PLANNING NEXT MENSTRUAL CYCLE: KNOW ALL ABOUT MENSTRUAL CUP

A menstrual cup is a flexible product made for use during your period to collect blood. Unlike tampons or pads, the cup does not absorb your menstrual flow. If you are allergic to latex, it is advisable to choose a silicone cup instead to prevent any gynecological problems. You can use a cup throughout your cycle, but to prevent leaking, you may need to change it more frequently on days with heavy flow. Simply take it out and rinse it after 12 hours or whenever the leaking starts.

Since the fluid in menstrual cups is not exposed to the air like it is with pads and tampons, you will not have to worry about embarrassing odor escaping at the worst possible times. Positive bacteria and the pH of the vagina remain stable as well. Tampons absorb both the blood and the vaginal fluid, which may upset the delicate bacterial and pH balance of the vagina.

Menstrual cups are reusable and long-lasting in addition to being significantly less expensive than sanitary napkins.

Tampons and pads are unable to hold as much liquid as menstrual cups. They have the capacity for holding twice as much liquid as tampons and sanitary napkins. It is of great help during days of heavy flow.

When using menstrual cups, you can rest easy as there is a very low chance of leakage. You probably would never have to suddenly wake up from sleep to search for pads or tampons.

You can get rashes from using sanitary napkins. Tampons may contain synthetic fragrances and perfumes, which can cause skin allergies and irritation. Menstrual cups are free from all such issues.

Since they can be recycled, less waste clogs up our landfills, and fewer trees will be cut down to produce them than the paper-based alternatives. Remember that some cups are made to be thrown away. If you want a reusable one, make sure you carefully read the label before making a purchase. This is an additional way to reduce your monthly expenditure.

Anyone who has used tampons, especially those without applicators, should find it easy to learn how to insert a menstrual cup. Simply fold it to resemble a tampon, direct it toward the back of the vagina and push it in place. It ought to draw itself up. You will not feel it at all if it is inserted correctly.