talk to me about menstrual cups

onceuponadisaster

So last year I had a 300+ day period, and I've had quite a bit of spotting lately. I pretty much ruined most of my underwear and PJ pants, and several pairs of shorts because it got to the point where I just couldn't tolerate any more tampons or pads. 

So talk to me about your cups ladies. What brands, what do you like about them, etc. 

Nukke

300+ days???

to answer your question, I use the Diva cup.  I haven't tried any others, so I can't compare but it works for me.  Others have cut off the tip, but I never bothered.  I find that mine sits way far up inside me, but I can still get it out.  It took a LOT of getting used to, though, and I almost gave up on it. Now I'm so used to it, I can't believe I ever used anything but.

pombride

So last year I had a 300+ day period

You need a visit to your OB/GYN not just a Diva Cup.  FWIW, I take a magical pill called Megace/Megesterol and it has transformed my life from 60 day periods to ones that last 6 days.  You might ask about this, but definately see your physician.  GL.

tokenhoser

I'm hoping you're under the care of a doctor for your ceaseless bleeding.

That said, I've used a Diva cup for the last 8 years or so. I might buy a Lunette to try post-baby, being as I'll likely have to move up a size anyway. I'm interested in a design with slightly larger air holes than the Diva. That said, the Diva is the easiest to find (I can buy it in health food stores here). Best $35 I ever spent on a feminine hygiene product.

CDMay2006

I've only used a diva cup.  It was available at our local nat'l food store, so that's what i went with, and i'm very pleased.  Everything about it is better than disposable pads/tampons/menstrual cups and i have no complaints about the design of this one.

GRKaters

Big, big fan of the Diva. I've been using it since December, and each month I like it more. I'm probably one of the last people on earth who ever thought I'd be using one and that it would be neater/more enjoyable, but it truly is. I swear my period is easier to handle because of it. Even my cramps are lighter.

another KT

I like the Diva.  It was fairly inexpensive on Amazon.

SuperGreen

I love love LOVE my Diva.  Best.Purchase.EVER!  I have a light enough period that I only have to empty it once a day.  No more dry tampons full of chemicals.  No more used tampons in the bathroom trash can ().  Not only is it greener, but it just works better.

sillygoosegirl

I trust you've seen a doctor about the excessive bleeding.

I don't have much to say about the diva cup other than that it is basically the best thing ever. 

jen5-03

I used a Keeper cup (natural rubber version) for a decade. I got a new Lunette cup after DS was born. I like them both and haven't worn a tampon in about 12 years. I *hated* tampons because my flow is never predictable and it was just awful. But that's not a problem with a cup.

I also get days when I just can't stand the thought of having anything in me, so I have a few cloth pads for those days. I personally couldn't do those full time, but they're a nice backup and comfy as far as pads can be.

jooliagoolia2

I've been using the Diva cup for two years.  It took about 5-6 cycles to get used to but now I can't even imagine going back to tampons *shudder* or plastic pads.  And I hardly ever get cramps anymore.  Best decision I've made for myself.