Comments on: What Is A Menstrual Cup?

By: Jay

Jay — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:31:33 +0000

Why? Because it’s a lot easier to be active when using internal sanitary products – but unlike tampons menstrual cups are hygienic and safe (no risk of TSS, vaginal infections, increased cramps, increased bleeding, and dioxin risks), which also means they can be worn for 12 hours, with any flow and any time, without needing to alternate with pads so far more convenient, plus they are more comfortable and don’t leak like tampons or pads.

Menstrual cups have LOADS of benefits over tampons and pads. Nope, they don’t hurt either, as they’re smooth and collect flow rather than absorb it they don’t cause irritation or ulceration like tampons do, they also don’t add to cramps as tampons can – they are actually more comfortable than tampons.

By: Jay

Jay — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:26:46 +0000

Not true at all – as menstrual cups can be worn for 12 hours they rarely have to be emptied in public and they don’t leak like tampons or pads so far less messy to deal with. If you do have to “change” in public you just empty into the toilet then you can either reinsert, wipe off with toilet paper, or rinse with bottled water. It’s actually FAR less mess or fuss than using tampons or pads as there’s no constant changing, leaking or having to wrap-up and dispose of used tampons/pads.

By: Jenni

Jenni — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 00:15:30 +0000

I have been using them for years and love it. My favorite is the Meluna (they offer different sizes, stem styles, colors, and firmnesses). They really are very easy to use, and really not messy at all. I’ve had bigger messes with pads and tampons. My fingers don’t even get blood on them.
If you absolutely must empty it in a public restroom you can take a bottle of water with you and rinse it off over the toilet, or wipe it out with some toilet paper, and soap it up next time you’re in the shower.
No more last minute runs to the store to pick up tampons or pads, no need to worry about them leaking, or getting soaked through No need to worry about TSS.
They’re very comfortable, as they’re made out of soft silicone or TPE (the same material catheters are made out of). Nothing hangs outside of your body – it’s all worn internally.

By: Kim

Kim — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 16:33:04 +0000

that would be more awkward than you’d ever believe if you had to “change” in public…

By: Samantha

Samantha — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:25:09 +0000

I use one and love it. If you’re in a public restroom, you can wipe it out with toilet paper, then wash it well in the shower the next time. The “why would anyone want to stick that up there” comment is silly, especially considering that tampons are the most popular method. The menstrual cup is easier to use and less painful. I also think it’s less messy because it doesn’t usually leak (unless it’s inserted wrong) and it doesn’t get flushed. <3 my Diva Cup.

By: JustFine

JustFine — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:46:01 +0000

I am not knocking the menstrual cup b/c I never tried it but tampons seems more sanitary and less messy.

By: DaynaMarie

DaynaMarie — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 05:27:26 +0000

My problem would be with the washing it out. I’m pretty much always either in a public restroom or the dorm restroom I share with my whole hall. I can’t imagine standing at the sink with my bloody cup when someone else walks in the room.

By: Bella

Bella — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 03:10:06 +0000

I use one and they’re awesome!

Some tips:
-They are a bit messy, so take them out in the shower untill you get used to it (I learnt that the hard way).
-Learn the different ways of folding it (there are non-graphic vids of this on youtube), so you can insert and remove it more easily.

They save so much time. I can go to school and leave it in for the whole day, even on a really heavy period. I use a femmecup

By: Regan

Regan — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:06:38 +0000

I wouldn’t… Why would anyone stick that in their vagina? Wouldn’t it hurt?

By: Jawanza

Jawanza — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 22:27:59 +0000

i wouldn’t try it. i saw a different version of these and i thought it was too messy then and i still feel the same. i hate the sight of blood: in a pad, tampon, or a paper cut. so pulling a cup of it out of my vagina wouldn’t be fun at all