How does using a menstrual cup actually feel

Posted by GynoCup Menstrual Cup on June 8th, 2021

Menstrual cups are small and flexible cups that are made of medical-grade silicone. It is very soft and feels very comfortable. Unlike pads and tampons, it does not absorb your period blood rather it collects it.

It doesn't have an applicator like a tampon, rather it just sits comfortably into your vagina and rests against the vaginal wall, and forms a seal to avoid any leakages. The blood simply falls into the cup and if it is put in place correctly, you shouldn’t feel it. 

What makes them even more liked is the fact that most of them are reusable. 

Once you learn the technique to put them inside and remove them with the help of the stem of the cup nothing can be better than this to manage your periods. 

And as they are easy to use, so is their cleaning process. Like any other product, you can easily buy them online. 

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Is it more convenient than pads and tampons?

Many women who have been using pads and tampons have made a switch to menstrual cups looking at its pros. 

If you are using tampons irrespective of their brand or size one can always feel it. Usually, it feels uncomfortable and is sometimes painful as well.

In addition it, regular pads are very irritating and uncomfortable as they shift and stick to the skin. They also cause rashes and feelings of itchiness. Their disgusting smell makes things even worse.  Moreover, they are not good for your health as they are the leading cause of cancer and many other problems as well. 

On the contrary, if we talk about the cup it is almost impossible to feel it if it is inserted properly.  Even while traveling it is the most convenient option as it is easy to carry and easy to use. 

Cons of using a menstrual cup

Though the menstrual cup has many pros yet there are some cons that should be taken care of. 

 It can be tough to find the right fit.

Depending on your age cups are available in different sizes. Sometimes you may have to consider other factors like body build, flow, and being a mother of a child as well. Still, finding the perfect fit can be a tedious task. It becomes even more daunting if you have a tilted uterus or low cervix. But after trying a few options you may end up finding the right match but till then you could have leaks in the meantime.

Removal of the cup can get messy at times

Even if you have perfected the art of inserting and removing the cup it sometimes gets messy while removing it. Removal of the cup is usually done in the position of sitting or squatting and you also need to use your pelvic floor muscles to push the cup down, then reach up and grab the stem. Spilling of the content may take place while doing it. If you are traveling then always make sure to keep a water bottle to rinse out the cup before reusing it. 

It could interfere with your IUD. 

If you had an IUD inserted then it may get dislodged because of the cup. Though many studies suggest that it is not the case, it's always good to discuss it with your doctor if you have an IUD and understand the right way to use a menstrual cup with it.

So Checkout your soft comfortable safest menstrual cup and make your period happy and comfortable.