Menstrual cups

twocents6708

I am contemplating making the switch. I am a bit overwhelmed by the idea of choosing a cup though. I dont want to spend 40 dollars on something I hate. Any suggestions or advice on choosing one?

musicalsilver

It really depends on your personal preferences, and how high your cervix is etc.  I have a fairly low cervix, so I went for a short cup and cut the stem mostly off (a lunette size 1), and it worked wonderfully for me.

https://www.klabru.nl/sizecharts/

Hopefully that chart can help you make your decision! 

tjkdlhb

I bought a Diva Cup size 2 and it was so uncomfortable.

I've got lunette size one now and although it's MUCH better, I'm still feeling it when I walk around.  If I am sitting or lying down (over night etc) then it is fine.

I'm thinking that my cervix just may be too low.

That said, since delivering DD, tampons are really uncomfortable too and the same thing happens.  So maybe it's just me.

The lunette site has a chart that explains which sizing works best.

bdschad

I have a lowish cervix but I use the diva cup size 2 and it feels just fine to me. I can not (and you shouldn't) feel it at all. They are on steal sites often so maybe you could just keep an eye out and pick one up half price! GL!

TheGriffs

I'm glad you posted this. I was just about to post the same thing! I'm looking at them on Amazon right now.

tjkdlhb

Update: I've been on my period the past couple of days, and I've been using the lunette size 1 without feeling it... YAY

MommySms

Those kinda freak me out! Lol!

tjkdlhb

MommySms:

Those kinda freak me out! Lol!

They freaked me out the first time I heard about them too... then I got over it.

There was an adjustment period of trying to get it in right so that I couldn't feel it and I had to buy a second one to get the right size, but I'm glad I did.  I won't go back to pads and tampons.  I actually don't feel like I'm even on my period except to have to change it twice a day (more the first two days when it's heavier)  And my cramps are less.

YellowLily2013

I have the diva size one and I could still feel it. Maybe my cervix is low too?

I'm curious to try it after pregnancy.. Long after this baby comes... And see if it's any different.

For now cloth pads all the way!

twocents6708

Thanks for the chart and advice. I am still researching.

Temp76535187505890

MommySms:

Those kinda freak me out! Lol!

Curious if sticking wads of cotton and chemicals up there also freaks you out?  Guess that's kinda snarky but really, to me it's less weird than sticking a tampon up there. 

I tried the Diva size 2 and it was just too long for me.  So I tried the Lunette size 1 and am very happy with it.  

kipnus

I tried using a cup a few years ago when I was still a virgin (but had used tampons for years). It didn't work out. The part that freaks me out is how it snaps open. I'm afraid it will open before I get it inserted properly and it will tear something! I'm sticking with organic unbleached cotton tampons for now, until I get my courage up again.

jreavey

I've been a diva cup girl for years.  It was really great for traveling in other countries where tampons were scarce and pads were huge.  It took about 2 periods of practice before I became a pro at putting it in and taking it out, but after that, I never feel it.  I'm pg now, due April, so I don't know if I'll need to go up a size.  I did do some comparison reviews of the lunette vs. the diva, and I think I may go lunette this time, if my old diva cup doesn't fit anymore.

tjkdlhb

kipnus:

I tried using a cup a few years ago when I was still a virgin (but had used tampons for years). It didn't work out. The part that freaks me out is how it snaps open. I'm afraid it will open before I get it inserted properly and it will tear something! I'm sticking with organic unbleached cotton tampons for now, until I get my courage up again.

If women can deliver 8-10lb+ babies, a flexible cup won't do any damage!

bumpuser7846882

I've had a lunette and a diva cup, and I liked them both. I couldn't keep them as clean as I wanted, so I switched to Softcups (carried in most grocery stores & pharmacies with the pads, but usually really high or low on the shelves). I LOVE the softcups. They're easier to put in than the lunette & diva cup, and I don't have to think about it if an amorous mood strikes (DH said it felt a little strange, but wasn't an issue). 

I know disposable isn't really what most people are going for when they're making the switch, but it's a really low-cost intro to try if you're not sure menstrual cups are for you. They're also reusable, so you can use just 1 for an entire cycle if you want.

https://softcup.com/about/product-info