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A menstrual cup is cone-shaped, similar to a small cup, which is inserted low in the vagina and creates a seal, also known as a "vacuum".

A menstrual disc is more like a diaphragm — a flat circle with a firmer rim. It is placed higher, behind the pubic bone, and does not create a vacuum. The disc stays in place due to its firmer rim, which fits against the vaginal walls and collects menstrual blood.

Advantages of Menstrual Discs

Due to its unique shape and position, the menstrual disc has distinct advantages:

• Suitable for different cervical types

• The disc can be reused for up to 5 years

• When using a menstrual disc, there is no need to remove it during sexual intercourse

• Menstrual disc use is compatible with IUDs

• Reduces the risk of bacterial proliferation

• A menstrual disc can be worn for up to 12 hours without maintenance

For these reasons, the menstrual disc becomes a new, extremely comfortable and liberating period product for many.

 

How to Use a Menstrual Disc

To understand and determine if a menstrual disc can be a great alternative to traditional period products during your cycle, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the first questions women often ask themselves before starting to use a menstrual disc.

 

How to insert a menstrual disc?

Although a menstrual disc is an internally worn product, it is inserted slightly differently than a tampon or a cup. Inserting a menstrual disc for the first time may require some effort.

1. Hygiene first — wash your hands thoroughly.

2. Then fold the disc. Fold the menstrual disc in half and relax. 

3. Insert the disc at an angle. Hold the disc between your thumb and forefinger, insert it into the vagina, directing it towards your tailbone. The menstrual disc should rest behind the pubic bone.

When the menstrual disc is inserted correctly, it is completely imperceptible and can be worn for up to 12 hours continuously.

 

How to know if the menstrual disc is full?

While using a menstrual disc, you should feel or notice when it's time to empty it. Some signs or observations might include:

• Spotting

• A feeling of fullness

• More frequent urge to urinate

When first starting to use a menstrual disc, for the first few times, consider wearing additional protection such as period underwear or other menstrual products.

 

How to remove the disc?

1. Just like inserting it, we first recommend washing your hands thoroughly.

2. Then you will need to relax and insert a finger into your vagina to find the rim of the disc.

3. Once you've found the rim of the disc, gently pull the disc and empty its contents over the toilet or in the shower.

4. After emptying the contents, don't forget to rinse the used menstrual disc with water and neutral soap. For disc care, you can additionally use special products designed for this purpose, such as menstrual product and intimate hygiene wash, intimate hygiene wipes, sanitary wipes, or disinfectant spray. Additional products will help maintain daily cleanliness and protect against discoloration.

 

How to care for a menstrual disc?

At the end of your cycle, it is recommended to sterilize the menstrual disc and store it in its designated pouch. To ensure the menstrual disc lasts long and safely, we recommend:

• Sterilizing the disc at the beginning and end of each cycle

• Avoiding harsh cleaning agents (vinegar, tea tree oil, etc.)

• Storing the disc in a clean pouch or other designated storage container

 

What unexpected issues might arise when using a menstrual disc?

As we mentioned, the menstrual disc, like other menstrual products, has its own usage nuances. When starting to use a menstrual disc, don't be surprised if: 

•  The menstrual disc slips out or leaks during use. If this has happened to you more than once, we recommend removing the menstrual disc over the toilet or in the shower.

• During urination, the menstrual disc might self-empty. This is not a common phenomenon, but it can happen to some, and it is normal, as we are all different, with different bodies and anatomies.

 

When is a menstrual disc not recommended?

Although a menstrual disc has many advantages compared to other menstrual products, it may not be suitable for everyone, or not immediately, for example:

• It is not recommended for teenagers who are just starting menstruation. Inserting and maintaining the disc can be too complicated for teenagers at first.

• If you have a vaginal infection or candidiasis, it is also recommended not to use a menstrual disc.

• Also, if the disc has fallen on a dirty surface, its sterility has been compromised in other ways, or a film has formed on it — we do not recommend using an unsterilized menstrual disc as described above or on our frequently asked questions page.

 

When is it forbidden to use a menstrual disc?

If one of the scenarios listed below occurs, discontinue using the menstrual disc until the indicated problems are resolved and you are confident that you can use the menstrual disc. Menstrual disc use must be stopped if: 

• You experience pain, fever, or other unusual symptoms during menstruation or while using the menstrual disc. In such a case, we recommend consulting a doctor immediately.

• You have had sexually transmitted infections.

• You have recently given birth, had surgery, or experienced a miscarriage.

• You are concerned about damage to your septate hymen.

 

Menstrual disc - a perfect solution?

The disc can become one of the most comfortable menstrual products for women who value freedom, comfort, and more sustainable choices. This menstrual solution reduces menstrual waste, provides more freedom of movement, and can even be used during sexual intercourse.

As with all menstrual products, we recommend learning about the specific product before you start using it. Therefore, if you have more questions, we invite you to visit our frequently asked questions page, where you will find more information about menstrual discs and our other products.

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If you want to find out if a menstrual disc is right for you and try it out, we invite you to visit our menstrual disc category. Here you will find verified, safe, and certified products that we have selected with your comfort, daily life, and well-being in mind.