Menstrual Cups 101

21 Concerns You May Have Before Getting a Menstrual Cup

July 5, 2021

Are you interested in using a menstrual cup for the first time? With its massive popularity, it’s no wonder you want to find out more about it. If you have only been using tampons and pads and want to make the switch to menstrual cups, then the ...

Menstrual Cups for Beginners – Everything You Need to Know

November 29, 2020 2

Whether you’re new at using menstrual cups, or looking for a new menstrual cup, the process of narrowing down what might work for you is basically the same: Locate & Measure Cervix Sensitivity Physical Activity Flow Amount Previous ...

Swimming with a Menstrual Cup

September 1, 2020 2

Let’s cut to the chase. Can you safely go swimming while wearing a menstrual cup? The short answer is a definitive YES! Now, let’s back that up with some facts, stats and some personal user stories. A menstrual cup is worn completely ...

Tampons & Pads vs. Menstrual Cups & Cloth Pads – What’s Right for You?

July 11, 2020

Living in the 21st century, we have more periods than any women of previous generations ever did. This is because we live longer, have a better diet, and – in many developed countries – are pregnant and breastfeeding less often. The average woman ...

Valve Menstrual Cups

February 12, 2020

There are a handful of “valve” style menstrual cups floating around the market and it seems that all of them can be found on Alibaba or AliExpress. Not all of them are of the best quality and you can often tell by the price. It is your body and ...

Menstrual Cups & Prolapse

February 1, 2020 10

To begin understanding the following topic, you need to understand what a “prolapse” is. A prolapse is when a certain part or organ within the body slips forward or down. The Cervix The cervix is typically not located straight up and ...

Menstrual Cup Shapes Explained

January 26, 2020 1

While all menstrual cups were created to collect menstrual flow, not all menstrual cups were created equal. Not all will feel equally comfortable or be easy to reach for every person. Different features in a cup will change its shape. How Do I ...

New Frequently Asked Questions for 2023

January 14, 2020

Which menstrual cup is best for beginners? There is no such thing as a single menstrual cup that is best for a beginner. It all depends on which menstrual cup is the most comfortable and easiest to reach. To be able to determine this, you need ...

Menstrual Cups and Internal Birth Control

January 11, 2020

Many people have been successful with using internal birth control, such as an IUD or a NuvaRing®, alongside using a menstrual cup.

Menstrual Cups and Allergies

January 7, 2020

Can a menstrual cup give you an allergic reaction? This is a common concern and question that is frequently asked due to sensitivity or allergies that could be experienced due to materials used to make menstrual cups or products that may be ...

Menstrual Cup Firmness Explained

December 31, 2019

Firmness is not something that most, if any, menstrual cup companies mention. At best, it is described as a cup that is made out of a “soft silicone”. However, we all have different interpretations of what “soft” is and to what degree. There is ...

Low Capacity Menstrual Cups – It might be What You Need!

December 22, 2019

“Low capacity” is not typically a great selling point or something that people search for when choosing a menstrual cup. However, everyone has their reasons for seeking the cup that they do. While most menstrual cup companies won’t use this ...

High Capacity Menstrual Cups

December 15, 2019

Whether you’re looking for a cup for your extremely heavy flow, or seeking a cup to hold you all day with a moderate flow, a “high capacity” cup is generally what works best! First of all, it depends on how heavy your flow is. Remember, what we ...

Virgins: You CAN use a Menstrual Cup

November 4, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions by Virgins – ANSWERED! In this article, I’m going to cover a few frequently asked menstrual cup questions (by virgins) I’ve come across while writing and researching all things period related. The issues that I’m ...

Menstrual Cups in Public Bathrooms

June 2, 2019

A menstrual cup holds more than a tampon and should keep you dry for a longer amount of time. Depending on your flow, you may even be able to use your menstrual cup for the full 12 hours, or the brand’s suggested length of time, before needing to ...

Menstrual Cup Stems – Everything You Need To Know

May 14, 2019 1

Menstrual cups are designed with many different features from one cup to the next. One of those features that may vary between brands is the stem. A cup may have a long stick, tab, ball, ring, no stem at all, or may have a mixture of these. They can ...

Where To Buy Menstrual Cups? Online and in Person