This post is all about the insanely good reasons to use a menstrual cup.
If you have a vagina, you either have periods, had periods, or are on your way to having periods (are there others that I don’t know about?). A menstrual cup might be for you.
Today’s topic is menstrual cups and why they should be considered the superior feminine product when it comes to periods.
Just last year, I only wore pads. There was a time when I tried tampons but hated them so I went back to pads.
And now I’m hooked on the menstrual cup.
Trying out a menstrual cup is one of the best decisions I have ever made.
I have been using the cup for almost half a year now and am shocked that I never tried menstrual cups sooner.
I also didn’t know about them till last year anyway.
What is a Menstrual Cup? (Brief)
It’s like a tampon since it’s a product that you have to insert, but cups are much better!
Here are 5 reasons why I think you should start using a menstrual cup.
This post is all about the insanely good reasons to use a menstrual cup.
Disclaimer
I am not an expert on menstrual cups. I only speak from what I have experienced and understand thus far. Everything mentioned in this post is my personal opinion and should not be used to make any decisions. You must read this content at your own risk. Before deciding whether a menstrual cup is the right product for you when you are unsure of it, I highly recommend consulting with a professional for further guidance (I decided to try a menstrual cup with my own judgment; however, that may not be the best method of approach for you).
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Let’s Begin
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5 Insanely Good Reasons to Use a Menstrual Cup
1. A Menstrual Cup Is Environmental Friendly
This cup is very environmentally friendly because it’s reusable.
It is more environmentally friendly than pads and tampons because those are normally tossed after every use (except for the reusable cloth pads and tampons. Those sound SO gross to me).
In addition to that, most people go through at least 4 pads or tampons a day! That’s a lot of trash that is being made.
I guess it just really depends on the person and how heavy their period flows are.
I was more on the heavier side of my period flow and had to constantly change my pad throughout the day. My periods last 7 days a week on average and it’s even gone 9 days before!
Of course, there are people that have a light flow and only have to change their pads twice a day. Some people change it even less but either way, it’s still extra trash every day.
With a menstrual cup, you don’t have to worry about trash until your menstrual cup is too old. At this point, it can’t do its job anymore. This brings me to the next point.
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2. A Menstrual Cup is Cost Effective
The Cost-effectiveness of the menstrual cup is the main reason why I decided to try it.
Menstrual cups are said to last about 10 years (if it’s cared for properly).
The cup that I invested in was about $30. But ever since I bought this cup, I haven’t spent a dime on any products for my period (except appropriate soap to wash the cup).
Knowing that I don’t have to spend money every 3 months on pads makes me happy.
I’m sure you would like to save as much money as you can *wink wink* unless you’re rich or something.
I’m a college student and need to save as much as I can for future financial success and pay for school necessities. Saving on period products is definitely helping my savings.
I thank my past self every period cycle for deciding to try a menstrual cup. I am never going back to pads if I can help it.
3. A Menstrual Cup Is Safer
The good thing about menstrual cups is that they are generally safer than tampons. (Pads just get moist and icky.)
Menstrual cups don’t absorb the good bacteria because they are generally made of medical-grade silicone (there are other materials like medical-grade latex too).
The one that I used is made with medical-grade silicone.
Tampons are made to absorb the period blood in your vagina.
When the tampon absorbs the period blood, it is also absorbing other good bacteria or fluids that are in your vagina.
Since menstrual cups are made of silicone, the cup holds all the blood and tissue that you shed in the vagina without absorbing anything. The period blood just sits in your cup inside of you.
I mentioned the cup to my friends and some of them don’t like the idea of blood sitting in the vagina all day.
My argument is that period blood and tissue is in your vagina anyway so what’s the big deal? (Lol no hate.)
Also, these friends are ones that wear tampons (which is pretty much the same as a menstrual, but menstrual cups are BETTER).
4. I Can’t Feel It
I really love how menstrual cups are in the vagina because when it is inserted correctly, you can’t tell it’s there.
It just feels like a regular day (with cramps though).
When I used pads, I hated how I would get inner thigh rashes whenever I moved around. I also didn’t like how moist it felt down there for 4+ hours a day (depending on how heavy my flow was).
The first time I tried a tampon, it HURT. But I probably wasn’t using it correctly.
My first time with a menstrual cup wasn’t pretty either but the benefits of a menstrual cup definitely motivated me to keep trying.
I didn’t see anything good about a tampon besides the fact that you can swim with it. (By the way, a menstrual cup can do that too).
5. A Menstrual Cup Is Convenient
From the past 6 months of me wearing a menstrual cup, I feel like I barely have a period.
I feel this way because I only need to take out my cup to empty it twice a day. Once in the morning and once at night.
And let me just say that it is pure bliss knowing that I don’t have to be on the lookout for a bathroom every four hours to change out my pad.
Now, I can just look for a bathroom when I need to pee (or poo).
There is also the convenience of not having to carry around feminine products everywhere you go.
Since you can leave the cup in for up to 12 hours (depending on your flow), you can be hands-free all day long.
When you use pads or tampons, you have to keep a stash of them with you at all times for when you need to change them out throughout the day.
Another good thing about the cup is that you can insert it even when you’re off your period.
Unlike tampons, you don’t have to worry about your vagina being too dry to insert the cup. It will definitely still be dry when you insert the cup but it shouldn’t do you any harm if you decide to put it in early.
Sometimes when I suspect my period is almost here, I insert my cup right before I think it is gonna happen. I would suggest only wearing it right before and during your period. There is no point in wearing it on your off days because that’s just giving yourself extra work in the mornings.
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Ending Note
There you have it. These are my 5 reasons why I think you should start using a menstrual cup as your primary feminine period product.
There is one downside to using a menstrual cup but it’s just about patience. It takes me about 10 minutes to take out my cup, empty it, clean it, and insert it again.
At first, it was dreadful, but all the other pros that come with it outweigh the inconvenience big time (at least for me).
I started using a menstrual cup while I was still using pads so I have a stash of pads that aren’t being used right now.
I’ve decided not to throw them away in case there are days when I need them, such as if I forgot my menstrual cup somewhere that is unobtainable or lost.
I will eventually use them (hopefully) because I want to make all the money I spent on those pads worthwhile.
Also, I have the long-length night pads. I doubt any of my friends would take them off my hands.
Have you tried a menstrual cup before? Will you try it one day? Why wouldn’t you? Tell me what you think about the menstrual cup down below. Good day!
This post is all about the insanely good reasons to use a menstrual cup.
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