mooncup (Merged Discussion Thread)

arkonite_babe

Currently on sale at the mo in ethical superstore if anyone is interested

positivelymummy

can i ask what do you store it in when not in use? does it come with some kind of container to keep it sterile etc?

rach

it comes with a little cotton bag, so after each period i sterilise it and then pop it in my handbag so i'm never without it!

miss_phish

Blimey, used mine for the first time today (trimmed the 'tail' to a 1/4 inch as suggested) insertion was easy then after 5 hours I tried to take it out and couldn't. So left it for an hour, tried again - still no joy.

Finally, on the fourth attempt I managed to get enough of a grip of it to release!

Phew!

Due to poor gynae history I don't like to use tampons so am certainly going to persevere with it - I am just SO grateful that I didn't have to ask for help from mum or a doctor!!!

f1re_cr4cker

hi,they r easy to get out u just push down as if u were pushing out a baby!

rach

miss_phish wrote: »

Blimey, used mine for the first time today (trimmed the 'tail' to a 1/4 inch as suggested) insertion was easy then after 5 hours I tried to take it out and couldn't. So left it for an hour, tried again - still no joy.

Finally, on the fourth attempt I managed to get enough of a grip of it to release!

Phew!

Due to poor gynae history I don't like to use tampons so am certainly going to persevere with it - I am just SO grateful that I didn't have to ask for help from mum or a doctor!!!

you just need to make sure you break the seal properly otherwise it won't budge. i find that it works best to pinch the bottom of it together and twist it a little and this does the job and i can get it out. took me a while to get the hang of it. i remember sitting on the loo at OH's parents house almost crying with mounting panic wondering what i should do if i couldn't get it out :rotfl:

oldMcDonald

rach wrote: »

you just need to make sure you break the seal properly otherwise it won't budge. i find that it works best to pinch the bottom of it together and twist it a little and this does the job and i can get it out. took me a while to get the hang of it. i remember sitting on the loo at OH's parents house almost crying with mounting panic wondering what i should do if i couldn't get it out :rotfl:

Also had that panic!!

I found 'pushing down' as you grab it ( as if you were having a poop, sorry!!!) helps when the panic starts to rise. Also, if you need a poop then wait until afterwards to remove the cup.

*never said poop, ever, in real life - now decided I find the word funny (childish that I am) and will have to look for a situation whereby I can say it!*

deedeeliz

I've just finished my first period using my mooncup and I have to say it's been a very different experience.

I am very happy overall, but need to practise resting it in the correct place, that could be uncomfortable, otherwise I didnt know it was there!

One thing, I didnt experience any cramp, was that the mooncup or just my body taking pity on me for once?

ruthiejane

deedeeliz wrote: »

One thing, I didnt experience any cramp, was that the mooncup or just my body taking pity on me for once?

It does seem to be a rather pleasant side effect, though who knows why. I've found the same thing, I know some people assume that the cramps could be blamed on toxins from tampons, but I always used towels and got cramps, but have much less cramp now I use my mooncup!

sarah84

Have been using mine for a few years now. I also find I get less cramps, and I don't have to worry if I can't change it as often as I used to with sanitary towels. Plus its nice to know its good for the environment, and has saved me money!

Edited to add:
I have found the best way to insert it is to wet the mooncup with warm water or lubricant, then fold it in half. Personally I found I have to push it as far as it will go, but its best to have it as low down as you can without it 'poking' you.
As for removal, pushing down on it until you can firmly hold the stem, then wiggling the stem until the cup is low enough for you to gently squeeze and brake the seal. I find wiggling it side to side until its out is better than pulling straight down.