Introduction/INTRODUCTION

Can menstrual periods be filled with cups? The prototype of menstrual cups was born as early as 1867, with a long history. For example, its production materials are non-toxic and harmless to the body, and the surface is not easy to breed bacteria, making it very clean and hygienic. A menstrual cup is a menstrual product placed inside the vagina, made of latex, silicone or thermoplastic, soft and elastic. So, is the menstrual cup good or not? How to use it? Now let's share our user experience with everyone!

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What is a menstrual cup

A menstrual cup is a menstrual product placed inside the vagina, made of latex, medical silicone, or thermoplastic, soft and elastic. Its shape is bell shaped, with a short handle below.

The bell shaped part is stuck in the vagina to collect menstrual blood flowing out of the uterus, and the short handle part can keep the menstrual cup balanced in the vagina and make it easy to remove the menstrual cup. After putting the menstrual cup into the vagina, it will automatically open in a fixed position. Depending on personal needs, after about four to five hours, gently pull it out and wash it with water. It can be put back without drying. If you are outside or in the company's restroom, you can bring a bottle of water to clean on the toilet. Before and after each menstrual period, you can thoroughly disinfect with soap or diluted vinegar. The price of the menstrual cup is about two to three hundred yuan, and only one is needed for one menstrual cycle. This type of cup can last for 5 to 10 years.

What is the use of menstrual cups

For women, there are always a few days a month where they have difficulty moving and sitting comfortably. At this time, sanitary pads and tampons are definitely essential items. However, when tired of the dampness and stuffiness of sanitary napkins, and tired of the dryness when sanitary tampons are put in and taken out. So menstrual cups can solve the troubles.

A common menstrual cup. Without wings, without drawstrings, you may not even feel the presence of menstrual cups. You don't have to look around with it, you can engage in various sports, don't worry about floods pouring down, and don't worry about the embarrassment caused by side leaks.

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Instructions for using menstrual cups

Before use

Please clean the new cup first. Boil silicone in boiling water for 5-6 minutes to disinfect and sterilize, rubber cannot be boiled! Clean with specialized monthly cup cleaning solution, or thoroughly rinse with neutral or weakly acidic mild soap or shower gel and water.

When in use

It is necessary to wash your hands first. Fold the menstrual cup in opposite directions, keep the user in a sitting or squatting position, spread their legs open, pinch both sides of the cup mouth with their fingers and squeeze towards the center, squeezing the cup into a strip shape. Slowly push the cup into the depths of the vagina in a slightly tilted downward direction, then release their fingers, and the menstrual cup will fully unfold and adhere to the cervix. When replacing, simply pinch the short handle or the bottom of the menstrual cup to remove it, pour out the contents, wash it with clean water or non fragrant detergent, and then use it again. After menstruation, boil it in water to disinfect it.

After use

During menstruation, please clean the menstrual cup with warm water and soap, and disinfect it with boiling water or disinfectant after menstruation.

Boiling water: Fill the container with water and boil for 2-5 minutes.

Disinfection: Soak in disinfectant solution.

matters needing attention

① Disposable sanitary napkins or tampons, be sure to clean your hands before use. Reusable menstrual cups not only require users to clean their hands, but also have an additional disinfection process.

② Buy a new menstrual cup and make sure to disinfect it before use. Some products come with a disinfectant towel as a gift, but if it is not boiled in boiling water for 5 minutes, it is still acceptable.

③ Take out the menstrual cup once, pour out menstrual blood, rinse with clean water, and then continue to use. After the end of the menstrual period, follow the first step of disinfection, cleaning, and storage!

④ If you are using a menstrual cup for the first time, it may cause side leakage due to improper placement. Therefore, Xiaojiu suggests that beginners use it with sanitary pads at the beginning to avoid the embarrassment of blood stained clothing.

⑤ If your menstrual flow is large and needs to be taken out every four to five hours, it is recommended to buy an extra one as a backup, as cleaning and disinfection may not be convenient when working or going out.

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The advantages and disadvantages of menstrual cups

advantage

① Cheap

You can buy a good one for two to three hundred yuan, which can be reused for 2-10 years.

② Security

The menstrual cup only collects menstrual blood and does not adsorb it, so there is no risk of TSS (toxic shock syndrome).

③ Convenient

The menstrual cup can be left in the body for up to 12 hours. If there is a large amount of menstrual blood, it should be removed and emptied 2-4 times a day.

④ Intuitive

Menstrual volume is one of the criteria for judging whether menstruation is normal. The menstrual volume of healthy women is between 30ml and 50ml, and the capacity of large menstrual cups can reach 30ml. With such a reference, one can more accurately understand the daily menstrual volume.

shortcoming

① Time-consuming and troublesome

Many women find it difficult to place their menstrual cups properly in their vagina, especially when they first start using them, and the operation is very unfamiliar.

② Easy to breed bacteria

The vaginal environment is damp and concealed. After using a menstrual cup, ventilation and breathability will deteriorate. Some women may forget to replace it in a timely manner, leading to the growth of bacteria.

③ There is a risk of poisoning

The material for making menstrual cups is silicone or rubber, and some rubber can even be toxic, causing irritation to the user's body. Menstrual cups are synthetic products, not natural, and special chemicals may also be used during production. Long term use is bound to harm health.

④ Unmarried women should not use it

The thickness of a girl's hymen is only about one centimeter, and even if you use a menstrual cup carefully, it is highly likely to harm your hymen.

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Which is better, sanitary tampon, menstrual cup, or sanitary napkin

Differences

① Shape

Sanitary tampon: It is a small cylindrical object, about four or five centimeters long, with a thin thread at the end for women to use and extract.

Menstrual cup: It is a bell shaped object similar to a tall cup, with a capacity of about 20-30 milliliters. It has a small conical shape below and a short handle at the bottom for easy fixation.

Sanitary napkin: In the shape of a long strip, with attached "small wings" on the side.

② Usage

Sanitary tampon: It needs to be inserted into a private area and discarded after being pulled out.

Menstrual cup: needs to be inserted into a private area, just wash it, and it can still be used.

Sanitary napkin: It is attached to underwear and needs to be changed every two to three hours for hygiene purposes. After use, it should be discarded.

shortcoming

① Time-consuming and troublesome

Many women find it difficult to place their menstrual cups properly in their vagina, especially when they first start using them, and the operation is very unfamiliar.

② Easy to breed bacteria

The vaginal environment is damp and concealed. After using a menstrual cup, ventilation and breathability will deteriorate. Some women may forget to replace it in a timely manner, leading to the growth of bacteria.

③ There is a risk of poisoning

The material for making menstrual cups is silicone or rubber, and some rubber can even be toxic, causing irritation to the user's body. Menstrual cups are synthetic products, not natural, and special chemicals may also be used during production. Long term use is bound to harm health.

④ Unmarried women should not use it

The thickness of a girl's hymen is only about one centimeter, and even if you use a menstrual cup carefully, it is highly likely to harm your hymen.

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Which is better, sanitary tampon, menstrual cup, or sanitary napkin

Differences

① Shape

Sanitary tampon: It is a small cylindrical object, about four or five centimeters long, with a thin thread at the end for women to use and extract.

Menstrual cup: It is a bell shaped object similar to a tall cup, with a capacity of about 20-30 milliliters. It has a small conical shape below and a short handle at the bottom for easy fixation.

Sanitary napkin: In the shape of a long strip, with attached "small wings" on the side.

② Usage

Sanitary tampon: It needs to be inserted into a private area and discarded after being pulled out.

Menstrual cup: needs to be inserted into a private area, just wash it, and it can still be used.

Sanitary napkin: It is attached to underwear and needs to be changed every two to three hours for hygiene purposes. After use, it should be discarded.