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What is a menstrual cup? What're the benefits of the menstrual cup?How to choose the size of a menstrual cup?How to use a menstrual cup?You will find the answers to these questions in this article.     What is a Menstrual Cup? A Menstrual Cup is a type of reusable period product, made of medical-grade silicone. It is worn inside the vagina, either around or below the cervix. During menstruation, the cup is used to catch menstrual fluid rather than absorbing it. You can use a Menstrual Cup safely for up to 12 hours, depending on your flow. The cup needs...

I’ve had a lot of conversations with my female friends lately about the benefits of using menstrual cups instead of ‘conventional’ products at that time of the month. From the dozens of conversations I’ve had, I can tell you that the benefits of using a menstrual cup are pretty compelling, so I thought it was time I shared a little more information... WHAT IS A MENSTRUAL CUP? If you aren’t already familiar with what a menstrual cup is, just take a look at the photos within this article. Essentially, it’s a small cup-shaped product, made of flexible medical-grade silicone (or...

For years, women have used either tampons or pads to collect blood and protect clothing during their periods. But a menstrual cup provides women with an alternative to these traditional methods. Some are long-lasting and reusable, while others are disposable. Menstrual cup basics and advantages Aren’t sure what a menstrual cup is? It’s a flexible cup designed for use inside the vagina during your period to collect menstrual blood. The cup actually collects the menstrual flow rather than absorbing it as tampons or pads do. Most menstrual cups are made of silicone or rubber. I always remind my patients that if they’re latex-sensitive,...