 minutes for a few reasons. One is that the motors in these devices aren’t designed for industrial use! The little motors will get hot and not only potentially burn you but they will wear out much faster. Two, if you have a vibrator on your clitoris for that long, you’ll surely be numb! So use them as an accessory, not as the only option. Some women can only orgasm (at this point in their lives) through vibrator use. Some people think this is a problem or is somehow incorrect or not good enough. I say - Why Not?! If that’s what it takes for her to have an orgasm, then goody for her!

At least she isn’t one of the approximately 10% (according to numerous studies) of women who haven’t yet had an orgasm! So use them in good health and remember, you can always stop for a few days and build up your sensitivity again. You can always check in to see what classes we’re having if you want to learn more about vibrator use or orgasms! To Top

I’ve heard I shouldn’t use good quality batteries in my toys – is this true?
The answer to this depends on you really. Yes, if you put lesser quality (cheap) batteries in your vibrator, it won’t run at its optimum capacity. If you put good quality Duracells in, then your motor may burn out quicker but you will also be getting 100% use out of the product you purchased.

Personally, I don’t want to get 70% use out of something that I paid 100% real money for! So if you want to nominally stretch the length of time your toy lasts, go ahead and use cheap batteries. If you find your vibrator too powerful you can try to put older batteries that aren’t fresh in and it may run slower or with less intensity - not my idea of fun but it’s a personal preference. Whatever you do, don’t use rechargables as they can heat up and burn out your toys’ motor quickly. To Top

What are dual mode vibrators?
These are the gorgeous category of vibrators that we call “voluptuous” and they are the vibrator that you aspire to have in your collection. They have a multi-speed clitoral stimulator for external pleasuring AND the shaft, which is very penis-like, is designed to be inserted at the same time so you get multi-speed internal sensations as well!

They provide a very intense experience and I don’t recommend them for first time vibrator users, but some women like to start at the top! These were made famous on Sex in the City as one of the gals had fallen in love with hers. Couples often use them in their lovemaking together as some partners love to watch the wonderful gyrations of the vibrator and, more importantly, the look of extreme pleasure on their women! They can be used simply for external stimulation but I recommend a smaller toy for that. To Top

How do I introduce a vibrator into my relationship?This is such a fabulous question! Quite often men aren’t aware that they can orgasm with a vibrator as well as women. Men have generally not been exposed to vibrator use except perhaps using it on their female partners so don’t get the opportunity to experience their delights. Often men can also be intimidated by vibrators as the toys may be larger than they are or they simply feel that they can’t “keep up” with the speed and stamina of a vibrator. That may be true, but still nothing can replace that gorgeous sensation of skin on skin and being in the arms of someone you care about. So, if you want to introduce a vibrator to your man, be gentle. Don’t pull out a huge specimen unless he has perhaps expressed an interest in one. Try something small at first like our Microtingler that is not even penis-shaped but still has loads of power.

There are a number of ways to introduce it to him. I’ll be uploading an audio link soon with more detailed information on this, but for now you can try one of these. First you can use it on yourself and then show him how to use it on you so he feels included. You can also use a small one on him while you perform oral sex on him. You can be gently rubbing it along his penis, carefully moving it along the perimeum (between his testicles and his anus) as that is a VERY sensitive spot! You can even rub it along his tummy or along his thighs just to give him extra sensations.

You can also have something small like the Microtingler inserted into your vagina while you make love and he’ll definitely get the sensations then! Let me know of other things that you’ve tried successfully to get your lover to accept the joys of an extra “helping hand” while you make love. To Top

Who selects the products you carry?
The pleasure of that task falls on me, Kim Switnicki, and I hope it always will! As the founder of Lioness, I’m very selective of the products I carry so you won’t be disappointed. You will find a small but specific variety at Lioness for Lovers. I choose based on quality and value for the price.

Sometimes the most expensive is NOT always the best way to go. Since so many people have allergies and sensitivities, I am very careful about all of the products that are either ingested or applied to the skin or vaginal area. I don’t promote anything that I haven’t tried on myself. I research ingredients and only use companies that I trust based on my long history within the industry and my feedback from clients. If you have any further questions about this, please email me directly and I’ll be happy to help you out. To Top

What are Ben Wa Balls?
This is quite a long answer so here is a link to my Blog post for a more detailed answer. Primarily they are 3/4 inch 24kt gold-plated metal balls designed to be inserted vaginally for improved pelvic floor muscle toning. This will help prevent or reduce incontinence (dribbling urine when you laugh, sneeze or dance) if you use them regularly.

They will also help improve the intensity of your orgasm as toned muscles are stronger and orgasm involves muscle contractions! I do have a complete DVD program which includes an audio CD and a workbook that is a complete home study program to use these little wonders and rid you of those dribbles! Click on our Ben Wa Balls link in our Online Store to read more. You can also check out www.bladderfreedom.com for more. To Top

Home Party Questions

How many guests do I need to host a Lioness for Lovers Sexual Empowerment Party?
We encourage you to have a minimum of about 10 guests. Since not everyone will be able to attend and then about 1/3 of your guests have last minute things come up, this means inviting at least 15-30 people to ensure you have a successful party! Encourage everyone to bring their neighbors, co-workers, daughters, sisters and friends! The more guests you have, the more fun we’ll have AND the more free products you can receive! To Top

What do I need to provide?
You only need to provide the space for everyone to sit (pillows on the floor work fine), a large table for us to display our collection of sexual empowerment accessories and a private room for taking discreet orders, answering personal questions and booking parties. You can have a pot luck where every guest brings something to nibble on or else you can provide cheese and crackers or tea and cookies. Nothing extravagant is necessary. To Top

Coaching Questions

Do you have a Coaching guarantee?
While we can’t guarantee results for you, since it’s you who has to implement any changes, we do offer a 30 day satisfaction guarantee for our contract clients. If you aren’t happy with our service or you feel you aren’t receiving genuine value for your money, then you can cancel your contract with no questions asked! To Top

Can I receive coaching if I don’t live in Nanaimo, BC?
Absolutely! In fact most Lioness clients are served over the telephone so you can live anywhere in the world where there is telephone service. With the improvements in modern technology, you can even use the internet to get free long distance. Our policy is that it’s the client’s responsibility to telephone the coach for each session. To Top

Click here for more coaching information.

Can I receive coaching if I don’t live in Canada?
Absolutely! See answer above. To Top

How do I receive one-on-one coaching in person?
We currently have Coaches in Nanaimo and Vancouver, BC so, if a suitable match is found for you, then you are welcome to make arrangements with the Coach to meet in person. Travel charges may apply if they travel to you. We’ve had tremendous success with telephone coaching so a combination of in-person and telephone coaching may work for you as well. We also offer an online coaching service for shorter term requirements. To Top

Event & Tele-Seminar Questions

Are workshops women only or co-ed?
Unless otherwise noted, all of our workshops, tele-seminars, groups and retreats will be women only. We expect to offer unique Couples’ workshops soon - and these will be clearly noted as such! To Top

Is there nudity at any of your workshops?
No. Although some of our workshops are “experiential,” at this time there is no nudity or disrobing involved or required. We try our best to provide a comfortable and totally accepting and respectful environment for every woman. To Top

Do I have to give my real name on a tele-seminar?
No - and that’s the fun part! Since it is only a telephone (conference type) call, no one can see you. There is complete anonymity available. You don’t even need to say anything, although we encourage you to participate to receive the most benefit. Lioness may be privy to your name or other information about you (as provided to us by you), but no-one else on the call will be! To Top

Are the tele-seminars recorded?
Yes, most of them are recorded. Most of the time people only give their first names on a tele-seminar or even a fun and sexy name they made up! We record them so that women who registered for the call, but weren’t able to attend, can still receive the benefit of hearing the presentation and the delicious conversations. For the attendees; they can then download a recording of the call so they may listen to them again if they want to catch every detail. This way, you don’t necessarily need to take notes as you can get a copy of the whole call later. We occasionally will package the recordings together and offer special pricing for our clients. This can be a tremendous value so keep your eyes and ears open! To Top

Is there a long distance charge for tele-seminars?
Yes, there usually is. Most of the “bridge lines” (the numbers used for multiple guests to call in on) are American. Since long distance charges have been greatly reduced over the past few years, this is still an extremely economical way to receive the value of a seminar from the comfort of your living room and no travel time! If you don’t have one of the fabulous plans available (Yak for one), we recommend you buy a $5 or $10 long distance card from a convenience store or gas station as they provide long distance for as little as 3.5 cents per minute. So a one hour call may cost you a whopping $2.10! To Top

Where is Kim going to be speaking live next?
Please click here to see Kim’s schedule. To Top

Ordering Questions

What name will appear on my credit card bill?
The charge for all orders will appear as “Lioness Marketing Co.” on your credit card. To Top

How will the product(s) be shipped?
All shipped products will be mailed discreetly by Canada Post Expedited Parcel unless other arrangements are made. All digital products will have specific instructions and are generally emailed to you. To Top

What is your product guarantee?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all of our products. Click here for full policy. To Top

How secure is my credit card information?
All information received by us is kept on secure servers. Please click here for more detailed information. To Top

Sexual Terms

What is Fellatio?
This term comes from the latin word, “fellore” which means: to suck. It is the official term used for the act of performing oral sex on a man, more commonly known as a blow job or a hummer.

What is Cunnilingus?
This term is from two Latin words. One is “cunnus” which means vulva and “lingere” which means to lick. This is the official term for performing oral sex on a woman, more commonly known as eating her out or going down.

What does “69″ refer to?
This is the position two people get into when performing oral sex on each other at the same time. It can be two people of the same sex or the opposite sex. They are usually laying down (the adventurous are standing!) and may be both on their sides with each others’ head at each others’ genitals or they may have one of them laying on their back while the other is face down above them but still able to nibble, lick, suck, kiss and generally indulge in orally pleasing their partner. To Top