I TRIED A MENSTRUAL CUP, STORY TIME | Hayley Morris
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- Опубліковано 14 тра 2024
- I thought about it a lot and so I tried a menstrual cup and I got REAL honest about my first time.
Warning: I do get a bit TMI and this is definitely not a video my family should watch haha.
Disclaimer: this was my first time using this, I used the Saalt Menstrual Cup in size Small. No first time is supposed to be easy and it will likely feel a bit daunting. Don't let this video put you off trying it, although I'm sure it will. I have since used it and admittedly I'm not still not 100%, I'm way less traumatised and scared of it and I will persist with it because I have heard once you get the hang of it, it is life changing... so keep an eye out for my final impressions...
Please let me know if you've used this before, I would love to hear what you thought.
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I’ve got to say I have avoided watching this one because I knew it would be TMI . Curiosity got me though and bloody glad it did, funny you mentioned bladder weakness because I’ve pissed my self laughing 😆😂😂😂😂
Hahahhahaha this is my FAVOURITE comment!!
@@hayleymorris thanks I consider myself quite the comedian 😂😂😂😂
@@kimboclara1 😂😂
Girl me too!!! I don't even have kids ! I'm gonna be 42, and I've laughed so hard that a few drops of pee came out! Not enough to wet myself, but enough that I changed my panties 😳🤭😅 . Hey this is a tmi thread right? Glad I'm not alone hahaha
I don't concider it TMI. We are all women here, I assume. So we all deal with the same stuff and every man that finds himself here, can maybe learn a thing or two. I am a woman who hardly ever had female friends and therefore no one to speak to about any problems.
My last bf was one of those AHs that thought it was gross to bleed. When I confronted him, he denied it. But yes, I should have gotten rid of him sooner than I did. May he rest in hell.
We need to talk more among women. But to do it on camera deserves quite some courage. Cos that is personal. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Well done!
I almost never comment on videos, so this is a big deal for me personally. Well done for proper realist consumer advice and really putting yourself out there. I've been thinking about trying a cup but always shied away for this exact set of reasons. And above all things, THANK YOU for not being air brushed and flawless while talking about awkward feminine subjects because those people lose credibility very fast. Who the fuck is that perfect looking during their period??? I feel like you actually tried this thing during your period and this is how it went down! Well done! And your videos are are always wonderful, whether they make me laugh or they make me feel like someone sees me. :)
I’ve been in hospital with covid for nearly 3 weeks and you won’t believe how much watching this video has just made me giggle (the rest of the Ward must be wondering what I’m watching)!! I admire your sustainability attempts and thank you for the honesty and TMI 🤣
Ohh Amanda, sending you so much love! I am SOO happy to hear it made you laugh, hope you feel so much better soon! 💜💙
First time using mine (diva cup) it was weird and terrifying, had a sweat on, and took several attempts to get it to feel normal. But once you chill out it works a lot better and definitely easier to go in slightly wet from the tap. It took a couple of periods to get it down to an art so if it isn't working straight away don't be disheartened it may take practice to figure out the best method for your body. I can't sing praises enough for it as it has eliminated pretty much all the bad period pain and back pain I used to experience, no fear of TSS, saves so much money and a hell of a lot of plastic over a lifetime so definitely one of my best eco conscious changes I've made!
Ahhh I am so glad to hear you're loving it now, this is the kinda thing I like to hear! I have tried it twice since and it's getting better and I'm starting to work out how to get it out, but not there yet. But will keep on with it and hopefully it'll be a winner soon! Thank you for sharing lovely!
My prediction is that these cups will make tampons and pads obsolete. Personally, I adore my diva cup! Especially for intercourse and working out. Id see if you can find that brand and give it a few tries. You will never look back! Godspeed to you and your vagina!
How do you know when you need to empty it? Is it just at the end of the day? I guess you sleep with it too. I guess this wouldn’t work for me, I have a prolapse after giving birth to my son 12 years ago., I struggle with tampons. Mmmmm good money saver tho.
@gillinacook1477 For me, mine would spot when it was full. When I was younger, 6-8hrs, now I can go 12. I like reusable pads and period panties more now, I like Aisle & Bambody, respectively, for those. I've never been able to manage tampons.
I used one for nearly a decade. I ended up flipping it inside out because that bottom piece always felt weird. Everything was great for years after I flipped it. And yes, the first time was the worst. It was SO WORTH going through the learning curve! Hang in there!
Mine said to cut it off 🤷🏻♀️ I started by cutting a tiny bit... another tiny bit.... and then just snip the whole stick off!
Same
@@cs4887 I was afraid of cutting too much or doing something wrong. Flipping worked great. I hope cutting worked well, too.
@@miamerle8965 with mine (mooncup) you can't cut too much because the silicone is thicker at the bottom 😉
I would have thought it would have filled up and required emptying significantly before the ten years was up!
I've only found your channel a week or so ago, and I am SO glad I did! You're amazing, Haley! Great scripts, the editing is PERFECT, the humor is bang-bang-bang, and although I'm a dinosaur-era CIS-guy (with a teenage daughter) I can really relate to the 'distress' you portray over some of the issues. GREAT work!!
Thank you so much for this video, and honestly I always LOVE how relatable & realistic your videos are (I’m also very much a TMI person)!!!!
I tried one for about a year, and almost every day of my period each month was like this for me :(
So glad it’s not just ME! The only reason I even kept trying each month is because of the cost & trying to be sustainable.
Love that you also HEARD the suction thing - again thought it was just me.
I also really appreciate that you look “real” today with the acne on your chin LOL.
Love from Canada!!!
Omg, you just described exactly what I went through, TERRIFYING.
I was also planning to tell my boyfriend that it was going to be me, him and the cup from now on...
I am a sustainability freak so I still want to give it a try. In a couple of years. Once I overcome the trauma.
Thanks for sharing ❤
Team Period Panties 😂 I am disabled in both hands and have grip issues and yeah, you can juuuuust imagine how that would go. Hard pass, saving myself the trauma.
I am watching this now after all of your absolutely amazing short form hilarious shorts and it's like a little origin story to me, and I love it!
PS - As someone who just immediately took to menstrual cups and has always found it challenging to convince my friends its worth trying, I find your descriptions of the challenges very illuminating and helpful to my conversations with my menstruating friends!
You're just great....honesty at its best I made my boyfriend watch your shorts and said baby this is legit how women live our lives.
Oh god this had me in absolute stitches!!! Just what I needed on a dreary lockdown weekend 🤣🤣 I appreciate that humour wasn’t perhaps the primary purpose and the educational side of it was actually really helpful!
Haha I am SO happy it made you laugh, that is always a huge bonus to me haha!
Big Fan of the channel. This was educational in ways I never expected. Don't think I will be able to sleep tonight,or ever again.
When I first used my cup, I put it in and INSTANTLY took it right out as it felt so uncomfortable. I decided to try it a bit later when the initial shock had worn off and use mine all the time now and have for close to a year. There are still times when it just doesn't sit right and I get that same feeling you speak of and I get it out and redo it. It also took me awhile to fully trust it
Ah that is so good to hear! I think in a way it's similar to using tampons for the first time, only a little more alien, but you can get those wrong for sure. Glad to hear you can get used to it! I'm excited to give it another go now
Your sense of humor is great on any subject you talk about. The woman's hygiene products reminds me of watching "Dirty Love" with my wife, and scene at the store(clean up on isle 4). We laughed so hard, because it made light of things that are embarrassing, and every one has felt ashamed. If you can't laugh at your self what's the point. Love your videos.
🤣🤣🤣 I experienced exact same thing! Yes, got sucked into the depths of the abyss and panic began to set in!! I’ve decided to just keep it for when the end of the world comes and we can’t find normal products. I got my daughter one, too, so we could at least have a laugh! You’ve definitely become my favorite channel. Thanks for the morning laughs with my coffee!!
My experience was frustrating as well and due to very heavy cycles I need something more because it did overflow and there was major leakage and that was using a large cup , 30 ml capacity. Anyways, now days I use the disc and that has saved me a lot of frustration. Thanks for the raw honesty, had a good giggle !!! Thanks for keeping it real😜
I'm SO glad you posted this video!! Lots of women get embarrassed about it and it shouldnt be that way.. i am in the process of ordering some reusable pads and pants to give them a try. Thank you for posting this, it was a great video :)
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I am grateful you posted this.Thank you !!
Your grace with all the things you share here, is delightful. I think you are wonderful.
The period pants have been godsend for my wife. She always had horrid rashes from pads and was terrified of tampons. We discussed trying the cups but she didn't want to try those. I ended up buying her a few pair of period pants to try and she immediately had me buy more. We experimented with several brands and the ones that worked best for her were Knix. No more rashes, they are comfortable, they hold a LOT of fluid. We have several packages of pads now unopened in the closet that may never see the light of day again. Even though they cost a lot, they are well worth it and even great for heavy discharge days.
Thanks for the review. I had been wondering how well they worked.
You can always donate the pads you know she may never use to a women’s shelter. :) so glad the period underwear has worked! I have been wanting to try some myself.
Before I had my full hysterectomy due to a cancer diagnosis, I used one of those (though the brand name was Diva Cup) I actually didn't mind it. It's like using tampons that don't have an applicator for the first few times - once you get it in the right place you know how it's supposed to feel and know if it's placed wrong and can retry. But good on you for doing this video - you did great!
Diva cup is awesome!
I love my cup.
First time I couldn't figure out how to insert this, but after a few attempts, I managed to insert. Now it's my favorite thing. I've been using the cup for over 5 years. No going back to other products.
I like all your content but I love you for this one! You are the best!
It took me 4 cycles to get the hang of it & now I’m like BEST.THING.EVER. I cut my stem off. I also watched “Put A Cup In It” channel a lot. First tried Ruby cup now use SALT soft which I like a lot more. Before choosing a size you need to check where your cervix is at during different times in cycle - another thing I learned from PACII. For those trying it - You can do it! Don’t give up!
Yep, BEST THING EVER. Also took me around 4 cycles to get it right. Then it finally clicked and now I wouldn't miss it for the world. Life changer, hands down.
I never managed to get used to tampons, they just felt awful, no matter what I tried. The cup is sitting there, doing its business and not bothering me. LOVE it.
Thank you for sharing your experience good or bad I appreciate your raw and open honesty ❤❤❤
I’ve had my Saalt cup for over a year. Had similar experiences when I first used mine... now I love it!
So funny I had a dream last night that I had nailed using it and loved it! I’m so glad you’re getting on with it. I’m definitely going to persist with it and hopefully that dream will be real haha
I don't know how people get these issues with menstrual cups. Yes I did get a little claustrophobic when I was trying to get it out the first time, but it's a learning curve, and it comes out just fine if you relax and push a little bit. I cut off the stem because i could feel that part, and other than that, no issues and I loved the product! Unfortunately I found it too late as I had only a few years left of menstruating. Imagine how much easier things would have been if I found it earlier. I used the Fleur cup, and tried another one before that that I didn't like that much. They all have a little bit different shape and hardness to them, so you have to find the one that fits you.
Warning 😱 if you have an IUD, don't use a menstrual cup!!!
Sorry, feels weird throwing it out here, but I've had this combination (loved it, no hormones, no trash, it was lovely) but apparently you can very easily pull out your IUD (without even noticing it) it got me pregnant, which I really tried to avoid 😔 down at the abortion clinic (which was a horrible thing to go through even though I was very sure I do not want to become a mother) there was a girl next to me in the exact same situation.. We both did not notice the IUD getting pulled out.
Studies have come out more and more in the past year about this, and doctors are starting to warn women that this is a big risk.
Just wanted to put it out here, and hopefully maybe help someone to not get in the same trouble as I was.
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That being said, I really enjoy your videos, you've got me laughing out loud every time with your body parts talking to each other, it's so on point, you're really funny, and I wish you all the best in your life and comedy career 💛
Disc is suction free.
Thank you for this information! I've had my IUD for almost exactly 8 years now (no issues) and I've contemplated using a menstrual cup because I have some friends who swear by them.
Bruh legit your story is the most relatable ..like I have used it only twice and I am not ready for the third anytime soon..
Brutal honesty with a bit of humor 🌹
I dont think I've laughed in 2 weeks. Thank you! Love you & your videos!🤣😍
I had a partial hysterectomy at 29 years old. The one good thing about it was no more periods. I think it is great you did this video. Looking at your comments I think you helped others. Good job!!
I had both ovaries have cysts and explode and one removed and by 34 basically catapulted full blown into menopause. I did not miss the monthly periods.
But i had 2 kiddos so I was ready.
But thank you so much for just being honest 😇.
It really helps to better understand what could happen and what you/we should maybe do differently next time (or for the first time).
i'm in the middle of going thru menopause at the moment. i've waited for this time since i was 12 years old! i don't think i could ever use a cup. that's just too much of handling and seeing it. and yeah, i'd lose it. lol. i did get convinced to try cloth pads, so i made myself a few. they are SO much more comfortable than commercial pads! i wish i had tried them decades ago. thanks for your perspective. i've REALLY been enjoying your shorts. video shorts, that is.
You are hilarious! People (boys & girls) can actually learn about things you post. Thanks!
Well you learn something new every day - and today was my introduction to the menstrual cup. Thank you (I think).
Hayley, I think you're absolutely wonderful!!! 🥰❤️🌹 You're honesty is fantastic, and very refreshing!!! You're brilliant!!! 🥰❤️🌹 I adore you!!! 🥰❤️🌹
😂 Thank you for the straight talk! I had a similar experience my first time. The Softcups brand is more of a flexible disk that sits more comfortably for me. But, I love period pants as well. It may get easier with practice. But, if the discomfort continues, please be seen by a doctor and discontinue use of the cup. You’re body and comfort are even more important than the environment.
Oh my gosh! I cried laughing watching this 🤣 thanks for cheering me up Hayley
Haha I am SO glad to hear that! Hope you’re doing well lovely 💕
It honestly gets better....raw review!!!
"In my mouth" were definitly not words I thought I would hear in this video😂💀💀🤣🤣🤣 love it!
The plastic was my reason too. And I know from movies and stuff that tampons in the US have these whole huge plastic around them to insert them. And I was like....??? What? What for? You have a finger, you can feel your body and not hurt you with some strange plastic object.. Our tampons are wrapped in plastic. Very tight, little, water rejecting foil. But there are some companies who sell them in paper. They were not on the shelfs for too long. Sadly, cos I likes them. Can't wait for the underwear video now😅
You’re the wise aunt we all need
This is not TMI. It fits in great with your other video's! 😆 Can't wait to see the cup character in your shorts! Lol.
I hardly comment on these, but seriously... THANK YOU!! I've had so many people recommend the "cup" as an alternative. I'm in my 40s, married for quite a while; sometimes a lady just doesn't feel like dealing with pads and tampons at this stage of their life lol. I also have female issues, and always had a very small area down there so these things have kind of always scared me. I think other than the one or two heavy days I'm just going to stick with my period panties. 😂😂😂
Brave woman for trying that out for others!
Oh this video really made me laugh! I know I shouldn't really at your expense but its the way you was explaining it all!
I've never used one but it looks a lot bigger then what I was expecting it to be!
Haha I’m so glad it made you laugh! 😂 I know! I really imagine them a lot smaller too... very strange concept but I reckon eventually it might be a game changer haha
I am so sorry for laughing at your pain but I just can't stop laughing!!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I think this is beautiful that you are sharing your experience. I am still figuring out how to use my cup. I am using organicup, and the first one I used was the mini size, but it leaked. Then I used the A size but it gave me horrible period cramps, so I went back to a mini size and it fitted perfectly and it never leaks now. I think that if the cup is too big it actually migh be painfull and make you even sick, this is what I have experienced. By the way I am using a punch down fuld and this is easier for me. When taking it out you can use your stomach mussels to kind of birth it out before reaching with your fingers, and it might be helpful.
Thank you so much! I've been so afraid to try these. I actually appreciate the tmi lol
I took struggled with a menstral cup, especially as I had really heavy periods and needed double protection. I haven't used menstral pants but do now use washable pads. So much easier to change throughout the day. Great video!
Hayley, I thought you were pretty with make-up, but now I discover you are even prettier without it, and look like a teenager. So funny 😮😁☺ I love how honest, open and hilarious you are explaining things, I am so glad I found you. You made me laugh even when my dad passed away, and those were really bad times for me. I was very lacking in the sense of humour department.
I had a terrible time first time. I thought it was stuck up there forever. It gave me worse cramps for the first time. I was determined to get it to work , and it took about 2 to 3 cycles for me to adjust. I've been using it now for 6 years now and will never go back to pads and tampons.
Heavy days I use period pants and the cup. It has seriously changed my period and given me that week back.
This is super helpful!! I’m sorry you were uncomfortable but l’ve been terrified of these things and this is exactly the information I needed!! Sorry… but thank you!
I've been using a cup for years and I love it. The first few tries are complicated, but honestly, I'll never go back. If you do some kegols (not sure on spelling) while taking the cup out, it helps push it down so you can get it out easier.
Very informational! I was really looking forward to trying it...
Glad to see this video lol I thought it was just me. I had a horrible time using the cup. Exactly my experience. Pain using it and was so difficult to get it out. Never used one again.
You are very brave, haha, and that's why I love you and your videos, and yup, we definitely came for the TMI- I have wanted to try one of these just for the amount of time you can go, and use the bathroom without issue, (and of course the waste, I cringe every time I toss an applicator...) but even tampons hurt to put in, so I worry mostly about getting it in, I don't do well with that aspect, haha, I don't really want to get that familiar with my who, that's just me, we've made it this far on a need to whatever basis, so I don't want to get all up in her business if I can avoid it- that's my biggest worry, after it not coming out, AND I have heard the seal of the suction breaking can actually really hurt?
You are brave, my friend, braver than I, and I thank you for it, haha!
Totally feeling the tiny drum, BTW, points for creative sustainability, haha!
You are the best, you literally make everything funny, I love your stuff!
I love mine! It’s so comfortable and once you figure it out it’s really very easy. If you were uncomfortable then you probably didn’t get it up high enough. As for getting it in and out, perhaps experiment with different positions. I find sitting on the toilet to be most comfortable, followed by standing with one leg up. Keep trying! And thank you for sharing your journey ❤
My first experience with the cup, was just like yours. It was so scary, but I got the courage some how to try again, and I got better at it for every time. First time was the worst.
This lady is such a riot! Major LOL!
It was really nice to hear ("as a guy"?) what you ladies have to go through, and the real unfiltered truth too! Great stuff! It's a year since that video though & I've not checked your videos for an update yet, but I'm curious where things are at now!
I would have never used those things! You are so funny! I love your videos.
I love you so much. Keep doing what you do 😘
This was such a great video! I have never worn tampons and I would never try this but was curious as to how it works and felt. Lol my fear is that I would not be able to get it out. I do wear period panties and I LOVE THEM!!!!!! 💜
As a man I'm glad i found your channel by pure luck, beside being funny as hell, this was really informative and helpfull.
My daughter has one and although I have had a hysterectomy and no longer need these things....curiosity killed the cat here! Just had to know! 🤣 I had a similar experience with the diaphragm...do they even use them anymore???! It flew across the room and was full of dust and stuff! 😰 I tried one more time after that but not that day! 🤣 I just could not get it where it needed to be with most of the same things you had done!!! Love the videos! The shorts are hilarious! I have not laughed like that in quite awhile. Shared them. You should share these things because it helps some of us who have similar circumstances to know we are not alone. ❤
Hayley you are so pretty and beautiful love the accent very educational format thank you
Oh dear, this is so amusing somehow :D
I have been using a menstrual cup since I was probably 15 years old and I don't rememer my first time with it. Big perk for me: It does not dry me out while not having that gross feeling of blood trickling out of you (sorry).
I have been using a MeLuna and then a Merula, because my flow got very heavy since I got an IUD. Sadly the cup might have been part of the reason why my IUD was rejected by my body, now I have another one and I am strongly adviced not to use any cups because of the suction. So I use panties and reusable washable pads, but every time blood trickles down there, I cringe and I hate it. Maybe I might try out a menstrual disk, since they don't require suction...
my experience was nearly that terrifying but now, 2 months later, i love the menstrual cup. just keep trying :)
ok - I just found your channel. Love you. And I can relate because back about a million years ago I was using contraceptive sponges - I have a removal story much like this one. After about 20 terrifying minutes I got it out - I was not going to the ER to have it removed. I also have a delightful story about being fitted for a diaphragm. LOL...
"I want to use it tomorrow, but I still fear for my life and my hoo-ha." Lolol! I love you so much! I've thought about using one of these, but then I think about having to remove it in a public restroom and leaving a crime scene...
You can wear them for 12 hours so you don't need to change it until you get home :)
I thought you only make body comedy shorts (which are great - i love those :D ) So when i saw you also made a video about cups i thought i give it a try. As a man it is also important to know about certain topics, to have a feeling what women go through. Very informative, ty!
When you talked about removing it i thought: I am sure someone out there tried to pull it out by using that rubber nipple, lost grip and slapped her huha with it - imagine the pain! O_o
Anyway, i still don‘t know if it really is a good alternative - keep us updated, pls!
Hahahhahaah you are the best, really! I have similar situation, and my colleague from work exact same thing! Iam using my menstrual cup already almost a year and I love it, but Yeah I thougt once that I have lost it. AND really it was like half an hour to take it ou (no, not really, some abiut 3 min xD). I can tell you only one thing, you must find the best position to you to put it in and take it out. For me for example the best way is sitting on toilet, my best friend do it in half squat. You must just try many variants :) Have fun! Loving to watching you! :) You always make my days better :)
The hot flashes of menopause lasted only a few months compared to 30 years of periods. Of course I have a different pad now. The fun don't stop!
Aw man 😂 thank you Hayley, that was special 💜
Edit: and informative ✅
Haha thank you lovely! 😂💗💗
I've only just found your channel and omg you make me laugh soooo much! I'm a year into using the cup and it's brilliant but I can sooo relate to the first few times 🤣🤣 mine once exploded everywhere... I wasn't even home 🤣🤣🤣
Thank you for this. I recently bought a diva cup and I am so scared about using it that I have had two periods since purchasing it and still have yet to try it.
Oh my god this was my experience when first taking one out. I was in tears! But I learnt you have to 'bare down' and things got much better 😂
I’ve been using menstrual cups for years now. There is definitely a learning curve with it. I have quite a few of them and some of them are more comfortable than others. Plus the first time was weird and was a bit scary/painful. The type I use the most doesn’t use as much suction to come out - but apparently they’re discontinued which sucks because they’re the best for comfort.
Try the flex disk. I had trouble keeping it in, but they're actually pretty comfortable, and my experience seems to be the exception, not the rule. I know a few girls who use them, and they love ❤ them. I'm gonna try again. Also they say practicing insertion and then moving around when you're not on your period, then by the time aunty flow comes around you'll be a pro! Please let us know if it goes better the second time, this video was fantastic 👏 👌 I'm sure many of us can relate 100 percent 😀
Great content! I had some good laughts and also helped my wife.
I've given up on the cup. even after 2 vaginal births I still couldn't handle it. the pain was unbearable. I was advised to switch to a smaller cup and I basically experienced everything you just described with the smaller cup. It made my already painful periods absolutely excruciating. at one point I was in so much pain, I couldn't get off the couch to go take it out. It took 2 Midol's and a heating pad cranked on high for 30 minutes before I could move again. I felt less pain during labor. Honestly, the cup just made my endometriosis way worse. I've dealt with painful periods for 30 years and I never experienced pain like that until I tried the cup. I've heard other people rave about how amazing it is, but it didn't work for me. so I would say try at your own risk.
I have endometriosis to I have to take birth control because they are so painful
Sounds like it was touching your cervix. If you want to give another try, I highly suggest trying a disc. Fits like a diaphram, great for very low cervix, and its much less difficult to get right
It may have Ben touching on previous damage from the endometriosis. Just thinking about that pain makes me cringe. I’m afraid to try one of these bc I am tiny and I also have endo.
Good information to know. Thank you for sharing
this story will probably help a lot of ladies make a decision about using one.
The cup is the best decision I ever made with period products. I love it, it actually makes me look forward to having my period...I know strange. It has a learning curve, but after 3 periods I felt very comfortable with it. I always bled through with pads and tampons, but with the cup it doesn't happen. I still always wear a panty liner just in case cause I have had occasional leaks, but that is only when I dont have it in and sealed correctly. After using it awhile you really learn more how to insert, use, and remove it in the correct way for yourself. Its like anything else everyone has their own way of doing it. Don't give up after one bad experience, you may end up really liking it.
Exactly the same for me! Instead of panty liners though, I have a couple pairs of period pants for those days where I want a little extra protection.
It took a while to get the hang of, but I loved mine (menopausal now, so a thing of the past).
You absolutely have to break that vacuum when you take it out - even more so if it's nowhere near full - but if you don't have lube, water is OK. I recommend getting the nominated finger as far up as you dare...
You do have to overcome a lot of squick to use these, but in my opinion it was well worth it for the cost saving/convenience/saving the environment.
Ok I am SO GLAD I only listened to this video.
I got this in the post. (I got this in the mail for Americans. ;) LOL)
The whole lube and family watching thing. Hahahahaha
How much were you cringing and laughing at the same time editing this video ?
There are facts of life but Hayley G is immune to those facts and ones that I don't even want to think about. (This subject, even though it is part of life, is one of them.) LOL The opening greeting should have been, HELLLLLOOO All you lovely.... OMG !!
Haha not for the faint hearted!
I definitely cringed and wondered if it was far too TMI but I figured I'd do it anyway. Hahahaha that would have been a fantastic intro!
Drum your frustration & anxiety away on the top then insert. (I love your videos!)
Alright, so you’re never supposed to feel very much suction. I’ve used the diva cup for years now and what I do, and the diva cup and lily cup are longer, is I push it higher in there. No stem showing. Once it is open inside, you run your finger along the rim if you feel too much suction. It loosens the suction. It will hurt so bad if you let it go on with that much suction. But yes, adjust it once it is inside. I put it in during my morning shower and take it out after i get home from work. Of course there are times where I have to take it out at work but I wash my hands and I pull it out over the toilet and dump it and stick it right back in.
Love the shorts thought I'd stop by and say 👋
Using it now for a cople of months and I LOVE it
I find the easiest way to extract it is to sit on the toilet and bare down using your pelvic floor muscles until it gets to a point where you can grab it. Also the punch down fold makes for a smaller point for insertion. Running cold water on it before insertion will stiffen the silicone making it easier to pop open.
I had a similar experience just with my usual heavy bleeding, which is awful when you finally get the cup out and a tone of blood ist running over your hands... I used it only during the one period and then never again.
She really cracks me up.
Just cried with laughing watching that! I’m so sorry you had a bad experience but I hope you can persevere! I think I’m slightly put off now though 🤣
Haha I am SO glad it made you laugh, that is always a good thing haha. I have tried it twice since and although it's not been smooth sailing it is definitely getting better haha
Yes, this Video had it All 😍❣️ honestly (not) TMI 😎 but just right...
Oh thank you! I'm not the only one who thought it was stuck!
I know this is a serious topic but omg I CRIED laughing at this video!! 🤣🤣🤣 you crack me up 😂 xx
Hahhaha! I am so happy it made you laugh - that's always a gigantic positive! xx
Oh man, this had me laughing. I can’t offer any advice, I have an IUD (which sucked putting in). It seems like cups are well loved so I’m sure it’s one of those things you have to get used to. Doesn’t sound much fun though!
😂😂 it was an adventure to say the least! I was laughing so much, my poor friends got some pretty questionable voice notes from me 😂 I’m definitely thinking it’s going to get easier!
Please don't start using a cup when you have an IUD 😱 you can pull it out with the suction of the cup, and weirdly enough, you don't feel it happening. It's something medics have found out in the last year. It happened to me, and got me pregnant while I thought I was safe.
Please be careful 💛