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Hello, Red Herring!
I have been a menstrual cup user for 4 years by referring to of videos when I first use a menstrual cup. Thanks for this. It was good to get useful information here when I didn’t know much about menstrual cups.
But it’s very sad that there’s no information about here. Since 2018, menstrual cup brands have begun to emerge in Korea, and among them, the brand is known not only in Korea but also in the United States and Southeast Asia.
I am also a Luna Cup user, and I think Luna Cup is the most sincere company in developing menstrual cups as there are 8 types of menstrual cups! 👍
I look forward to seeing Luna Cup’s information here soon!!!
Hi,
The MonthlyCup page shows that the cup has FDA registered. I guess this webpage needs an update.
According to the company, they are FDA registered.
Greetings dear Red Herring
For a few years I was using yuuki cup without knowing that it is the firmest cup out there. I found it out thanks to a friend’s suggestion to try other brands and then found your videos. My doc had suggested me to stop using cups, because of possibly some erosion caused by the cup to the walls of my vagina. But I decided that instead I need to switch to something softer, so now I am thinking about Si-Bell cup. But I wonder if I should also pay attention to the size or length of the cup and buy smth smaller/shorter (I was anyways using small sizes). I am thinking to buy the same small size, as most of the time I would push for the handle of the cup to come out. So I suppose I had the right size… not too big, not too small…
Hi Sofia!
The Yuuki Classic is one of the firmest cups on the market. But they also have a ‘soft’ version which is more of medium firmness, as well as colored cups (rainbow lines, rainbow jolly, bohemian, and ocean), are all slightly softer than their ‘soft’ version. Depending on how long you’ve had your Yuuki, they also had a firmness called ‘economic’ which was also more of a medium firmness but now they only refer to ‘economic’ as in the packaging that you receive.
Anyhow, if you’re comfortable with the Yuuki Cup size and shape, you might just want to stick with the brand and get one of the softer versions. If you rather switch to a different brand, I would check out the cup comparison chart here on MCR.
Cup Comparison
If my link doesn’t work, you’ll have to copy and paste it to view the medium firmness, small & medium-sized, “V”-shaped cups or select them yourself by visiting the link “Cup Comparison” in the header of this page.
The total length (with stem) of the small Yuuki is 67 mm. If this cup is comfortable and easy to reach, I would keep my eye on similar lengths in the comparison chart. However, don’t cross a cup off of the list if it’s a couple mm shorter or longer. You can also bear down to reach a slightly shorter cup or trim the stem on a longer one.
As for the Si-Bell, it’s a bell-shaped cup with a flared rim and it’s very soft.
My concerns with switching to this shape and softness:
– Bell-shaped cups, especially those with a flared rim like the Si-Bell, tend to ride up and sit higher in the vaginal fornix. This means that this cup might migrate higher making it harder to reach during removal. It may also allow your cervix to sit deeper into the cup and compromise the capacity if you have a moderate to heavy flow. A bell-shaped cup with a standard rim may migrate up a little more not as much as one with a flared rim. These shapes normally have a little more capacity than “V”-shaped cups.
– Switching from a very firm cup to a very soft cup may take some time to get used to. It may take some finesse to work out how to get the softer cup to open up since a very firm cup normally opens on its own.
A couple of cups to check out are the small EvaCup (USA) and the small Venus Cup.
Good luck and let me know if you have any further questions about the Yuuki, Si-Bell, EvaCup, Venus Cup, or any other that might catch your eye.
Red Herring
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Thank you. I also like the Yuuki colorful cups. they are softer.
I have a medium to low cervix and have heavy periods. I’m thinking to use a menstrual cup. But I don’t have any idea which size and brand is suitable for me. Please Suggest??
Hello There!
I know this is an old comment but I thought I’d reply since it’s a common question.
For someone with a medium to a low cervix, a bell-shaped cup and/or one with a flared rim might be the ticket. Bell-shaped cups especially ones with a flared rim, tend to ride up and sit higher in the vaginal fornix (the space around the cervix). They also have a rounded base that will be more comfortable as opposed to a longer “V”-shaped cup that may feel too long or even poke outside of the body.
While there are some higher capacity cups, not all of them will be short enough to accommodate your anatomy. However, there are still options for a heavy flow.
Several small-sized cups may be short enough to be comfortable, including “V”-shaped ones but might not have the capacity you seek.
Bell-shaped cups will ride up and sit higher and more comfortably.
Bell-shaped cups have a rounded base.
The rounded body of a bell-shaped cup allows a little extra capacity lost with a shorter length.
A bell-shape will allow the cervix to sit inside of the cup without compromising all of the capacity.
Here are some cups for a medium to a low cervix that have a higher or slightly higher capacity than an average small “V”-shaped cup:
LaliCup (medium)
Merula Original or XL
MyCup (small or large)
Super Jennie (small or large)
Tieut Cup (large)
Venus Cup (small)
There are some other factors that you can think about to help narrow down your selection even more.
You might find helpful information on this page:
https://menstrualcupreviews.net/how-to-choose-a-menstrual-cup/
Good Luck <3
Red Herring
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Hi
My name is Tilda and I am from Sweden. I have great ideas for menstrual cup and I am so exited and I have create a menstrual cup. I have named it Tilda because its a nice name. I have also made on for Germany.
Thanks so much for the response! I tried cutting the diva cup as short as possible, it’s better but still not ideal. I’m Canada actually, I’ve been seeing a number of reviews for the saalt cup recently, specifically comparing it to the diva cup. The small looks like it might be a good option and I am able to have this one shipped here, do you think this might be a better choice for me?
Hi Laney!
Cancel my previous suggestions as I thought you might be from New Zealand from one of the cups that you named.
The Diva Cups are all the same size – 56 mm without the stem. Except for a handful, almost any other small size cup in another brand is going to be shorter than that.
Saalt small is 45 mm without the stem, and the large is 52 mm without the stem. Even the larger Saalt Cup is shorter than an average large size cup. Both might be comfortable for you to wear. With the stems intact they are 70 mm in length and they can be trimmed easily if you still feel the same irritation.
Since you have a light flow the capacity might be fine with the small Saalt, but I worry that it will ride up and sit higher around your cervix. This might allow the cervix to sit deeper inside of the cup and compromise the 25 ml capacity.
If it’s feasible, I would suggest picking up their two pack – small & large just in case this happens.
Hi Red Herring!
I am about to buy my first cup- woohooo! So glad I found your site/reviews!
I’m 25 and have never had kids. I measure today on my period and have a medium-high cervix (almost to the 3rd knuckle). Normally my periods are not very heavy- they last about 3 days and I really only use regular tampons, and a super tampon during the second night. I would be really interested in a cup that could be used during sex, but would also be ok buying a cup and some Flex cups as well (my sister uses and swears by them).
Where do you suggest I start?
Thank you!!
Hi Lillie!
I’m so happy to hear that you’re about to buy your first cup! I’m excited for you! I’m also happy to hear that you find this site helpful…although, it’s not mine 🙂
With a cervix that is medium/high, you can get away with using just about any menstrual cups. However, you might find “V” shaped ones a little easier to reach. Even though your period isn’t extremely heavy, you can also use larger sizes for the length. They may allow you to use the cup for the full 12 hours since your periods are on the lighter side.
Most cup companies suggest against using their menstrual cup while having penetrative intercourse, but many people have had success using and doing both at the same time. It might not be for everyone, but it’s your choice (try at your own risk). Just go slow and see if it’s something you and your partner are comfortable with it.
The only cups that are specifically designed for use during ‘sexy’ times are the DISCs…as you already mentioned the Flex Fits Cup. SoftCup, Ziggy Cup, and Lumma Unique are the others on the market. With Nixit soon to be launched. Flex Fits and SoftCups are one-time use, disposable items. The rest are reusable.
I have not had consistent luck with all of them except for one which I only use before bed. I swap out to a ‘regular’ menstrual cup in the morning. As my periods may be heavy at any given time, I don’t feel confident while using them.
Anyhow, below are a few medium firm cups that I think might be comfortable and still easy to reach. I choose cups that were on the narrow side.
(In no particular order)
Diva Cup Model 1 – This is their middle size as they have a model 0, 1, and 2. Good thing is, it’s cheaper than the smallest size that they offer 😛 Anyhow, this cup is a bit on the firmer side and should open fairly easier without a lot of coaxing unless you have very toned or hypertonic pelvic floors muscles. It has a decent length and a short stem that can be trimmed if needed.
Casco Cup small – This cup can be found by other names depending on your location. You might want to shop around if more than one ‘brand’ is available in your area to see which one is the most affordable. Freedom Cup, Green Cup of Maine, LinCup, Life Cup, Hesta Cup, Hello Halo, EverCup, Mahina Cup, Wa Cup, are some of the names it can be found under. This cup is very similar in shape to the Diva Cup but is a little longer in the body. The stem is short and can be trimmed if needed. Most of these cups are a tad softer than the Diva Cup and for those who have a sensitive bladder, I often suggest these as an alternative (when they like the shape and size of the Diva Cup but find it too firm).
Monthly Cup normal/regular/medium – This cup is a little shorter than the two above and has a bit wider diameter. The rim is on the meatier side which may help this cup to open easy even though the body is softer. The stem on this cup is short but sturdy and easy to grip and hold. The air holes are on the larger side and seem to make it easier (at least for me) to release any seal/suction that the cup has created.
The cups above are made of medical grade silicone.
Genial Day medium – This cup may be found under different names depending on your location. Masmi Cup and OI Cup are two other names it can be found under. This cup is made of Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE), which is the same material that MeLuna uses for their cups. It’s said that these cups are supposed to warm up and form to your body. However, some people find it harder to work with when getting the cup to open because they don’t have the same spring as most silicone does. They usually take on an oval shape after use and may not return to a perfect ring.
If I had to choose ONE cup for you, I would say to start with the Monthly Cup. I think it will be the easiest to open, comfortable for a medium cervix, but still, have a long enough length if/when the cervix moves up a bit.
As for the Menstrual Discs, I’m partial to the Ziggy and Unique only because they are reusable and I don’t want to have to keep buying Soft/Flex Cups.
I find the ring on the Soft/Flex Cups to be too firm and depending on my cervical position, feels too big to get tucked behind my pubic bone correctly or completely. It also makes a loud crinkling noise that my husband and I can’t get passed. He’s also detected the collection bag on this one. Have you asked your sister if you can have one to try?
While the Ziggy is reusable, I can’t always get it situated correctly either. The rim on this one is too soft (I sound like Goldilocks! Too firm! Too soft! 😛 ) and sometimes would fold over when trying to place it.
The one that I do like is the Lumma Unique Menstrual Disc. The firmness of the ring is in the middle of the two others. I have the most success with this one and use it almost every night while I have my period.
Okay, so those were my suggestions. I hope that one of them sparks your interest. If you have any additional questions about any or all of these cups, I’ll do my best to shed some light on them.
Until then, happy window shopping!
Hi,
I’ve been using the Diva cup, size 1, for my last few periods. I’m 35, no kids with what I think is a pretty light flow (even on my heaviest days I can leave a regular sized tampon for 8-10 hours and need nothing overnight). I’ve had no trouble with leaks or getting the proper suction when I insert it. I didn’t realize there were firmness options, but I think I’m okay with the firmness of diva My trouble is, I can feel it. It’s not painful, just, there in an annoying way, almost like it’s sitting too low, but there doesn’t seem to be room for it to go any higher, if that makes sense.
I seem to have a medium- low cervix(not quite at the second knuckle, but well past the first). I’ve trimmed the stem down, which has helped, I don’t feel it while sitting anymore, but I still feel it when I’m walking around, and the urge to run to a ladies room and push it back up(except there is nowhere to push it!) I don’t think it’s sliding, that’s just where it sits. There is one notch left on the stem, but I’m not sure if I cut it off entirely if I’m cutting the bottom open? The info that came with the cup said to leave at least 1/4″ of stem as well, though, I don’t actually use the stem to remove it; I find it easier to squeeze the bottom and pull.
Can I cut the stem off entirely, and see if that helps, or should I be looking to switch to a different cup? and if so, which do you recommend? As a previous poster stated, it can become a very pricey trial and error process! In my area, without paying huge shipping fees, it is seems like my options are: Diva, Athena Cup, Vida, Blossom, Eva, Intimina, and Haakaa.
Thanks!
Hi Laney!
I’m happy to hear that you’ve had a ‘mostly’ good experience with your Diva Cup. I’m sorry that it’s just not your perfect cup, though.
The Diva Cup does have an extra inner seal between the stem and the base. You should be safe trimming it as long as you don’t go further than that. If you place the cup on your finger you’ll be able to see that the seal stops your finger at the 3rd grip ring at the base of the cup.
Haakaa sounded like a Polynesian word (I’m part Hawaiian and we have similar words), are you in New Zealand?
If you are, here are a couple of cups that might interest you that are in that area – if you would rather try another design:
*Diva Cup small for reference –
Total Length – 67mm
w/o Stem – 56mm
Diameter – 43mm
Capacity to the Rim – 27ml
MyCup (NZ) – Even the larger size is a bit shorter than the Diva, but the diameter is quite a bit wider.
SMALL:
Total Length – 62mm
w/o Stem – 45mm
Diameter – 42mm
Capacity to the Rim – 29ml
LARGE:
Total Length – 67mm
w/o Stem – 51mm
Diameter – 46mm
Capacity to the Rim – 40ml
Wā Cup (This cup is manufactured in the USA but sold in NZ & Aus) – The small and large of this cup are about the same length as the Diva Cup, but they have a ‘MINI’ version that might be suitable for your light flow.
MINI:
Total Length – 59mm
w/o Stem – 47mm
Diameter – 42mm
Capacity to the Rim – 26ml
For someone with a medium/low cervix, a bell-shaped cup might be a bit more comfortable because the base of the cup is rounded and doesn’t taper to a point like “V”-shaped cups do.
There are very few brands in which the small and large are the same length – like the Diva Cup. Most companies have a small that’s shorter than the large. A lot of fellow bleeders feel it’s deceiving when choosing a size.
I understand that trying different cups can be pricey. I’m sure there’s a menstrual cup FB group in your area. One or more might allow ‘destashing’ gently used cups. Even if you’re not comfortable buying and using a used cup, there are many who are willing to purchase them. You might be able to recoup some funds back if you have more than one that you don’t need.
I hope that I answered your questions completely. Let me know if there’s another else I can do for you. Until then…have a comfortable period <3
Cheers!
Hello, wow this is incredible – feel amazingly lucky to have stumbled across this site. I’m looking to make the move to menstrual cups.
– I’m 27, never had kids, never used a cup
– I have a copper IUD and a high cervix (have trouble finding my strings)
– insanely heavy (and painful) periods
I’m currently using a combo of tampons and pads or tampons and period pants.
Where should I start?
Hi Molly!
Congrats on deciding to make the switch!…or at least trying it 🙂
With the information that you have provided, I would suggest something on the longer side or more “V”-shaped. Since you have experience with using tampons, I feel that you might be fine with inserting a larger cup (for capacity), as a folded cup will be about the same size as a tampon during insertion (maybe except for the “C” fold).
Here are my suggestions and my thoughts on them (in no particular order):
LuvUr Body (LUB) Medium or Large –
The medium LUB is one of the longest (body) cups on the market. If you have a very high cervix, this one might be the easiest to reach.
Total Length – 82mm
w/o the Stem – 62mm
Diameter – 45mm
Capacity to the Rim – 43ml
The large LUB isn’t as long, but is still longer than several of the average large cups out there. It has a wider diameter and holds the same capacity.
Total Length – 77mm
w/o the Stem – 58mm
Diameter 48mm
Capacity to the Rim – 43ml
The medium LUB feels more firm than the larger size as the diameter isn’t as wide and may be easier to get open. The diameter on the medium LUB is closer to large size cups, while the large is wider than most.
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Venus Cup Large – This cup is a medium firmness in the body, but as a slightly firmer invisable secondary rim and upper rim. It also has an inner ring for added firmness to help get this cup to open. It has a pretty good total length and a very nice capacity.
Total Length – 71mm
w/o the Stem – 56mm
Diameter – 47mm
Capacity to the Rim – 47ml
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UltuCup Large – This cup has a slightly longer body than several of the large sized cups out there, but it has a short stem.
Total Length – 70mm
w/o Stem – 56mm
Diameter – 44mm
Capacity to the Rim – 40ml
This cup design can be found under different names. Some of them are on the softer side. If you feel like you have bladder sensitivities, you might prefer the Casco Cup, Hesta Cup, or Freedom Cup instead.
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LaliCup Large –
This cup is the shortest of the bunch, but has a stem with a decent length.
Total Length – 73mm
w/o Stem – 55mm
Diameter – 46mm
Capacity to the Rim – 40ml
This cup has a unique channel pattern around the body that helps this cup to fold up smaller and easier, while also helping the cup to open once it’s inserted and the fold is released.
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Yuuki Cup Large – “Rainbow” or “Soft” version
These large cups are a little longer and wider than many on the market, and they have a decent stem length as well.
Total Lenth – 75mm
w/o Stem – 56mm
Diameter – 47mm
Capacity to the Rim – 38ml
The “Rainbow” version is a tad softer than the “Soft” version, but not by much. The Yuuki “Soft” is actually their medium firmness and compares as such to other cups on the market – medium/average firmness.
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So those are the cups that I think might work for you. Check them out and see if any interest you or if you have any questions about them.
As for using a cup with an IUD, many have had success with both.
Next time you go to the doctors, let them know that you plan on (or are using) a menstrual cup. They can trim the strings shorter for you even if you already have a difficult time feeling them. This way, they won’t get in the way when placing the cup.
I would normally suggest getting familiar with the length of the strings and checking them periodically, but as you already have a hard time locating them, this is useless.
When removing the cup, make sure to break slight seal/suction that the cup creates before tugging down on it. If there’s still a suction, the IUD may become dislodged.
Curiously, when you checked the location of your cervix, was it right before or at the start of your period? This is when it tends to drop to its lowest point. At the middle to the end of our periods, the cervix starts to move back up. At the height of ovulation, the cervix moves up to the highest point. Sometimes so high that it’s either hard to reach or completely out of reach. Double check again, just incase. I would hate for you to get a cup that’s considered the longest on the market only to find that your cervix drops down.
Let me know if you have any additional questions. Good Luck!
Hi.
I’m 33, medium-high cervix (half way between second knuckle and end of finger), never had a baby.
I used the Diva cup (size A) successfully without problems for years. Then, about two years ago, it suddenly started putting pressure on my bladder and making peeing slow.
I bought an Anigan Eva Cup (bigger size), and I find it a little long. It is not rough on my bladder or anything, but I’d like something a little softer.
What do you recommend?
Did you see the new Venus Cup? The size small might be something to look into 🙂
How about the Korui or the Menstro?
The Korui is a nice cup. Even the largest size (51mm without the stem) is shorter than most other size large cups out there. There’s a medium (49mm without the stem) if that’s a tad to long. Both the medium and large Korui are more firm than the EvaCup and since the body stays wide and doesn’t taper to a point, this firmness might feel exagerated.
The MenstroCup is about the same length as the EvaCup and is is more firm in both the body and rim.
Hi There!
First, I’m happy to hear that the Diva Cup served you well for at least a couple of years.
Second, I’m also happy to hear that you didn’t go too extreme – firmness/shape – when you chose your second cup.
Since the EvaCup felt a little too long, I searched for a cup with a shorter body and that is slightly softer.
Here’s a few cups that might interest you (in no particular order):
Super Jennie – small: This is the shortest cup in this group. Although it is the small size, it still has a decent capacity at 32ml to the rim. The firmness of the rim is just about the same as the EvaCup large, but the diameter is more narrow which should ease the pressure that you’re experiencing.
LaliCup – medium: This cup has a unique channel pattern around the body. These channels help the cup to fold up easier, while also helping the cup to open after the fold is released. I also find that since these channels will collapse individually, it can ease the pressure in sensitive areas while keeping the rest of the cup and rim in place. And while the rim is about the same as on the large EvaCup, again since the diameter is a bit more narrow, it should ease some of that pressure as well.
This cup (body) is slightly shorter than the EvaCup and has a rounded base. This cup holds 36ml to the rim.
Lena Cup Sensitive – large: This is a bell-shaped cup with a flared rim. This shape and flared rims tend to make these cups ride up and sit a little higher in the vaginal fornix. I usually suggest these shapes for those with a medium/low cervix, but the larger size adds a little bit of length to them for an easier reach. Most (but not all), flared rims are softer than the body of the cup, and that is the case with the Lena. This cup holds 30ml to the rim providing your cervix doesn’t sit too deeply into the cup.
So, those are my suggestions. Depending on your flow, you might choose one of them based on the capacity that they hold. All of these cups are shorter than the EvaCup large. The Lena would be the closest in length but again, it’s a bell-shape with a flared rim and might sit a bit different compared to the rest of the cups in this group.
Check them out and see if any of them interest you. If you have any additional questions, I’ll do my best to try to answer them for you. Until then, Good Luck & Happy Browsing!
My flow is normally very little (lately, about 7 ml every 12 hours) so I don’t need a high capacity cup.
How about the Korui or the Menstro?
The medium Ruby Cup is a shorter cup with a rounded base that might feel more comfortable in length, but the body was more firm than the EvaCup. It still might be fine since it will sit differently and the pressure might be applied to an area that is not as sensitive.
Oh yeah… I forgot to ask. Do you think the Ruby Cup in M would also be a good option for me? It seems similar in size to the medium LaliCup.