Like many people I just assumed tampons and pads were the be all and end all of menstrual care and never thought about any other options. When I heard about menstrual cups the environmentally friendly aspect really appealed to me but I was definitely concerned about making it work for me. I took the plunge and bought one. At first I found it impossible to use, it was just too painful. I persevered and continued trying and eventually, with a change in folding technique, I was able to use it successfully. I find the mooncup comfortable and I do not need to empty it as often as changing tampons. Although the cleaning and disinfecting takes more effort than disposable products, if you are eco-friendly you won't mind at all. I use this in conjunction with washable, re-usable pads at night for a completely disposables-free cycle.
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MoonCup Menstrual Cup
The Mooncup is a reusable menstrual cup, around two inches long and made from soft medical grade silicone.
It is worn internally a lot lower than a tampon but, while tampons and pads absorb menstrual fluid, the Mooncup collects it.
This means it doesn’t cause dryness or irritation, and also that it collects far more (three times as much as a tampon!).
Because the Mooncup is reusable, you only need one so it saves you money and helps the environment, too.
The Mooncup is designed to be folded and inserted into the vagina, then removed, rinsed and reinserted up to every 8 hours. A light seal is formed with your vaginal walls, allowing menstrual fluid to pass into the Mooncup without leakage or odour. This seal is released for removal, allowing you to empty the contents, rinse or wipe and reinsert. Comfortable, convenient and safe the Mooncup can be used overnight and when travelling, swimming or exercising.
Available in 2 sizes.
Website www.mooncup.co.uk
Reviews
Tips: There are online communities/websites dedicated to in-depth information and tips for cup users, lots of advice is available if you need it :)
I had been wanting to try this for awhile so last month when I realized too late that I had bought wingless pads, decided to go ahead and buy one. I found it quite comfortable to wear and very economical. It does take some practice and you need to be kind of flexible bending over forward. I would recommend using pads as well when you're starting to use it especially if it's your more "heavy" days. But I'm so glad I got one.
Tips: I don't know if it's just me but I found it easier to remove with my right hand if I inserted it with my left, so I would recommend inserting or removing it, whichever is less challenging for you, with your less dominant hand so you can reach it easier with your more dominant hand. And shorter fingernails when you're first getting accustomed to using one might be a bit easier on you. Also they recommend in the instruction pamphlet that you start using on the last two days of your "monthly" as it's easier to start using it then if you're a beginner.
I bought this product because I saw all the rave reviews on this website. At first the idea of a moon cup totally grossed me out. But I decided to suck it up and try it out anyway. It was a little difficult at first to use it properly; I found I was putting it in too far, more like a tampon, and found it difficult to get out again. But after a few false starts I have now taken to it like a duck to water. It is so easy to use and so much better than tampons and pads. It saves so much money (not to mention the environment) and I found it means I get less cramps too! Will def be recommending this to friends and family.
Tips: Read the instructions thoroughly and take a few tests runs BEFORE you get your period, just to get use to it first. Don't give up if it doesn't seem to work at first, it will if you use it properly and learn to put it in right.
Great product, why don't they sell these in the supermarket! Advertising these more would be great for the country. Took a while to get use to inserting,p and removing. After a few goes I finally was able to not feel it and be 100% comfortable, as my flow is some what heavier than normal I am needing to change more often but other than that it has been successful and a great purchase
Tips: Trying out before cycle to become familiar and confident with inserting and removing would be helpful as it dose take a few goes
I will admit I was sceptical before trying it but I am now a convert and will never go back. It takes a few cycles to get the hang of it but once you have it sussed it's great. I never have to worry about leakage or having to change it as often as tampons. Plus you can use it overnight with no worries! I also really like that you can use it no matter how heavy or light your cycle is, so is great for the start and end of your cycle when you can't use tampons anyway. I highly recommend it, it's a massive cost saving and you won't regret it.
Tips: Give yourself 2-3 months to get the hang of it.
I love love love my moon cup and think every lady should have one. It was a little tricky at first but now after having and using my moon cup for 8 years, I'll never go back to using tampons. They are brilliant for travel too as you don't need to change as often as s tampon because they hold twice as much. ( safe to leave in up to 10 hours ) and as simple as removing and rising with some water until you get somewhere to give a good clean. ( some toilets over seas are not very clean ) so this is a must buy for all women!! Saves on the pocket too! No more buying tampons!!!
I was hesitant, but this has saved me so much in the six months I've been using it! If you have lengthy periods, this is definitely worth it.
I'm totally converted! This is the best investment I have made! I have super heavy pediods and tampons cost me a fortune so I decided to get a mooncup to try, at first I had a few issues trying to insert it, and because of this it was uncomfortable and leaked, but I persevered and now have no problems at all! In the instructions there and two "folds" but if you look on youtube there are a ton of a other ways which might be helpful if you do have issues. It holds more than a super tampon which means less changes, and when you're out there's no embarrassing moments trying to sneak a tampon to the toilet and then wondering where to dispose of it, aswell as rinsing them you can use toilet paper to wipe them out if you can't get to a sink inconspicuously! I also love that this in an eco friendly option so less waste going into landfills and no chemicals going into my bod!
After seeing all your reviews on the mooncup I thought id give it a go myself.... Hold me back... I've been bragging to everyone that will listen. I was so nervous to try it as a few of you have said it took some time to get used to but I found it as easy as a tampon. Yes in the shower was brilliant advice but I found it was necessary for me. It never leaked and even though miss flow was really heavy it was still maintained well. I will keep shouting from the roof tops about this one as its worth its weight in gold wahoo
Tips: I did try before I was due and it worked first time so Id keep on that advice Just in case.
Until I bought a Moon Cup, I always felt uneasy during my period. Worried I was going to leak onto my jean, or worse - furniture! Those days were gone once I got my cup. It took a few days to get used to it, and I had to cut the stem almost entirely off, but once I did it was great! I nearly would forget I had my period because it wasn't affecting my life at all. I could sleep the entire night with no leaks or discomfort. People are sometimes worried about changing it in public but as you can go 12 hours without emptying it I didn't need to do that very often. You can just wipe it out with toilet paper if you're out, and then give it a proper wash when you get home. The environmental impacts of disposable menstrual items are huge, and using a cup is a great way to reduce the waste you send to landfill. It definitely saves money over a fairly short space of time, as well as meaning you never have to make an emergency dash for tampons.
I bought the size 1, and was 20 at the time, and have never been pregnant, and felt no discomfort using it once I had it in the right place.
Tips: Try inserting it in the shower at first.