A reusable, medical grade silicone menstrual cup. Fold and insert to collect menstrual fluid for up to 12 hours. A healthy, effective and eco friendly alternative to pads and tampons.
Give yourself menstrual freedom by switching to a reusable, medical grade silicone menstrual cup. Designed to be folded and inserted into the vagina where it collects menstrual fluid for up to 12 hours. A healthier, affordable, convenient and eco friendly option!
Saves money – no monthly financial burden nor shopping errand
Non toxic material, no irritation nor dryness
Can be worn overnight, up to 12 hours
Not associated with toxic shock syndrome
No odour
Comfortable and discreet
Can be worn while swimming or exercising
Preserves resources – cotton used in tampons and pads is an intensive crop
Markings allow measurement of flow (can be useful to diagnose Menorrhagia)
Alternative to
Disposable pads and tampons
Directions
Get in a comfortable relaxed position. Fold the cup and hold firmly in one hand. Part your labia with the other hand and guide the cup inside your vagina (similarly to inserting a tampon). Once inside the cup will “pop” open which you may hear or feel. Check that cup has fully opened and twist or press to encourage it open if there are any folds remaining. To remove, locate the cup by the stem and squeeze the base of the cup to release any suction before gently pulling the cup out. Empty, rinse and reinsert. Between periods, place the cup in boiling water to sterilise.
Sizing
Size small measures 4.3 cm diameter, 5cm long and 2cm stem
Size large measures 4.8cm diameter, 6cm long and 2cm stem
Typically we recommend size small for those younger than 30 years or who have never delivered vaginally and size large for those older than 30 years or who have delivered vaginally.
There are a few factors to consider when choosing the best menstrual cup size for you:
1. Age and birth history – both of these factors affect the strength of your pelvic floor muscles, which play a role in holding the cup in position. Age and childbirth weaken these muscles which allows more cup movement, therefore to ensure easy removal the longer, wider diameter size cup, size Large, is recommended for those over 30 years or who have given birth vaginally. For those who are either younger than 30 years, have never given birth, are virgins or are athletes, size small is recommended.
2. Cervix height – the height of your cervix can be measured by inserting a finger. If your cervix is not within reach or the height of your cervix exceeds the length of the cup (including the stem) we recommend a size large.
3. Capacity – size small has a 22mL capacity and size large has a 30mL capacity. Those with menorrhagia can find extra relief from the size large, give their age, birth history and cervix height are compatible.
A menstrual cup may not be right for you if you suffer from vaginismus and we recommend you consult with your doctor.
Care
Between periods, place the cup in boiling water to sterilise and store in the included cloth pouch.
Materials
Medical Grade Silicone. Box includes storage pouch and instruction pamphlet
End of LIfe
With good care a reusable menstrual cup will last you 5 years. It should be replaced when showing signs of wear. If silicone recycling is available to you, this is the best option but if not, disposal to landfill.
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