We Tried Different Period Products!
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- we tried different period products! testing period alternatives like the menstrual cup, disk, and period underwear!
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Rachel Resnick / rachelrambles
Sierra Schultzzie / sierrastephenirl
Jessica J
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Producing Editor- Rachel Resnick / rachelrambles
Executive Producer- Sierra Schultzzie / sierrastephenirl
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These are exactly the type of videos I was hoping for with the start of the collective…love this style!! I think that’s why the bra vid is my favorite! ❤️
#1 I love Jess…”the power of oxiclean”
#2 I’m dead at Sierra and the giant pamphlet 😅 😂
Definitely not TMI!!! This is very informative for people with periods that are looking for alternatives!
“People” with periods? Really? You don’t realize how insulting it is to women that we no longer own the word. Who else besides women can have periods? Trans men and biologically women…it’s a powerful thing Nature. And saying does not negate trans. Denying the feeling of so many women for the feelings of the few who are triggered by this word is monstrous and anti feminist.
@@QUEENSAS1 I didn’t know the word “people” was so insulting. lol go touch grass and chill out
@@QUEENSAS1 I rolled my eyes hard too when I read "people with periods" 😂
@@hannahcorcoran7513 yes!! I always forget there’s other options than tampons or pads!
Thank you for including men who have periods as well. My father who gave birth to me burst into tears when he saw this video.
Rachel, flex makes a reusable disc and it’s less rigid and is MORE SUSTAINABLE!! My holy grail for sure
Discs are pretty trendy, so there are a ton of options depending on what you need! I always recommend that people start with the Put a Cup in It quiz (they have a quiz for cups and one for discs) as a starting point or it can be so overwhelming
Just posted about my disc and this is the one I use. I swear by it. I think the disposable ones are just less sturdy. The flex has been the best and I never leak!
Same^^^^
Thiss!!! I LOVE my reusable disc and, although it self empties, it always goes back to place afterwards so I keep it in for 12 hr no problem
THIS! And sizing is super important! I almost gave up on discs until I realized I just needed a smaller one. Now its PERFECT.
Rachel’s commitment is so admirable. I would have absolutely quit and called it a loss.
the target period blood dump is horrifying, god bless rachel
Mine did that once because it's too big. I wonder if Rachel would need a smaller disc. It's probably not worth troubleshooting if she's happy with her cup though
I really appreciate Jess trying the underwear. As another person who can also have some really heavy periods, albeit with less pain that Jess said she gets, I was super hesitant to try any because I wasn't sure if they'd hold up to the flow or not, and I'm not in a place where I can afford to lose money to try things like that. It's also hard to find them in my size as a plus size girlie or if I can then they're, again, extremely outside of my price range.
I also appreciate having Jess in this video because I'm also a person who only uses pads. I've tried using tampons and other insertables, and I just don't like the feeling of them, so there is no other option for me at this point. It's nice to see that representation because sometimes it really does seem like we're the odd ones out for just doing what works for us, so I genuinely thank you guys for including a spectrum of ladies in this video
Check out Period brand! They have plus sizes and some styles are under $10
Just love this comment. Love Jess in videos and love the value of the collective for multiple perspectives on so many things!!
I really highly recommend the Modibodi brand - they go up to a AU26 or something from memory, and lots of different flow strengths.
What I like about them compared to other brands I’ve tried is that the absorbent area is merino wool…. It’s really comfortable, not smelly, environmentally friendly and draws moisture away better than other materials.
Yes, I love my Modibodi underware. I do find that I have to size up though, 1-2 sizes, because it’s too tight and uncomfortable on my period-having stomach otherwise.
as a poor person, period underwear is saving me a ton of money. 6 pairs for $30 each vs $30 of pads and tampons every month....i've had my period undies for maybe 3 years now? they are also significantly more comfortable. cleaner as well. you don't have to change it every few hours. i wear one for daytime and one for nighttime. my period went from a week long to 3 days and very light. it's bc of the pads and tampons that make your period so heavy and long. give it a chance.
Rachel should stick with her menstrual cup and Sierra should try a reusable disc (recommend the Hello Disc). Still empty in the shower ✨
I started using the hello disc two months ago and I also recommend! I took the quiz from period nirvana and that also helped me find the right thing for me
I use a reusable disc now. It works better for me than regular cups, but I still have a super heavy flow that leaves it needing emptied more frequently than 12 hours. I tend to use period underwear with it for the heavier days.
I feel like a lot of disc users get their first ones from other friends passing on the rest of their disposable discs. So get the rest of that box to Sierra!
I love the hello disc! I’ve used it for years and found it so much easier to use than a cup, which I always had trouble with when removing. I use it with one loop cut off. And when learning to use it I definitely had to figure out how to bear down to help it remove easier. But now I love it and I’m a huge fan!
Here to also recommend the Hello disc. What a game changer. And this is coming from a 40-year-old woman who used tampons all these years.
Okay so the cup never worked for me, getting it in and out? Impossible. I gave it 4 cycles and never again. A few years later I tried a reusable disk - life changing. So easy to get in and out and it’s made my periods so much better. I think it’s totally based on your “shape” inside. Maybe that’s why disks didn’t work for Rachel but cups do. So Sierra, it’s worth a shot! You might love a reusable disk! (I tried the flex throw away ones and hated them)
Came here to say this!!!
Yes! I love the disc but I hate the cup. A cup hurts me and causes as much extra cramping as a tampon does
It’s got to be anatomical. The discs make my vagina feel sore after a day or two, but I’ve never felt my cup and am religiously loyal to it!
There are also different sizes of cups, I feel very lucky that the first one I tried worked so well for me because the options were overwhelming 😂 there is a quiz called putacupinit which can help lots, though, they have a quiz for both cups and discs! Their site was super helpful in my research ^^
Neither work for me, and I don’t know what I’m doing wrong
I ended up cutting the stem of the diva cup shorter and I never felt it again! Something to try!
I did that too. It made such a difference! ✨
same!!
I’ve run with a cup for years and never had issues with feeling it if it was in high enough and once the stem was trimmed. Definitely agree with giving it a try.
Same, I have used a cup (Mooncup) since 2009 but had to remove the stem for it to work for my body.
For folks who like the idea of a cup, the Flexcup is AMAZING! You can get it at target. It’s a cup that has a “string” that you pull out, just like a tampon. I found it to be very beginner friendly!
This is the one I use! So much better than any other cup I’ve tried
Yes!!! Came here to say this! Love my flexcup
100%. I liked the diva cup ok, but the flex cup solved the breaking the seal problem. Love my flex cup!!
Ok so I bought this during my last period and COULD NOT get it in!! I’m going to try again next time but it kept opening before it was in far enough! Any tips?
@@jessicataylor7854 I use the 7 folding method! Allows for there to be a “point” which helps with insertion.
The other nice thing about period cups is you can test them when you’re not on your period, since they’re reusable. Try different folding methods before your period comes to see which way works the best, so you’re not stressing and learning when your period already is here 😊
The discs are literally my favorite period invention of all time. Life changing.
Same!!! I’ve been using them for a few years now and will never go back to Tampons.
Sameeeee. Especially after having a baby. Disc period panty combo is elite !
As someone with a HEAVYY flow, the cup is That Girl
Anyone else unable to stick any period products up there? 31 years old and have never been able to even get a tampon in. Will be sticking with the reusable pads and period underwear.
That’s how I was until I tried the disc. I still use period panties but I’m usually too heavy for the first few days to just rely on them.
The disc is MUCH more comfortable than a cup or a tampon because it sits against your cervix
I cant get anything up there to actually work. Ive been thru disk and cups and none worked. Didnt find out until this year that my uterus is titled backwards so my cervix is also tilted and I was like yeah im going to stick to period panties atp because i had enough fights with the cups and disks
I'm 34 and have never been able to stick a tampon up there. The thought of even trying a cup of disc scares the crap out of me
Same, I'm 40 now tried tampons at 18 and just couldn't get them in. I've been using reusable pads for about 8 years and they are great.
Oh yes! I have tried tampons, discs, and cups. Hate them all. I'm more crampy and can always feel them (and yes they're in properly!). I've had 2 kids and still can only use pads or periodunderwear. I have a handful of reusable pads from Etsy that I like.
Is wearing leggins without underwear a thing? I have never heard of that before lol. But that may be because I only use gym leggings made from synthetic fibers, and I would hate the synthetic feeling down there. Love some comfy cotton panties on the regular
I absolutely NEVER wear underwear with leggings! Or at all though honestly. 😂
I love these period product videos!!! I’m a huge believer in the underwear with a cup or a tampon if I’m out the house! I’m super heavy so one or the other doesn’t work unless I’m changing it constantly, like 2 hours. So both work great!
sierra - look up the push down fold!! it’s my go to fold and I find it way easier to insert! you can also trim the stem if you feel it!
Yeah that's what I thought, never got to master the C-fold, punch down is so much better
Push down fold is queen
Not me watching this while I boil my cup 😂. I started using the cup after college and love it, although I usually take mine out to go to the bathroom- for whatever reason I can't go #2 with it in.
And I always wear my cup with period underwear day 1 and 2
I came here looking for this! The menstrual cup is my favorite period product that I've tried so far, but I get cramps and sometimes constipation with it in and it usually slides out if I poop with it in. I use the BloodyBuddy/PoppinsPeriod cup.
@@tiffanymackey2083 I wonder if this is an anatomy quirk, I haven't had that issue with #2 before, but you two are definitely not the only ones either based on all the reviews I read before getting mine! My seating issues have only been from #1, I learned pretty early on that I need to empty my bladder before inserting, OR ELSE! tmi version below:
Your bladder can press on it, which can cause it to leak if you don't pee often enough while it's inserted, but it was one of my first few cycles with a cup, and I didn't realize the pressure of a relatively full bladder would also prevent a seal upon insertion... until one day by chance I inserted first, THEN went #1, and it torpedoed out of me comically fast, so I had to re-boil it 🤣I had JUST got it cooled down from its original boil-of-the-month, so... at least the pan was still out 😂 Now I always hit the toilet first, even if I don't think I really need to, THEN insert, luckily never had the same issue again (although it only took one incident to condition me to be ready to catch it any time it shifts on the john, hahaha)
Oh Sierra, I loved this video lol I don’t have sister or close girl friends so this we super helpful. My teenage daughter has been wanting to try the cup but it just looks so intimidating, so glad to get your feedback. 👍❤
I just tried period underwear for the first time yesterday and I’ve officially been converted!
Also, if anyone else wants to try period underwear but price was a barrier, Walmart now sells Period. brand for $9 a pair
Quick question if you don’t mind. Do you get that “wet” feeling with the underwear like you would with pads?
@@roser6963 For me, it was only slightly. Idk if it's because the blood gets soaked in instead of sitting on top, but I didn't get the same cold wet feeling like with a pad
@@AlexJosephDesigns thank you so much for responding. I appreciate you.
@@roser6963 No problem!
Also Victora secret has them as well so when they have a big sale they are usually included 😊
Uhhh, since when can you only use period underwear 30 times before having to toss it??? I've had my reusable pads for years & am planning to do the same for the period underwear
I was thinking the same thing!
@@BelsaliasMarymaeh I've had mine for 6 years, and they're still fine? Starting to show normal wear and tear after this long, but they still absorb fine. 30 uses sounds like a marketing scam.
I had the exact same thought! As long as you follow the cleaning/laundry instructions they have a pretty long life! I have pairs from Knix and Period. and nowhere on the website do they suggest that they have a life expectancy lol
@@jboden0408 The Thinx website says, "Replace your Thinx at 30 washes." But I can't find any explanation! I keep using them as long as the elastic is good.
Me sitting here watching this video with the period underwear on that I’ve used for every period for at least 3 years, I’ve also never heard of this 30 use thing!
As a woman in my early 40s, I am so glad to see content like this available for young girls. 💖
this video is definitely not TMI, anyone who clicks on this video should know what they are getting, the title explains it very well. this video is very informative!
This is fascinating - flex disks are LIFECHANGING for me, I’m never using anything else ever, it stays in and is so so comfortable, it disappears. I don’t leak when going to the bathroom at all. This was so interesting because the reality is that our bodies are SO different and different things work for different people. Thanks for sharing, it really opened my eyes to how different our bodies can be!
Love love love my flex disc!!!
Sierra you might want to try the size down, I know they often recommend a larger size if you've had children but that's not the perfect formula. I run with mine and find it pretty easy to put in but I have the smallest size
Also there are so many different companies who offer smaller, softer, stiffer etc.
Rachel the whole time I was like “try the Hello disc!!!!!!” Those disposable ones look super flimsy. Theres a learning curve with discs but I’ve loved the Hello Disc
The hello disc is a game changer!!
The hello disc is my FAVORITE - took 2-3 cycles to figure it out, but once I did it has been a GAME CHANGER. I also genuinely it has made my menstrual cycle shorter (could be imagining it but 🤷🏻♀️)
Was a cup lover, but once I tried the Flex Disc I instantly knew the cup was nothing compared to it. The flex disc has a finger hold, not flimsy at all and reusable. Disc for life
@hesfra I started using the disc because I couldn’t figure out the suction for the cup. I had a disposable disc that I had been given and gave that a try and got it to work on the very first try and haven’t gone back. I also like that it “empties” itself so I don’t need to worry about it leaking. I have the Saalt disc that I love but it’s also nice having the disposable option when I’m on the go and it’s a product that I’m used to.
At the end of the day, I think it’s just personal preference and if you already have a cup and are totally happy with it, it might not make sense to switch but I think it’s a great option for people who don’t love (or can’t figure out) the suction part of the cup.
I used to use the cups for years until giving birth. After the first time, I noticed I couldn't get the cup to fit the same way anymore and tried a few other different brands. Couldn't get any to work anymore. Then saw the cora disc and tried that one. For whatever reason, the disc feels more comfortable for me now and works just as well as a cup did previous to pregnancies. Even after the second pregnancy, I have found the disc still works but the cups don't anymore. The cora disc is also reusable and has a one finger divit to make it easier to hook in and grab.
Looking at this wearing the SAME EXACT MODEL of Thinx is kinda wild lmao. I have been using mine for 4 years now, you'll never catch me go back to disposable pads or tampons lol
Sierra, try the disc! At least once. I started out a cup girlie, loved it and thought about trying the disc and it was so worth. I have never leak with the disc and I feel like it easier to use because you don’t have to worry about the suction (especially with an IUD). I used my last disc for almost five years before I have to replace it (I had the reusable one).
I love period underwear! Not sure how accurate the 30 use claim is - I feel like they last longer and that’s just a bit of marketing/consumerism. I’m sure at some point they stop being effective but I’ve had mine for a few years and so far so good
Absolutely agree! It’s pretty obvious when they wear out haha Mine can also go in the dryer on low, which helps a lot. I just love the feel of them so much better than pads.
@@SunnySarahDee good to know and yes mine can go on low too if need be! Agreed so much better for me than pads which was my main method before the underwear.
Mine worked fine until the very end when they were literally falling apart! Having 3-4 pairs is ideal for me. I use them in conjunction with tampons on heavy days and by themselves on lighter days.
I haven’t heard that you can only use your underwear 30 times. I know friends who have had theirs for ages.
Menstrual cup girly here! Die hard in fact. But im currently on day 3/4 of my period and I’ve been trying a reusable Flex disc for the first time and honestly im impressed. I have a very heavy flow, day 2 especially. And yes it’s a bit messier but removal and insertion is rated higher for me with the disc than the cup🤷🏽♀️Way less leaks with the disc tho for me, BECAUSE of the self emptying aspect. My cup gets too full too fast on my heavy days that it’s not worth it but with the disc I didn’t have that issue. Not sure if im a full convert but it’s my experience so far!
Flexdisc is a way better choice of disc in my experience. The ring is less rigid but warms with you body heat to seal. They also make a reusable one
Thanks for testing these products out and giving us an honest review. I've personally never tried any of these, so i truly appreciate your time and efforts. Friendly suggestion: It would have been nice to know how the period underwear would hold up while you're walking out and about and with different outfits as some people may need to wear them to work/school, run errands, and/or while they're doing chores.
Okay first issue, the disposable disc, not good. And it sounds like you weren't getting it under the cervix. If it was knocking out of place so much and so hard to get it to stay tucked behind your pubic bone, that's my guess. I definitely took a few periods to get it in properly, its a very different insertion from the cup in terms of insertion angle. A reusable disc is so good though i swear.
21:05 I love menstrual discs! Personally I found cups to give me cramps and I always leaked, I could never find the right placement after 2 years of trying to position it differently. I find the disc so much easier to insert, more comfortable and no leaks. I use the reusable disc by Saalt (I think, it’s at target). So interesting how different it can be from person to person.
The little baby kicks @5:20 🥹🩷
I just wish it was more than one period for these products because they all say it could take a couple cycles to get used to the product
Jess period swimwear does exist - modiboi does different types :)
On Nexplanon and haven't had a period in YEARS but watching and loving anyways 😂 Crazy how diff PCOS is for people because i have that and my periods have always been pretty light, easy, and maybe only a few a year when not on birth control. The underwear sounds great for that!
Love hearing all your thoughts. My go tos are period panties or cloth pads. I started sewing my own cloth pads about 8 years ago and have made my own period panties the past 2 years. I tried a cup 8 years ago and it got stuck, had to go to the ER to get it removed. Dr's had a hard time getting it out. I don't know how I got it in to begin with. It took so many tries. Turns out I have vaginismus which is part of why it got stuck. Because of the vaginismus tampons dont work for me cause i feel them all the time. I did do 2 years of pelvic floor pt in 2020-2022 that has helped some with vaginismus, its still something i deal with. This summer I tried a reusable disk and it works better for my body because there is no suction. I've used the for 2 cycles only on my heavy days. My period is very clotted so it only really comes out when I pee. So the emptying when I pee is a very usual feeling for me. I do like it as a teacher because then I'm not gushing and running to the bathroom all the time. Period undies are by far my favorite!
Long nails friends get a nail scrub brush if you use the disc or cup!
Sierra, I would recommend trying out a different fold method for inserting the cup. Coming from someone who has used a cup since I was 13, and I'm 21 now, the method they suggest SUCKS. I typically use the "punch down" method, and it just makes the cup into a significantly better shape to insert than the C-Fold. You can look up menstrual cup folds and see which one works and feels easier for you!
I've heard that people with IUDs shouldn't use menstrual cups because they can create suction that can dislodge the IUD. Just putting that out there for anyone else with an IUD who's thinking about trying a cup
The only thing I will say is that there are different strokes for different folks. I don’t care for the cup, but I’m down with the discs all the way. I can’t use tampons anymore, they’re uncomfortable and I can feel them. I’ve had babies, too. I also like the reusable disc that’s silicone. I got it on Amazon.
My reusable flex disc changed my life after I had my baby! I couldn’t use tampons anymore they were way too painful. Highly recommend discs for anyone who’s ever been curious! Disc period panty combo is a game changer
Rachel, I had a similar experience with discs at first. I got the flex reusable disc and it was life changing for me
Yeah I think the disposable ones are way different . Love my flex ! It literally changed everything for me lol
Just coming here to promote the Ruby Cup menstrual cup! For every menstrual cup you buy they donate one to a girl without access to period products. They last for 10 years and I'm on my second one. Highly recommend!
Love this! I’m due to replace mine soon I’ll take a look!
Unrelated for Rachel: if you don't wear underwear generally under leggings, how does your labia not eat the leggings and vice versa? 🙄
Happy Birthday, Jeeeessss!
I'd love to see an episode dedicated to period swimwear, or you each trying different versions of your favorite period products (especially multiple brands of period underwear, especially if you can find them in similar cuts!)
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They should have started with a quiz to find the best fit
Agree, seems they went in pretty blind here lol
lol!! I have tried the cup and the disc and gave up on both. I used a reusable disc, multiple actually. None of them worked. Leaked all the time would empty out whenever they felt like it. Had the exact same experience as Rachel lol. I also almost got one stuck up there. I def learned a lot about my body and that my fingers aren’t long enough lol 😅 the cup like hurt going in and out. Like someone slapped me from the inside and it’d take like 30 min to go away. But was great at no leaks. But couldn’t take the pain. I want to try the panties. But I’m with Jess that ya need like multiple pairs. I don’t have energy to be doing laundry that much while I’m bleeding. Loved the video tho!!! Rachel validated me feelings about the disc so I feel better lol
I used the cup for quite a while but since getting my first iud (im on my second now), I dont have to use anything. I occasionally have spotting just when I wipe after going to the bathroom. Rarely I'll get some blood on my underwear but never enough to go through. It just isn't worth it to me to bother with anything to have stain-free underwear.
Tylenol never worked for me for my cramps. I always used 800mg Ibuprofen
I’m sure lots of people have been commenting this but unfortunately it is not recommended to use a menstrual cup with an IUD as someone who just got an iud and used to love using their menstrual cup it sucks to go back to tampons/pads for the time being 😂
can you use the reusable disc instead of?
Sierra does mention this in her video that she cleared it with her OBGYN - but I totally feel you I would be too paranoid haha!
Period disc or period underwear then no need for tampons
I've used my cup while on IUD until my periods stopped, it was just fine. Just need to be a little more careful and check the strings regularly
ModiBodi is my favorite brand of period underwear. And they do make swimwear as well.
For me the cup was full in 1.5 hours the 12 hours was never going to happen for me.
Cut the stem down a bit on the cup because it makes running easier. Or it does for me
Love this video! I'm definitely considering period underwear. I tried the cup years ago and it was a no go. Maybe I should try it again since it's been a while. I'm sick of bleeding on my clothes when my pad is just slightly off 🙄
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I love the disc!! It might honestly just be slightly different anatomy that makes some love it & some hate it. For me, I LOVE it!!
Try Nixit for a disc! I went from diva cup to a Nixit and it was such a good move. Way better than whatever those disposable ones look 😬
I loveeee my period underwear! I have like 7 pairs, some for medium flow and some for heavy flow. I wash mine like normal underwear and have had the same pairs for probably over a year, some for probably years at this point. I don't see why you'd have to replace it unless it stopped holding blood..kinda seems like a marketing scam to get people to buy more when they don't need to imo. I'm also not picky with the brand of period underwear. I have 1 pair of thinx, but the rest are from AdoreMe and The Period Company (which are super super affordable!!)
My favorite are from knix because, at least for the style I got, they said I can dry them in the dryer!
@rachelgleason6261 i do that with mine sometimes too!
I am a bit worried about Jess. Periods definitely can be painful and miserable, and dealing with that every month is killer. I get very painful cramps during the first day, but I take four ibuprofen and it kicks it so I can be productive, at least. Poor Jess seems VERRYY miserable. 😥
I was thinking the same thing. I thing women are gaslit into thinking it's normal. But we shouldn't be disabled for a day of our periods. Sending Jess some hugs.
It might be endometriosis, at least in my case that was the reason 😢
I swapped to period underwear in 2018 and never looked back, so much more comfortable and environmentally friendly. Ive been using Thinx the whole time, and they are starting to show their age, so ive been very interested in trying the Kayaness ones instead. I like how sustainablely they are made compared to walmart or target brand one, i just havent gotten the chance to actually test them out yet.
Next time I buy period underwear I want to try Kayaness! I’m a huge fan of Shelbi and I want to support her business. She’s the reason I tried period underwear in the first place
Seeing Jess suffer reminds me of my experience with endometriosis 😢 Before my hysterectomy my period was debilitating and dictated so much of my life. I still experience some symptoms but it's nowhere near as severe and disabling as it used to be.
For me, being on birth control solved the problem. I'm sorry you had to go through surgery but at least you are better now!
For me, having kids solved the problem. But that's not a practical solution for everyone hahaha
Nixit is a reusable disc and it’s amazing, I've been using it for years and will never go back to tampons.
Also Rachel I tried the disc you were using and I could not figure it out, but the Nixit works amazing and was SO much easier to insert.
Waaaaaaiiit- I’ve had my period underwear for years… I just bleach it once a month and it still works great. It’s ugly, but reliable.
Is it common in the US to go to Tylenol for cramps? Ibuprofen is what has always been recommended to me.
Depends on the situation. She might not be able to take ibuprofen. Usually doctors suggest ibuprofen or naproxen. If you can’t take either for some reason, they will then suggest acetaminophen aka Tylenol.
I love the flex reusable disc! And I wear period panties at night.
I have been using a menstrual disc for years and absolutely love them! I chose a disc over a cup because i was told by my dr that a cup can in some cases suction out or displace your IUD. I love the lumee resusable disc and i always keep a stash of the flex disc single use in my bags incase my period starts unexpectedly
I tried the Flex discs first, to see if the idea worked for me, and I now have the rest of that pack stashed all over (one in each bathroom, one in the car, one in my diaper bag, one in my purse...) 😂
I remember my first attempt to get a period cup in (I practiced a week before my period) and because I was nervous, I tensed up and it was soooo hard to get it to pop open, all the way up to where it’s supposed to be, and where I couldn’t feel it.
Now as a veteran period cup user (almost 10 years now), it has been a GAME CHANGER. I love that I can put it in at 7am, take out, clean, and put back in at 7pm and then do it again the next morning. It’s been very rare that I’ve leaked and the times I have it’s because I’ve had a heavier flow than I was expecting and leaked around hour 10.
I tried a reusable disc and absolutely hated it. It was so hard to get it to not leak, to get it in a comfortable position, and to ensure I had it tucked behind my public bone and not blocking my cervix. I got it because it was advertised as “mess free sex” and my man could feel it and it was just not an enjoyable experience because I couldn’t get it out after lol
Word of caution with IUDs and Diva cups - they increase the risk of IUD expulsion or misplacement because they work by suction. They are generally not recommended to use if you have an IUD, but if you do use one just make sure to properly break the seal before removal!
I recently switched from tampons and pads to discs (one small for light flow days and one large for heavy flow days) and OBSESSED!!! Not only is it easier than I expected but you save so much money and it’s better for the environment! 10/10 I’ll never go back
I highly recommend Period Company underwear. They have different options for different flows and they’re so comfortable. Not to mention affordable🙂
I’ve been using a menstrual cup for almost 10 years, I will never change! If you do have the opportunity to try one, I would recommend trying it
currently on my period :D the cup is not for me. my period is just three days with a really light flow so I do like the underwear
Wow, must be nice! light and 3 days? Someone is the favourite of the universe 😅
What's that like? 😂😂😂
Same! But I have been on the pill for 13 years.
@@kropka8259 I've had no periods for 4 years, God bless Mirena
I go 2 1/2 days and super lite. I’m 52 years old and been on pill for years. Pads work fine for me.
The diva cup is also one of the longest cups on the market, which is why you might be feeling it. You might need to try a different brand (or 5 different brands like me lol) to find one that works best for you! I bought the diva and could never *not* feel it… then I tried the June cup and it was SOO MUCH better!! They’re only $6-8 too so super affordable. It’s the only cup brand that I’ve tried that I love!!
Love to see this. I hate the cups, discs, regular pads and tampons after using thinx for 10 years. They literally changed my life. So comfortable and easy and no leaks. Literally maybe 3 in 10 years. And idc about the pfas, I may switch as mine give out but I love the thinx. I do agree the disc suck the most!
Also (to add to my previous comment) you can have mess free period sex AND I’m not leaking through at all (esp middle of the night was the worst for me!)
I've been using a cup for almost 10 years now. LOVE IT! Tried the Softdiscs at work one day....discs have a possibility to auto dump if you squat or sit on the toilet. Discs are not for me and my tilted uterus.
Sierra, definitely keep using the cup!! I started using it at a similar age as Rachel and I never looked back!! Maybe you can watch some videos about how to insert it and take it out, I remember that I had really amazing instructions and once it clicked, it was soo easy and foolproof. I was on a trip recently where I had forgotten to bring my cup and had to go back to tampons for one period- UGH! Life is so much better with the cup. I also have never had problems having it in while exercising or running. Maybe you need a smaller size? I just came across a forum where a user recommends the website "put a cup in it" where you can do a quiz to help you find the right cup. Maybe that will help!
The period disks are avalible as reusables as well. So more like the cup there but disk shape for people like that better
Me only have a few small bleedings with my IUD due to the pain. So usally just have black underwere becouse i only have some dark blood when go to toilet sometimes. I do know when going to have it becouse it still let me count every drop
And btw what brand even make that up about 30 times use? I just checked like 5 brands and 0 brands has any amount of times max use. Not a peep about it. Only thing they say is how long expected time before need to change and wash them
Not TMI at all. I'm usually hesitant to try new products. I had tried the reusable underwear in the past and found them too painful to handwash 2x/mo; hand washing anything with RA is just hard mode, and not having enough to get through an entire cycle just compounded the issue. I may try the cup now, but definitely not the disks, poor Rachel!
I like the idea of the menstrual cup, but it seemed to make my cramps worse when I tried it.
Sometimes the thickness/flexibility of the cup can do this.
So I'd say to try a thinner and more flexible cup.
Well thats my experince as someone who has used a cup for 5 yrs and has 1 thinner and 1 thicker cup.
@@tamarapacheco1764 thanks! Maybe I’ll try again!
I love this! Normalize women’s bodies! I was recently diagnosed with fibroids and endo and it’s been a really confusing and painful experience so far. Conversations and safe spaces like this are so important ❤
So after 23 years of having a period I finally switched to the cup. LiFE CHANGING!!!!! I now tell all my friends to switch
Rachel, I've had the same experience with discs! I've tried them multiple times now thinking it was just a learning curve, but I think they're just too big and stiff to really work for my body.
I use the Organicup and it honestly took me a few cycles to get the hang of it. The way the instructions said to put it in didn’t work for me, but there are lots of tutorials on UA-cam that explain other ways to insert it! In the beginning, occasionally I wouldn’t get it to have the seal, so it would start leaking in public.. but after a few cycles I got the hang of it and I never leak anymore! I also use period underwear when i’m too lazy to use the cup 😉 I use Bambody and they’re soooo much comfier than Thinx!
I got an IUD last year, and haven't had a period since, which has been nice. Before that, I had Thnix, which yeah, is an investment, but if you go in the build a set, you get a discount. Plus there's the different thicknesses for different amounts, so having a knowledge of your cycle, you can build a set that works for you. Though I didn't know itw as supposed to be just for 30 uses, I think I might have used the older ones more that that, plus I put them in the dryer a few times and they still held up.
I love the Diva disc! It’s reusable, more comfortable than the cup and has a pull tab that helps when you take it out. Best of both worlds
I'm so surprised that Rachel had such a problem with the disc. I personally am the opposite where my experience with the cup (of different brands) did not work for me at all and caused so many leaks. However from day one of using discs, i've had zero issues. I started with the Flex disposables then upgraded to Lumma reusable discs and it's my holy grail. I will never go back to anything else unless I absolutely have to.
I’ve been using a cup for 10 years and I’d never go back now. It’s so clean, cheap and comfortable. I prefer the brand Sea and Flo because it’s more flexible so easy to insert and I can even leave the stem hanging out without feeling it for easy removal!
Period products after kids sucked for me. After my 2 kids I couldn't wear the cup or tampons, too uncomfortable. Over 6 years I found out that I was steadily prolapsing to stage 3 which is part of why they never fit well or were "fun" to wear. Pads are expensive over time and I needed overnights at all times so I could always be comfortable.
For the last two years I have been using Period brand period underwear. It was a learning curve but it helped me learn my bodies cyle to better know how to handle it to the minute. I just started working again so I do use pads on the heaviest days at work since changing my underwear at work is not an easy task. I love the night-time ones! Not once on even my heaviest days have I left a stain on my white sheets. They take getting used to but it's worth it. Also a bidet. Everyone get a bidet, life changing.
For me, when first trying the cup I was struggling a bit putting it in. After I started using another fold (switched from u-fold to punchdown-fold) it got much easier. And that's what I've kept doing for years now. Works for me 👌
I have used a few and I swear the Diva cup is the worst menstrual cup on the market! My favorite is the June cup! Its much more comfortable and is much easier to remove in my opinion!
I’ve been using period panties for years now (modibodi brand) and I’m totally converted! I can use them alone if I want, but for extra security and longevity, I usually use them in conjunction with tampons. Even if I don’t think I’ll bleed through my tampon (or cup or disk) they make me feel at ease. I’m not worrying anymore if I’ll bleed through during a meeting or something. They’re definitely not as irritating as pads and you don’t have to worry about them being in the wrong position. They sell different absorbencies. I usually opt for max absorbency, again for security, but I appreciate lighter options if I’m wearing a thin pant and don’t want VPL. They even have thongs, swimwear, shorts, and leggings! Also, I’ve used them way over 30 times. I finally had to trash a few pairs when they were literally threadbare and falling apart after several years of use. I bought more and even plan to try them postpartum. Oh and 3-4 pairs is enough for me personally to cycle through them, wash, air dry, and wear again.
I found with the cup that I really struggled with getting it in with the typical fold that was described in the video, since it felt wayy too bulky and difficult to get in the opening.
I do what I think is called a z-fold, but that’s basically squeezing the rim together and then folding one of the points downwards, a bit over halfways. That way I feel like it has a slimmer profile overall, and I sort of use the top rim part as a funny leverage/guide and then stuff the rest in. It was really quite fiddly the first couple of times, basically because I wasn’t squeezing it tight enough, but now I can do it no issue, first try.
I really do enjoy my cup, especially because I am a very forgetful person and I suck at changing my pads on my heavier flow days so I always have a ton of (fortunately) smaller leaks, while also having the discomfort of pads and blood to deal with. I also forget to change tampons every eight hours when they’re not completely full, and while TSS is fairly uncommon, it feels like testing my luck a bit too much. So my cup is perfect for my use needs!
I had the hardest time with the name brand diva cup, but it was so much handier than tampons/pads.
When it came time to replace I decided to buy a 2 pack of a no name brand on Amazon for ~$12 just to try something new. They fit so much better, are so much easier to work, and didn't feel like I was spending a bunch of money to feel "fine" about a product.
To anyone reading this, remember every ones bodies are different and you might need to try different sizes and brands to see what you prefer. ❤ whatever makes you better during your cycle is key.
For the collective, I loved this video. So informative!
I love the Bambody brand of period underwear… and I def dry them and they still work! 😅🥰