Menstrual Cup

[Lynx]

I'm just wondering if any of the ladies here use a menstrual cup and what your opinions on them might be. I'd like some customer reviews, if you will, before I go buy myself one. Thanks.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

yeah yeah yeah, i heard ALL about them about 5 yrs ago, when I was a member on a different board.

The DivaCup is a popular one, i actually looked into it.

I think that it may be a little unsanitary, though. You have to wash it in the sink, so if you were in a public bathroom, people would see.. and i've heard of people spilling them. Also, what happens when they get too full inside of you, and you can't change it immediately... most tampons have an antileak backup core, and the string captures the rest..
but, would the cup become heavy and tumble over??

I'm interested in them too, as long as they are sanitary, don't hurt, and are convinient. I heard a lot of bad things about them, though... from the girls on that board, at least. They were just doing it for enviornmental reasons.

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i might try one with you, though, lynx.

Just the idea of it kinda grosses me out, and is kind of embarrassing to be honest.. but it may be worth the try!!

I've been debating on using one for years, I've just never gotten around to it.

[Lynx]

I wouldn't mind the sink-washing. I read that you have to empty them less often then you have to change tampons and pads. Spillage, for me, would be the only concern, but I guess I'd just try to make sure I was on the toilet so it would spill into there.

As far as sanitation goes, I read that there was never a case of TSS linked to a menstrual cup, except one possible one in Florida, as opposed to all of the confirmed cases linked to tampons.

I leak every time I use tampons, and pads are uncomfy. Not to mention, the first few days of my period I'm changing tampons every 5 minutes. And anyway, I originally looked into it for financial reasons. Seriously, tampons are crazy expensive.

I, too, hope they don't hurt. They look kinda big.

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P.S. Don't be embarrassed. Embrace your womanhood!



I need to go to bed.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

yeah, I know ALL about how expensive tampons are. I use a lot too, on the first couple days.
I have a horrible period. I have to take hydrocodone for my cramps!!!
Anyways,
I'm scared it will hurt, and I'm not sure about how reliable it really is, or if it would leak.. i dunno. The concept is just a little odd, but like i said.. it may be something really good.

It'd just be weird to tell someone ya bleed in a cup. hahaha.

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Diva Cup Product Review | The Greenest Dollar

here's a pretty cool review I found.

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Crunchy Chicken: Two years of DivaCup

Read the comments on that site, for positive and negative feedback.

Apparently, they don't work well for girls that are "small" so, I am weary of that!!

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Well, I read that Diva Cups are the longest menstrual cups on the market, so they may not fit women with tight or shallow vaginas.

I saw that moon cups are apparently much better for that, and they are of a higher quality.

Menstrual Cup, Alternative Feminine Hygiene product Mooncup Moon Cup,
The thing that bugs me though, is.. they have a 3 month money back guarantee, but if you cut the length of the stem, you cannot return it, because the stem is what makes it usable. So do they resale the already used moon cups??? ick!! Sanitized, or not.. I hate the though of that!!

and this is the apparent best place to find info, if you're new to menstrual cups.
Menstrual Cups - Divacup, Mooncup, Instead, Lunette, Miacup


Wow, this is actually a lot to look into!! Lol... the only thing I had looked into a few yrs ago was the Diva cup.

[LunarSunshine]

A lot of people really like them, and you can bring a small bottle of water or cleaning agent with you into the bathroom. Another reason purses are so awesome. I have one but have yet to master it (it is really big, i have the moon cup). GladRags are a good option. They're cotton pads you can wash. If you think it's gross, that's fine. But it's part of you. All cotton tampons are a good option too. They don't have any chemicals and you can find them at places like Whole Foods.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

Yeah cottom tampons seems cool, but they're not cool for money saving options.

Ugh.. rags, or lunapads.. I don't think so!! I hate any kind of pad, ick.. sticky, gross, and feels unsanitary and sticky!! bleh.
haha

[LunarSunshine]

Gladrags aren't like Always. Their a lot more comfortable and affordable. The mooncup is still scary to me, but it really is a great option to save money. It lasts for 10 years. I like that the groups making these products are trying to help women look at their cycle as something beautiful and not disgusting.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

pads in general are a no-no.. at least to me. They clash with my lifestyle, and make me feel like i'm wearing a diaper.. haha. Nahhh, no rags or pads for glow.

[LunarSunshine]

Then don't use them. The beauty of this age is that we have plenty of options. Just make sure you feel beautiful and loved with all products you use.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

yep.. which is why i wont use pads. *shudders*

[LunarSunshine]

Haha, their not for everyone. But there might be someone here that does like them (and they'll read this and find something awesome for themselves I've been getting into this whole natural thing lately so organic cotton and vegan beauty products are my faves now. I just wish my town was cool enough to sell more organic stuff.

[Patryc]

Shelby got one and she said she likes it. Nothing gets caught inside like the cotton from the tampons she said, she's only just got one tho so I should let her post the details. I am just hearing secondhand info. I think Shelby is a similar height to you too eh glow ? She's about 5 ft 4.

[*~i GlOw 0F iNdIgO~*]

haha height has nothing to do with the deepness of the vagina.

Age, experience, and genetics have to do with that.

I'm glad she had a good experience with it, though!! It works differently with all women. It is def. worth a shot, I may be fine.. I'm just really tight right now, and get even tighter on my period (sorry if that is TMI). Did she get the Diva cup?? I would love for her to post about it, for us that are interested in purchasing one.

Thanks pat!!

[Patryc]

oh u mean that sort of size oops - well again she can disclose that info if she wants

[sshenry]

The diva cup (mentrual cup) is a great invention, and fantastic for those who can use them.

Just a few things to keep in mind for those considering the diva cup.

There IS a chance of leakage for some people. Specifically for those who have experienced childbirth and whose vaginal floor muscles have weakened. The muscle tone can be strengthened using kegal exercises, but sometimes after multiple vaginal births you will not be able to avoid leakage with the cup.

Also, if you have ever been diagnosed with Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) it is highly reccomended that you not use the diva or other menstral cup (specifically because you are most likely prone to quick build up of the toxins).

Good luck ladies

[oreides]

ive never even heard of this. oh you IS women and your alternative ways to deal with the red tide!!

tampons ARE FUCKING EXPENSIVE. i would almost like to try one of these just to save money.... and, uh, you know. save whales.

[Lynx]

Gladrags aren't like Always. Their a lot more comfortable and affordable. The mooncup is still scary to me, but it really is a great option to save money. It lasts for 10 years. I like that the groups making these products are trying to help women look at their cycle as something beautiful and not disgusting.

Comfortable... pads...? Those words make no sense...

haha height has nothing to do with the deepness of the vagina.

Age, experience, and genetics have to do with that.

I'm glad she had a good experience with it, though!! It works differently with all women. It is def. worth a shot, I may be fine.. I'm just really tight right now, and get even tighter on my period (sorry if that is TMI). Did she get the Diva cup?? I would love for her to post about it, for us that are interested in purchasing one.

Thanks pat!!

If you're tighter, leaking might not be that much of a problem. But the pain maybe...

The diva cup (mentrual cup) is a great invention, and fantastic for those who can use them.

Just a few things to keep in mind for those considering the diva cup.

There IS a chance of leakage for some people. Specifically for those who have experienced childbirth and whose vaginal floor muscles have weakened. The muscle tone can be strengthened using kegal exercises, but sometimes after multiple vaginal births you will not be able to avoid leakage with the cup.

Also, if you have ever been diagnosed with Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) it is highly reccomended that you not use the diva or other menstral cup (specifically because you are most likely prone to quick build up of the toxins).

Good luck ladies

Thanks for the input!

ive never even heard of this. oh you IS women and your alternative ways to deal with the red tide!!

tampons ARE FUCKING EXPENSIVE. i would almost like to try one of these just to save money.... and, uh, you know. save whales.

Yes the whales.