Lets talk about why Diva cups are the bees knees!

[greencrunchymama]

I love mine too! I hope I don't have to use it for awhile though

[3ringcircus]

Originally Posted by YiddleDoppers I chose to replace mine b/c I dropped it in a public outhouse while on a camping trip. In hindsight, I'm glad I got a new one b/c I used to feel like I couldn't get those tiny holes at the top clean enough. The newer models have holes that come nice and clean ... also the silicone does "yellow" with time, which may be why some choose to replace every couple of years.

Thanks - I'll check mine. Still no AF after this baby, but I've have major PMS for 2 weeks so I think it's coming and I'd better be ready!

[gem898]

I love mine too! FYI, you can turn the diva cup inside out where the stem is completely inside the cup. It's still a little long for me, but it is much improved from just trimming the stem. I'm thinking about trying a lunette since they are shorter (and come in colors).

[Kelly3139]

I have bought both a lunette and diva cup from babyhalfoff.com. It is a daily deal website so you have to be patient. I bought the diva on a whim bc it was half off. I used it for about a year and I liked it, but when I saw the lunette last month I bought it because I have heard the comfort is better. That being said the diva cup is still more comfortable than a tampon to me. Now the lunette is going to be sitting in the cabinet unused for the next year or so bc I just got a surprise + HPT. I even had it boiled and ready!

[umajo]

Originally Posted by Saharan I really love my diva cup too but I find it a bit uncomfortable at certain times. Maybe it is too long for me? What bands fit a bit smaller and where do you get them?

Check out these websites:

http://menstrualcups.wordpress.com/c...y/comparisons/

http://menstrualcups.wordpress.com/2...s-and-ratings/

Fleurcups are shorter. You can turn it inside out if the grip rings are irritating (and if you don't need them or the stem for removal)

You do have to order from France, but it's very simple (if you can understand a bit of French).

[Beesgirl]

Does anyone use the MeLuna? That one is looking the best to me size wise.

[Chibirsd]

Originally Posted by 3ringcircus Why are people replacing theirs? I've had mine probably 6 years, are you supposed to replace it periodically? I love mine - once I'm past the crampy stage, I forget I'm even having a period.

I replaced mine just to size up since I had a baby. ( thats what the manufacturer recommends) I think they are good for like 10 years though otherwise

Lindsey - RN wishing to be a SAHM. mom to the cutest DS born 10/3/11.

[qsefthuko]

I have a question. I have never used any type of cup and rarely used tampons. Like once ever 2-3 years. My daughter is interested in using a cup but has only recently turned 13. She wanted to use tampons so she can go swimming but was deterred by the moldy tampon story. Would you recommend using them for someone so young and if so which brand?

[gingerpeachee]

http://ecomenses.com/

This site has really good information about the different cups that are available. My little sister is 14 and I have intentions to tell her all about menstrual cups! I would just make sure you get a nice small one.

Maybe she could try "instead" first as I believe those are disposable and available in most places that carry pads and tampons.

[EssentialGoodz]

I have a ladycup which i bought from Amazon. I really like it and i would love to have another cup .... Maybe a lunette to try- just because lol

For more detailed info on the ladycup... I will say that my cervix sits lower during my period and the cup fits comfortably with only a tiny bit of the stem left on. The material its made out of seems sturdy enough, but i feel like it wont last forver. I dont know why exactly though. It it a softer cup in my opinion so maybe that is why.