Can the menstrual cup get stuck?

Can the menstrual cup get stuck?

It is impossible for your cup to be swallowed up by your body or to get lost in there Once it’s in, there’s only one place for it to go — out.” So, the first step to expelling a stubborn menstrual cup is to relax, which might sound easier said than done when you feel like you have something stuck inside of you.

Do menstrual cups make you bleed more?

We are often asked if a menstrual cup can be used with heavy periods. The short answer is yes but it’s more involved than that. Though many who are cup-curious feel that they have a heavy flow most quickly learn that they really don’t bleed as much as their tampons or pads may have implied.

Do I need to boil my diva cup every month?

We advise boiling your cup for 20 minutes between each menstrual cycle to keep it fresh and clean, but if you forgot or didn’t have time to boil it, you can sanitize the cup with our handy Cup Wipes, or wipe it down with rubbing alcohol. Once you get home, make sure to boil that cup for 20 minutes!

Can you use baby wipes for menstrual cup?

Yes, you can.

Why does my Diva Cup smell bad?

Yes! It’s completely normal for a menstrual cup to develop an odor with regular use. This odor may be completely different from the smell associated with your menstrual flow. Some people have described the smell as similar to eggs, broccoli, or sulfur.

How often should I clean my menstrual cup?

It is important that you wash your menstrual cup at least twice a day during your cycle (every 12 hours), and ideally every 4-8 hours. After removing your cup and emptying the contents, simply wash the cup under cold or warm water and then re-insert.

How do you use a Diva Cup for beginners?

Get Comfortable Just like with insertion, you can either sit on the toilet or stand with one leg on the bathtub. Gently separate your labia with your finger. Then using your forefinger and thumb, gently pull on the stem until you can feel the base of the cup.