Friday, 26 February 2021  Menstrual cup or menstrual disc which one is right for you. Find out how the two compare. |
Tuesday, 23 February 2021  If you have identified that you have a high cervix then finding a cup that is long in the body and a long stem can be really important. Using a cup that is too short for you can cause problems with removal. |
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Tuesday, 9 February 2021  Can I use a menstrual cup if I have a retroverted uterus?
The short answer for this is YES! |
Monday, 8 February 2021  It can seem very daunting choosing a cup but the female anatomy is very accommodating and many people can use any cup without problems however like shoes some fit your feet a bit better than others.The key things to consider are; Height of Cervix, Menstrual Flow,Firmness of the Cup |
Sunday, 7 February 2021  Menstrual Cups come in different sizes, diameters, capacity and stem lengths. Use this chart of the cups we stock to find the one best for you. |
Saturday, 6 February 2021  There are lots of things that go into finding the perfect cup for you. One of the important factors is your cervix height.
For many (myself included) measuring your cervix height is a new thing. |
Friday, 5 February 2021  FAQ's about using a Menstrual Cup. What is a cup? How often to change it? Can I exercise with it? |
Friday, 5 February 2021  Some menstrual cup brands recommend the maximum wear time before emptying is 8 hours. In general across the cup using community the consensus is you should empty every 10-12 hours as an absolute maximum. |
Thursday, 4 February 2021  Absolutely!!! This has been life changing for me. Unlike tampons a menstrual cup doesn’t absorb fluid so it’s perfectly safe to put in before your period starts. |
Thursday, 4 February 2021  Many women including myself are fortunate (so far) and don't need to use anything to back up their menstrual cup even on their heaviest days. If you are one of these people then you can just continue using just your cup and wearing your normal underwear. However there isn't a reason you can't use back up protection if you prefer. Some people use back up methods whilst getting used to their new menstrual cup or on their heaviest days just in case. |
Wednesday, 3 February 2021  Cleaning and Sterilising your menstrual cup is really simple. There is nothing complicated about it, you can do it simply using things you'd have at home or we stock specialist cleaning products to help. |
Wednesday, 3 February 2021  Menstrual cups are designed to sit completely within the vagina, this includes the stem. If you find that the stem is too long then this can be shortened or removed completely. This can reduce the overall length of the cup making it shorter to give and better and more comfortable fit. Signs that the stem may need shortening can include discomfort when sitting or walking, or a pinching feeling at the entrance of the vagina |
Tuesday, 22 December 2020  An IUD is a popular choice for contraception among women, it is also known as a coil.
There are many articles on using cups with IUDs and whether you should or not for fear of dislodging
it.
The short answer is yes, there is no reason that you cannot use your cup with and IUD in place. |
Tuesday, 22 December 2020  Most companies say that with proper care their menstrual cups can last for 10 years (making it a great economical period solutions). Other companies recommend changing the cup every 1-2 years. |
Monday, 21 December 2020  I have never been able to use tampons of any type, regardless of applicator style or no applicator, brand, absorbency they just never worked for me. Menstrual Cups however have been awesome since day 1! Read about my all to common experience with tampons and why cups are a real alternative. |
