Would you use the diva cup?

Contributor: Rin (aka Nire) Rin (aka Nire)
I just ordered one, and can't wait to try it.

I currently use pads during the day because tampons make me feel too dry, and I can't put a fresh one in after taking the old one out because the dryness makes it painful. So I only use tampons when I sleep (accompanied by a pad on the first two days), since pads, even "overnight" pads, are WORTHLESS when you're laying down. Neither are comfortable, and I don't even want to think about how much money I spend every year for this little system.

If the menstrual cup works out, then I'll be done with pads and tampons forever! I might keep a few around, 'cause you never know, but I would love to not have to use them.
09/23/2012
Contributor: damnbul12 damnbul12
I have not heard of it before
09/23/2012
Contributor: LimeGreen LimeGreen
I gave it a try, and I sure do wish it worked for me! It is a super great idea, but unfortunately I could feel it no matter what I did. Thankfully if you decide to try it and it is not for you... they have a solid satisfaction guaranteed policy and you can return it! A little bizarre to return something like that, but still, its worth a go!
09/29/2012
Contributor: Virgingasms Virgingasms
I haven't tried the Diva Cup, but I've used a MeLuna for three years. I just got a Lady Cup but haven't had my period yet. Menstrual cups are great and a bit of googling will bring up some great websites comparing brands so you can decide which would be best for you.
10/12/2012
Contributor: Glinteye Glinteye
I love mine!
10/12/2012
Contributor: remember.me remember.me
I have one and I like it.
11/07/2012
Contributor: rosythorn rosythorn
Its a little strange to me but maybe later on in life.
11/07/2012
Contributor: molly molly
I used the diva cup and it was a little bit too big for me...so I switched to the mooncup, and I love it. Highly recommended!
12/01/2012
Contributor: Cat E. Cat E.
I'd never try this.
12/01/2012
Contributor: Leather & Lace Leather & Lace
I probably wouldn't.
12/01/2012
Contributor: Inkkythesquid Inkkythesquid
I don't think i would, i would feel gross to have my blood just collect there and not be absorbed.
12/01/2012
Contributor: Rory Rory
Always good to learn something new. Thanks!
12/01/2012
Contributor: evie.amor evie.amor
I bought a Diva Cup (pre-childbirth) and really wanted to like it. When it was in I could feel the stem poking me, especially when I sat down.
12/23/2012
Contributor: Rin (aka Nire) Rin (aka Nire)
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Originally posted by evie.amor
I bought a Diva Cup (pre-childbirth) and really wanted to like it. When it was in I could feel the stem poking me, especially when I sat down.
I had a similar problem (not really too bad, but enough to annoy at times) and after a look around I found that, if you're 100% certain that you can retrieve the cup without using the stem, then you can always trim it off. After practicing removing it without touching the stem, I went ahead and snipped it, and now it's perfect.

Alternatively, you could look at other brands - some have different stem shapes that may be more comfortable (MeLuna cups even come in a stemless style).
12/24/2012
Contributor: AzealiaB AzealiaB
i dunno, i like the idea of it but it seems inconvenient to me...
12/24/2012
Contributor: ARPKasso ARPKasso
I don't think I'd feel comfortable enough to use one.
12/24/2012
Contributor: novanilla novanilla
You can't feel it at all, and it's not messy. It's way cheaper, more sustainable, and it's healthier. No TSS, because it doesn't absorb. It's great for travel, can stay in for 12 hours instead of just up to 8, meaning it's way safer to sleep in. It's all around better than tampons. Quite honestly, I don't get why people use tampons when menstrual cups can be used. People who use tampons instead confuse me! Menstrual cups are just so much better!
12/24/2012
Contributor: EmuLove EmuLove
I read about it in a magazine and want to try it because I am sensitive to many materials pass, tampons,and applicators so this sounds easier
12/25/2012
Contributor: vanilla&chocolate vanilla&chocolate
I would definitely try it!!
12/25/2012
Contributor: sundaebrunch! sundaebrunch!
Quote:
Originally posted by chantalgiardina
I ran across the Divacup a few days ago and I have been pondering getting one but I am really unsure about it.

would you use one? Have you used one?
i love my diva cup! it really makes my period easy (and cheap!). i will say that it took a few cycles before i really had the hang of putting it in right, but now i'm all diva, all the time.
12/25/2012
Contributor: bog bog
Quote:
Originally posted by chantalgiardina
I ran across the Divacup a few days ago and I have been pondering getting one but I am really unsure about it.

would you use one? Have you used one?
I would never go back to tampons. It's more than paid for itself after 5+ years of use. I use natural sea sponges during the light days, and the cup on heavier flow days. I feel so much more connected with the process now that I know exactly how much I bleed, and when.
12/27/2012
Contributor: LuckyLady LuckyLady
nah, i prefer tampons.
12/27/2012
Contributor: GirlOnGirl GirlOnGirl
I've never used one and don't think I'll ever try it. It seems like it takes a lot of getting used to and tampons are just so much more convenient.
12/27/2012
Contributor: Pink Lily Pink Lily
I was really excited when I first tried to use it, but for me it just isn't worth it. The selling point for me was that I could use it for up to 12 hrs at a time because it "holds an average woman's entire flow". This isn't the case for me because after 4 hours it was already full. As you might imagine, I have to change my most absorbent tampons every two hours or I leak. I was able to be home while testing it out on my heavy days, but I would never use it if I knew I needed to change it while in a public bathroom.

It was also a pain to remove, a pain to put in without having it leak, a slippery little sucker, and after 2 days started to color. It is supposed to (from the literature I read) sit low in the vaginal canal, but it would creep up making removal a hand-cramping, fingernail straining experience. Most of the flow from the cup was on my hand, dripping down my leg, or spilling on my pants by the time I could maneuver it out of my body. And after all of that, I was lucky if I didn't accidentally drop it in the toilet.

It does have its good points: I learned that I flow a freakish amount for 3 days, and trickle for the other 4, I didn't cramp as much as with tampons, and I really do trust how sanitary silicone can be. And I know tampons took a while for me to get use to, but I just don't remember them having this much of a learning curve. At the end of the day, I just don't think it's a product for someone who thinks super-plus tampons are God's gift to the world.
12/27/2012
Contributor: lainebug lainebug
Quote:
Originally posted by chantalgiardina
I ran across the Divacup a few days ago and I have been pondering getting one but I am really unsure about it.

would you use one? Have you used one?
I want to try them
12/27/2012
Contributor: MommaJo MommaJo
we tried the instead cups. Did not like.
12/27/2012
Contributor: LoooveMonkey LoooveMonkey
I've used a soft cup for my past two periods and I LOVE it. And since I got my period while visiting my boyfriend, I got to test out whether or not it made period intercourse without a mess possible, and it did!! And they never leak! I'm so happy. Sooo happy. I'll never go back to tampons.
12/28/2012
Contributor: PDXlady PDXlady
Well you really can't tell until you've tried one. It works great for some people and not so great for others. Personally I have nothing but good things to say about my cup. Diva Cup isn't the only brand and personally I would recommend the lady cup, the silicone is a bit softer which makes it easier to insert. I've also tried the Keeper Cup which I wouldn't really recommend because it is made of rubber instead of silicone like the lady cup. They seem a bit pricey up front but they are much much cheaper than disposable pads and tampons over time because they last about 5 years. If you are interested in reusable menstrual products you can also check out reusable pads. If you have any questions please feel free to message me.
12/28/2012