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Received mine a day before my cycle, which was perfect timing! I have been battling recurring bacteria and thought this might help to relieve that. After antibiotics, I used the cup. Here was my experience summed up.
Insertion: easy from just the instructions that came with. Had a little leakage around it from not getting a good enough seal. Although by the third time I emptied it, no more leakage. Just took practice.
Removal: had some trial and error with this. First few times were a little painful, mainly because I didn't use my muscles to help it down, I just pulled. I checked out a YouTube video and figured it out. After that, no mess and no pain!
While inside: had no feeling of it, once inserted properly and snug, I couldn't tell it was there. Even more so than a small tampon. I had read people's comments about less cramps and was skeptical, but it was true. I had way less cramping than with tampons, as well as NO pressure in that area like I normally would with a tampon. This was a miracle!
Body balance: I had battled bacteria issues with maintaining my pH and such. After some research I learned that tampons can cause this. I bought this hoping it would keep that at bay and it did that and so much more.
Changing/emptying: I normally went through a whole 50 pack of Kotex tampons in one cycle. I was nervous I would overflow with a heavy cycle, but the directions said it wouldn't happen. Sure enough, it didn't happen. Not only that, I only had to empty it 3 times the first day (mostly because I wasn't sure how often to do it as it was my first time) and once a day for the rest of the days. Can't you imagine? Only having to think about your period once a day?! It's real, it works, and it's amazing.
Overall: if you're looking for any sort of ease with your period and aren't afraid to try something different, try this. I am so pleased and thankful that someone out there thought of this. I have been telling anyone who talks to me about their girly problems. I would make a billboard if I could.
March 2015 · Health and Household · verified purchase