had my first experience using the female condom with a provider, her suggestion.  I liked it alot.
How do others providers like or offer it?  Do guys like it? I sure did.  Where does one get them?  How much are they? (fairly unimportant anyways).  How would a gal react if the guy brought one and suggested it?

and always have an ample supply on hand. Always.    I personally offer/suggest using one on almost Every date I have, if it "goes to there"....because, as you well know, they are non-restrictive and feel oh so yummy and natural.....for both of us.    
and isn't that the whole point??

As far as bringing your own.....In theory one would think that would be okay....   however, Some women do not like it if you bring your own condom, female or otherwise.....    for personal safety reasons.   so, that's a contoversial topic.    My suggestion for YOU in regards to this, is once you have been Verified with a provider, prior to your date simply request that she furnish one or if she is comfortable with you bringing your own.  and then let her decide.    Then you will know how to proceed from there.

As far as where to find them, the best and most reasonable place I have found is undercovercondoms.com.  

Hope this helps!!
Portia

....I go to a few local clinics and doctors offices and just take them (they happen to be free at those in particular) but online average about 2 bucks each. And like I said I'll be bringing a few to MPLS to try out since i'm trying to get the hang of them.

thank you both for the very good information.
is there any place local over the counter for them?  drugstores, the fantasy stores etc?  shipping to my house is not a good idea.
asking the lady upfront is the best way, I agree.  some of them want nothing like that discussed upfront unless they really know you.  for instance, I am going away for a biz trip and want some appointments. How to bring this up is a discret way?

well, I was in Fantasy Gifts off Excelsior and Hwy 100 once (or twice) and they didn't carry them in there....I've never seen them in Walgreens.    Call CVS,  or Sex World.    I would think SW would carry them.  

As far as bringing it up discreetly with a prospective date.....    once again, after she has Verified you, just politely ask if she is 'female condom friendly".    I've been asked that prior to meeting and had not felt offended.    And realized pretty quickly that there was a pretty big demand for them.  So I ordered some!!      In my opinion, it's a basic, neutral question.     and if they are Not f/c friendly, then you have to decide if that's a dealbreaker for you in seeing her. (which is sounds like it could be)  If she lacks the "extras" you are seeking and is not willing for you to supply your own, it's Your decision to make in regards to setting an appointment.   Just be nice, polite and respectful and any nice, polite, respectful provider would hopefully understand your question.  
I'm sending a PM to you as well, now that I've figured out how to PM an alias.  

Also, some of the family-planning clinics give condoms away for free, including female condoms.   Both the Smitten Kitten and Sex World sell female condoms.

when you use female condoms, put alot of extra lube on the inside and outside to do away with the crunching sound.   They are great once you get used to them!

i've seen them from time to time @Smitten Kitten, Lyndale & Lake area. Do some intel; make a call & ask. very friendly, intelligent staffers most of the time