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Menstrual cups

Menstrual cups

"Illustration of a menstrual cup next to a feather on a pink background with the text 'What Are Menstrual Cups & How Do You Use Them?' from Tamanna Woman & Child Clinic."

Let’s discuss about a girl’s journey from using cloth, sanitary pads, tampoons and now menstrual cup.
What is a menstrual cup?

A menstrual cup is a type of reusable feminine hygiene product. It’s a small, flexible funnel-shaped cup made of rubber or silicone that you insert into your vagina to catch and collect period fluid.
Cups can hold more blood than other methods, leading many women to use them as an eco-friendly alternative to tampons. And depending on your flow, you can wear a cup for up to 12 hours.

How to use a menstrual cup ??
If you’re interested in using a menstrual cup, talk with your gynecologist. Although you can buy any of the brands online or in most stores, you’ll first have to find out what size you need.
To figure out the right menstrual cup size for you, you and your doctor should consider:
⦁ Your age.
⦁ Length of your ⦁ cervix.
⦁ Whether or not you have a heavy flow.
⦁ Firmness and flexibility of the cup.
⦁ Cup capacity.
⦁ Strength of your ⦁ pelvic floor muscles.
Smaller menstrual cups are usually recommended for women younger than 30 years old who haven’t delivered vaginally. Larger sizes are often recommended for women who are over 30 years old, have given birth vaginally, or have a heavier period.
How to put in your menstrual cup ??
Just follow these steps to use a cup:
⦁ Wash your hands thoroughly.
⦁ Apply water or a water-based lubricant to the rim of the cup.
⦁ Tightly fold the menstrual cup in half, holding it in one hand with the rim facing up.
⦁ Insert the cup, rim up, into your vagina. It should sit a few inches below your cervix.
⦁ Once the cup is in your vagina, rotate it. It will spring open to create an airtight seal that stops leaks.
You shouldn’t feel your menstrual cup if you’ve inserted the cup correctly. You should also be able to move, jump, sit, stand, and do other everyday activities without your cup falling out and irritating you. If you’re having trouble putting in your cup, speak with your doctor.
When to take your menstrual cup out ??
You can wear a menstrual cup for 6 to 12 hours, depending on whether or not you have a heavy flow. This means you can use a cup for overnight protection.
You should always remove your menstrual cup by the 12-hour mark. If it becomes full before then, you’ll have to empty it ahead of schedule to avoid leaks.
How to take your menstrual cup out ??
To take out a menstrual cup, just follow these steps:
⦁ Wash your hands thoroughly.
⦁ Place your index finger and thumb into your vagina. Pull the stem of the cup gently until you can reach the base.
⦁ Pinch the base to release the seal and pull down to remove the cup.
⦁ Once it’s out, empty the cup into the sink or toilet.

Cup aftercare
Reusable menstrual cups should be washed and wiped clean before being reinserted into your vagina. Your cup should be emptied at least twice a day.
Reusable menstrual cups are durable and can last for 6 months to 10 years with proper care. Throw away disposable cups after removal.
What are the advantages of using menstrual cups?
A menstrual cup
⦁ Is affordable
⦁ Safer than tampons
⦁ Holds more blood than tampons & pads
⦁ Is environmental friendly
⦁ Can be worn with IUD
Menstrual cups may be an affordable and environmentally friendly option, but you still need to keep a few things in mind:
⦁ Cup removal can be messy. You may find yourself in a place or position that makes it difficult or awkward to remove your cup. That means you may not be able to avoid spills during the process.
⦁ They can be tough to insert or remove. You may find that you’re not getting the right fold when you put in your menstrual cup. Or you may have a hard time pinching the base to pull the cup down and out.
⦁ It can be hard to find the right fit. Menstrual cups aren’t one-size-fits-all, so you may find it difficult to find the right fit. That means you may have to try out a few brands before finding the perfect one for you and your vagina.
⦁ It may cause vaginal irritation. A menstrual cup may irritate your vagina if the cup isn’t cleaned and cared for properly. It may also cause discomfort if you insert the cup without any lubrication.
⦁ There can be an increased chance for infection. Wash the menstrual cup very well. Rinse and let it dry. Don’t reuse a disposable menstrual cup. Wash your hands after. This prevents infection
COMPARISON OF PADS, TAMPOONS & MENSTRUAL CUPS:
PADS TAMPOONS CUPS
You can move freely with it when you are exercising False True True
Cannot be felt when wearing False True True
Doesn’t cause irritation or dryness May be False True
No chemicals or perfumes True False True
Not linked to Toxic Shock Syndrome ( TSS) True False True
You can wear for upto 12 hours False False True
Sleep easy , you can wear it all night False False True
Cost effective False False True

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