@@najodo5209 Oh, 100%. This was in no way a complaint about her current content bc I really enjoy everything she posts. She puts so much thought and effort into all her video concepts and execution, which was something I always liked about these videos. She has this way of presenting information regarding menstruation that feels relaxed, something that is in contrast to the way most people normally talk about it (as a joke or in hushed tones) and really helped normalize open and frank discussions about periods (for me, anyway). It would be super cool if she ever decides to return to the period theme, but it's also fantastic that her channel has been able to evolve and expand over the years. This has been my long winded way of saying same, I guess, lol!
@@lavenderhazel5125 i don't know how many dramas have you seen in beauty comunities (i only know the James Charles thing and Jefrey Star's personality). But i have seen far more fights and polémic around gaming comunities (some can become very violent), film critics and skeptic comunity.
Omg the first time I used a tampon I was trying to pull it out and I was about to cry because it wouldn't come out LOL I didn't know it took a bit of strength.
As a guy who has a lot of female friends this is really cool to know what they go through, and learn. I have always known a period is painful, but I never really thought about how inconvenient bleeding endlessly is. And as a dude I apologize for all those immature boys who think a period is gross.
I love how open you are without any weirdness. Its so natural and you don't preface everything with "sorry if this is tmi". I love unapologetic honesty, and you have got that down pat.
Honestly, this is the most comfortable video I've ever seen about fem hygiene. You're just so naturally chill that it didn't seem weird. I know it's one of the most natural things in the world and we shouldn't feel weird to talk about it, but people always make it a whole "thing"and it's awkward as fuk, but not you. I appreciate you're being so open and honest, it's refreshing, .no pun intended lolol. Thank you for your service ms Nygaard
Unlike most women, sometimes I bleed for like, 14 days straight ( due to my birth control. I’m fine, no need to worry ) so I. All depends. But usually days 3-7 and then like 11-13.
actual diva cup user rewatching- don't just yank it out by the stem! you need to press it in a little to break the suction- makes it much easier to pull out without the damn thing trying to french your cervix (and schlurping itself back in if you loose the grip). the little stem guy doesn't really serve a purpose, it's just a comfort thing to be able to feel it. personally i trimmed my stem down a lot bc it gets pokey lol
You are the first comment talking about this that I saw in this section. What a terrible thing. You should be more up there so the missinformation wouldn't be spreading so much.
hello, i have a very important question abt the cups. i play volleyball and basketball and just horse around a lot, if i do the splits for example, can it just like fall out? thats the only thing im afraid of rn.
Vision Noire if they aren't comfortable with periods they aren't a man. they're a boy. I don't care how old they are lol. you're a child if you get uncomfortable with periods. especially if you're OK with putting your penis in the same hole. but oh NO! BLEEDING ISN'T SEXY URRGHHH!!... I have no tolerance for that kinda nonsense lol.
It takes time to truly master the art of using menstrual cups. I LOVE my menstrual cup and would never go back to using tampons. Here are some tips and tricks: - there are so many different brands of varying price points, sizes, shapes, textures, and colors. Don’t get bummed if the first one you get isn’t right for you. Put a cup in it has a very good comparison chart comparing all of the cups they’ve tried. - there so so many more golds that depicted here. I had a Diva cup for a year until I was able to actually use it and it wasn’t until I discovered the 7 fold that I was able use it - if you would for some reason need to change it in public, bring a water bottle with you to rinse it off in the stall - be careful using the toilet while wearing the cup, it shouldn’t come out but you would rather be safe than sorry - don’t be turned off by the price, menstrual cups can last over 5 years so imagine never walking into a store every again needing to buy over priced tampons. This is a one time purchase that will save you so much in the future. - it easiest for me to insert it in the shower. Squatting or putting a foot up on something is the easiest - run your finger around the cup after insertion to really be sure the cup has completely unfolded itself - for removing the cup, its best to pinch the base of the cup, not the stem. It’s also helpful to push and bear down so cup comes out more naturally Hopefully this was helpful to anyone who read this entire comment. I love never worrying about leaks, being able to sleep with no underwear, only having to change it 2 times a day, saving immense amounts of money, helping out the environment, it’s vegan and cruelty free, comfortable and healthier for you! Please try these out!
Excellent points! The 7 fold is life! There's a ton of good info on the web about folds and brands. I loved that I didn't have to pay the pink tax anymore for tampons which hurt me and never stayed put. I always had a hate/hate relationship with tampons. Menstrual cups were farrrrrr better for me.
How do you clean it at work/school etc? I get very paranoid about my hands being not 100% clean and I get scared I will drop the cup because it has happened in my own bathroom when I wanted to empty it and I REALLY wouldn’t want to cause that scene at work 😭 also I just start leaking after 2 hours so idk if there is a cup big enough to catch my flow and that would fit in & not be uncomfortable 😬
Wooo I am day 2 into my first period with a cup. Something I never thought I would do! But tampons gave me thrush, pads made me feel squishy and dirty,& the bin full of pads at the end of the week made me think about the environment! Day one was great but day 2 can't seem to get it to seal today so I'm practicing and sticking with it. I'm amazed at my body and how it just scoots on up there lol!! And also surprised how much I bled I never thought it was that much! Sorry TMI lol. I'd tell evryone to please try it!! So far it's made me feel so much cleaner and fresher down there even with a little leak compared to a whopping great pad!
Şebnem Seçkal wash it with hand soap and warm water. As for leaking, I was bleeding half a pint in five days (excessively heavy bleeding needing medical intervention), and I never leaked, ever.
In public, I tend to empty cup, wipe it out with toilet paper, rinse with a water bottle, dry with toilet paper and pop it back in and just give it a good clean at home. The "boil as necessary" generally means at the beginning/end of your period give it a good boil to kill off any germs. I realise this is 2 years old but pro tip to others interested 😘
I'm 73 and when I was young, a cup amazingly similar to the diva cup was sold. My flow was insane--changing pads every 2 hours and flow for 10 days. It did have a correlation to a physical problem but I didn't find that out for a year after the "Tass-Away" went out of business. I loved it! For the first time I could leave it in for as much as 6 hours without leakage on my heaviest days. Mine created a seal that prevented any leakage. I never had a problem with it. I can't figure out why it went away for 50 years. I'm glad to see it back.
Probably because anything good for us gets buried away and anything cancerous is stocked and front row on all shelves 🤷🏾♀️. I'm so happy I found the diva cup! No more shocking bleached cotton in my vag 🥳🥳
Me too. I have heavy periods too and this is a game changer I love it. I guess it disappeared bcs of economy. it's better for companies to sell u something every month than a thing which will last years
I agree By the time I had 33 I was like okay, I'm still leaking we got to try something new. So used the diva cup and it's a success. I'm not going back two pads and tampons ever again, well until I have another baby🤣👍👍👍😎
I've gone backpacking on my period before. I LOVE the mountains and I love camping/hiking. Several times when we plan to go it ended up close to or right on my period, but I don't want to miss it so I just tough it out
Same with my first few periods but the more I went outside and moved around the less leaks and I was a bit uncomfortable but it wasnt bad. Two weeks ago I had my period during volleyball tryouts at school and while I was soo worried of leaks, moving around a lot really slowed the bleeding towards the end of the day. I dont know if this makes sense or not but uh.. yeah..
amie a Practically speaking, I wonder if a magnetic solution would help in this situation. With just a bit of ferrous in that tip, I'd imagine we have strong micro magnets that would grip it like no tomorrow.
Ben Taylor strong magnets don't go nicely with sensitive areas... if anything gets caught between the magnets, ouch. Tbh that's probably why they don't have a better solution, because your fingers can feel if you caught something.
wow okay didn’t expect this to be so long: came back to this video after buying a diva cup for the first time. i’ve always been an avid tampon user, i can’t stand pads - they just seem so gross to me, so naturally i was pretty excited about this. one thing that really made me happy was the fact it can be left in for up to twelve hours. i was always so bad at taking tampons out on time (never left them in for more than eight hours though, don’t worry haha). the first time i tried the diva cup was a DISASTER. i didn’t know how to insert it properly, and after 40 minutes, when it eventually got in, i didnt push it far enough and when i walked i could feel it rotate. i was in so much pain and was ready to never touch a diva cup again. taking it out was arguably worse than putting it in. i was in so. much. pain. i eventually got it out after far, far too long, emptied & rinsed it, then turned to youtube for a better method. i came across one method that said to fold one side into the cup so it makes some sort of triangular shape, then insert - and that has been the best method ever!!! so easy! then, run your finger around the outside to make sure it’s all open and suctioned. to take it out, as funny as it sounds, you should start by pushing with your muscles like you’re gonna poop. you’ll start to feel the cup make its way out. once it’s out enough that you can feel all of the ring-things on the base of the cup, hold it in place as best you can while you run a finger up to break the seal. once you’ve broken the seal, keep your finger there, continue to push it out while guiding it with your finger. that has been the most painless and clean method for me, i hope it helps. sorry to be so... in depth ahah.
Thanks for the info. I just tried mine for the first time. Getting out was a nightmare! It took 10 minutes but felt like ages and I was ready to panic lol
I had a similar thing, the way they reccomend inserting it on the package was always so uncomfortable for me so i nearly quit on it, but similar to you, I was able to find a better way to use it. I've been using it for nearly 2 years now, and its amazing for me because I'm working towards a zero waste lifestyle, though removing it always freaks me out because I'm always scared it'll get stuck haha. As of now, it has never gotten stuck.
fritha krygsman haha it can't get stuck if you look up the anatamoy of down there it'll never get farther than your walls and you'll be able to push it out no need to worry!
100% me with tampons because I haven't used one yet because I need more negotiation also my mom said I need to be on it and be going swimming so haha yeah
Faith C I most likely have endometriosis so it’s insane to me that some people aren’t reminded that they’re on their period every second of it is crazy to me
I-well, I have to go to school on mine, but I also swim every day, and though I’d love to be lying in bed, I can attest to the fact, that at least for me, moving around and exercising really helps with discomfort.
Maggie Slater unfortunately the real world does not care if one has endo. No matter how your period is you still have to get up and go to work. It sucks but luckily there is treatment out there for endo and it helps a lot.
Hopefully she gave it a shot for a few months... I found I got so much better at changing it and even having strategies for multi-stall public restrooms after using it for a while. It’s life changing to me as a 40+ woman since it’s sooooo much better than dealing with tampons or pads! My adult daughter taught ME about them a couple years ago and I’d never use anything else now.
I've been using mine for years. Best product I've tried, including a few cups, Thinx, tampons, etc. I would also say that you don't need to WASH wash it between emptying it out during your flow, just once a day or so. If you're in a public restroom, just dump it into the toilet (WHY WOULD YOU GO TO THE SINK?) and wipe it off.
@@AmyDangRabbit thanks for the comment. I'm also in my 40s and still have issues with leakage when I wear pads and tampons, as I just never know what kind of period I'm going to have. Perimenopause stinks in that respect!
@@keeslover777 I'm a heavy bleeder too. I've bought the Thinx Underwear that I wear during that week and it has help TREMENDOUSLY. Especially when I know I can't get to the bathroom for the next :30 or so.. I dont worry about the leakage.
For sure my first time trying a tampon was TARIFYING so first of I already hate the idea of putting something open there so... I got it in there wrong and I could feel it and I had a panic attack
Same, but I’m getting my first cup soon. I’m trying to be more conscious of waste and spend less money, so a cup seems great and learning about it beforehand helps
Wait this is not common? I thought as a couple in a serious relationship, you can talk about period causally. All my exes helped me getting my pads from the stores when I needed them.
JoiGaJoy It really should be seen as a common/normal thing, but lots of girls expect to get shunned by males for period talk because lots of guys think it's "nasty". Sadly.
I know this video is ancient now. But pro tip- don't use the nub to pull it out. Squeeze the body of the cup to break the seal then pull it out. Many cups are designed with ribs at the bottom for this exact reason. Pulling a giant- well-sealed- suction cup out of you is not easy lol. That makes the removing process less than a minute
Used this tip the second time using the cup and took my removal time down from 30 minutes (ouch) to 30 seconds. Thanks from one internet stranger to another!
Hi!! So some tips from a cup veteran: 1. Do NOT pull the cup out by the stem. The stem is there so you can gently rock it back and fourth to get it to a point where you can pinch the sides to break the seal. You have to keep it pinched the entire time you pull it out. 2. If the diva cup is a little too out of reach, there are hundreds of other brands you can try! Every vagina is different so your first cup probably won’t be your glass slipper. 3. When you boil, place it inside of a whisk so it doesn’t rest on the bottom of the pot, it’ll keep it from burning 🔥 4. You can wipe the cup with toilet paper in public stalls and put it back in as long as your hands are clean and you wash it as soon as you can 🚰 & last but not least, the first fold the box was showing you is the punch down fold, when done correctly it’s 100x easier to put in rather than the c-fold. Happy cupping!!! 💓
YES! As for me, I actually cut the stem or else it would stick out. I guess I have a low cervix. x) I've always been curious to try the MeLuna cup, has anyone tried it and loved it? I actually do some kind of "7" fold with my cup. This one with the punch down fold are my favourites. If anyone is curious to know more about menstrual cups, check out the youtube channel Precious Stars Pads. The girl reviews so many different types of menstrual cups, it's really cool and she's the one who actually convinced me to get one. Been using the cup for about 4 years now and I love it! (Even though I still get surprised by that little punch in the gut you get when it pops open haha)
Honestly you just saved my life. I'm using a menstrual cup for the first time atm and getting it out for the first time was freaking me out, took me like 15 minutes cause I didn't know you had to keep it pinched the whole time 😥
I have a friend who has no acne, her skin never gets shiny, and her periods are painless and 4 days long. I envy the living shit out of her, yet again she struggles with her hair and eyelashes and all drying out. I guess that's why I should be happy with having oily skin and hair, despite the damn zits.
The diva cup also won’t give you toxic shock syndrome like tampons can which is amazing! I was seeing a pelvic floor therapist for a while and she suggested the diva cup to me. You have to do kegel exercises to push it down before you pull it out, it helps lower it to grab it easier. But having to practice kegels really strengthens the pelvic floor which can prevent a lot of pain associated with periods, sex and pregnancy. Would be awesome for you to do a video where you see a pelvic floor therapist because there is so much to learn! Love your videos, Saf! Keep on keeping on!!!
Madison Flores eh well i actualy did get incredibly ill when i used it, i was delirious and throwing up loads even 10 minutes after i took it out... never heard of anyone else getting this so im kinda bumbed out about it failing for me
Rebecca Stewart Are you allergic to silicon?? I'm not sure that would even give a reaction like that though. Hmm maybe research getting sick from mentstral cup and see if anything pops up. But TSS doesn't go away in 10 min..it puts you in the hospital and can kill you and you will most likely have to get limbs removed. It's a very serious thing.
When dying, curled in a ball on my period, I always watch Safiya's period videos because they make me feel so much more comfortable and normal feeling. The fact that she is so open and chill about everything is so cool to me...
A bit random but did you heard of "Endotrimiose" (idk the english word) is a few years late but it is a illness, because of that your period hurts more than the average
Menstrual cups definitely have a learning curve involved (regarding insertion, knowing how long to keep it in, and removal) but I swear by mine. It’s cleaner, easier and in the long run, cheaper. I’ve been using mine for almost three years and I’ll never go back to tampons. I also read an article that said that you can learn a lot about your health based on your period so it’s nice to keep an eye on the texture and amount (sorry if that’s tmi or gross)
Yes - although some people (myself included) find that sometimes peeing feels harder, like the cup is cutting off the flow (like stepping on a garden hose?) - I was waiting for Safiya to mention it, but she never seemed to have that problem - everyone is different!
@@sleyyyyla if you have it in when you reach in to take it out instead of pulling the stem reach to the base and "pinch, squeeze, fold( whatever word you want to use)" and it "breaks the seal" and it's much easier to pull out. I've had mine for over 3 years and I refuse to go back to anything else. I too do not like the feeling of the flow coming out.
I saw a video showing how to wash it in a public stall, the girl brought a water bottle and rinsed it out with that in the stall, reinserted it, then said to clean it more thoroughly when you get home! I thought it was a pretty solid way to clean it inconspicuously.
Reading the comments has made me seriously worried. So many young women who don't know their anatomy. They should be teaching this in school. And their parents are lacking. But I am also very proud of the women who were kind and took time to explain that women have a vaginal canal and a urethra. And to all the girls, never be embarrassed or ashamed of your menses. Be proud and get informed.
I don't know this YTer, but I do know a similar one to her has MANY fans 7-20 years old. I did not learn about my body until I was 11. The RUclipsrs are not entirely dissimilar, so perhaps it's a lot of young fans.
You don't have to be sorry - that's when I said I learned it, lol and I agree with that age. I was in a haze before 11, lol. 7-10 year olds certainly watch the other YT'ers videos. They just want to be like their favorite pretty RUclipsr and know what they know and be like them when they can live on their own. And parents don't take their kids out or get them involved (or involved with them online) all too often. :-/
I love diva cup! I've been using one for almost 15 years now. That's 15 years of not buying tampons and pads... good for the environment, the body, and the wallet!
Ashley Redstone Yay I’m so happy to hear you’re loving it too, Ashley, I also love mine! I was just searching the Internet for how long the diva cup lasts until you need to replace it, but I didn’t get a set number. It’s more like when the cup has something weird on it like sticky or filmy spots or is super discolored (????). So I was wondering with your experience how often have you found it needs to be replaced? I’m super curious about this now and kind of concerned about when I should buy a new one... I’d love to hear your opinion thank you :)
@x if you have a heavy flow you'll just need to empty the cup more often. It might not fit for the night... but at least you'd cut your tampon usage during the day! There's also different sizes, however it is recommended to start with a small or medium size to get used to it... Maybe start with a medium size that you start using around the end of your period to see if you're comfortable with it (not everybody is). The cup pays for itself really quick, so even if you end up buying another, bigger one later, you should be good money-wise. Plus a smaller could be more comfortable on days with smaller flow. I'd also recommend wearing pads or period panties, especially at first, and especially with heavy flow!
@xFrom what I've read the sizes have nothing to do with flow, but with your muscles. they recommend a S for younger girls (virgins), a M for most people and a L for after giving birth. I also think there are different strenghts to it (maybe in just a few brands) being the stronger ones for more active people (such as athletes). We all think we have heavy flows, but using the cup made me realize that for most of us it actually isn't so, it's just pads and tampons aren't effective.
Simran Possibly if you left it in for a bit too long. Pinching the tip doesn't pinch the entire cup so it shouldn't disturb the liquid inside. You really have to leave the cup in for a long time (like 18-24 hours) on a heavy cycle to have it get really full.
SweetIvory 1203 It really isn't far at all for me. I guess everyone is different but the base of mine sits pretty low. This is why some people have to trim the little tip at the base. If it wasn't trimmed it would poke you or stick out and be uncomfortable.
Because she is comfortable with her body, and has learned something about it. We have a body that should not be a mystery to us, but our friend we care about and take good care of, and learn about.
The Diva is so good after that initial first week. Your diva and your lady bits get used to each other, and then every month following is honestly a party. Bless the Diva Cup. Changed my life.
First..... As a man I'm not sure why I watched this video. I suppose as a married man with 3 daughters I feel a need to stay informed. Then, I made it to 7:00 where you plan to go work out. I'll need to build courage for a few days before I will come watch what happened. Great video and kudos for the frankness and humor. It really helped.
Steve you're a good dad wanting to learn. When I started my period my dad was the only one home and after he raised 4 other girls he knew what to say & get to help me. You deserve dad of the year award!
You're awesome man lol. Kudos to you, takes a brave man to be able to watch this I know to be honest it actually was rather difficult for me to even watch this lol not sure why maybe it's because this seems horrible to me.
As a male subscriber of yours I just want to say that I love that you are confident with yourself and not afraid to talk about menstrual cycles. Many women were told they shouldn't say anything about it and keep quit but that is wrong. Thank you for being yourself.
Been using diva cup for like five years now! It def took 3 periods for my to fully get comfortable with putting it in and removing it but now that I got it I’ll never go back!
If you're buying a cup please sterilise it before use! You don't know where it's been. So boil it, or use a safe sterilising fluid (we have Milton in UK and Ireland). Sterilise before use, for every cycle. A lot of people have given good tips on how to use them here, definitely trim the stem to a comfortable level asap. Make sure to squeeze the base of the cup to release suction before removal or you might hurt yourself! And yep if the suction isn't released then it can wriggle back up. I've read before positioning is super important, if you leak all the time you may not be aligning properly with your cervix. It takes some time :) Also, when inserting or removing, SQUAT! Then after a while you'll get used to doing it on the loo. And I would recommend always inserting it while wet, much easier... i know. Think of the amount of waste you're NOT adding to landfills all the while - and money saved longterm - it's a bit tricky at first but so worth it.
robynh trying mine for the first time. I want to trim the stem but i need to make sure it’s in the right spot so i know where to trim it... i feel like it might be awhile before I get it perfect 😂
@@Wizardwiwizard it may be uncomfortable - i'm not sure about stretching, but i know the larger sizes are suggested for women over 30 and women who have had children. Try it out, it might be okay! Perhaps if it doesn't form a seal properly, get the smaller one :)
@@robynhab ik that's why I'm afraid, I'm 26 and really small and I'm using it 😭😭😭😭 it's pretty expensive here so i can only afford 1 (damn you seller!! ). I'm trying it and it actually makes me abit nauseous. And it hurt like hell the putting in process. Sigh. But I'm powering it through. Just a week won't be enough to stretch me out right 😭😭😭
It's not going to stretch you out, if my five kids didn't stretch me out that little cup isn't going to. That's not the way vaginas work. Besides, the cup is flexible and conforms to your body.
I’m getting a diva cup soon, hoping it works well, tampons kinda hurt sometimes (they dry me out sometimes and it hurts) And pads just feel so gross like a diaper, and it’s so messy Update: it’s my second day of using it, and I love it! No leaks so far, I’m getting used to putting it in and taking it out without pain.
I feel that. I wanna get one cause tampons can be a bit uncomfortable cause they also dry me out. I hate pads too cause of the drop thing and I just don’t like feeling all wet. I’m hoping to get a cup soon
I'm trying a menstrual "disc" this cycle and it's pretty good too if you like the cup. You insert it pretty differently but it's still 12 hours and the main difference is it's deeper inside (so you can woohoo) and there's NO vacuum of suction. The one I'm using is Nixit, cups scare me lol.
this is a weird explanation but i put mine far enough to where the muscle holds it in. it’s in the right spot if it isn’t uncomfortable but you are/can be still kind of aware that it’s there
Its not "cute", its really awfull that there are 451 people that think is cute for your boyfriend to understand everything about your period and its cute about it. Thats how it SHOULD be.
I have very irregular periods, but I love that I can just pop my cup in when I feel like I might be starting and not waste anything if it doesn't come. Additionally, I am in the military and that requires me to be away from home and away from places where I can pick up products as needed. It's a great space saver as far as packing and helps keeps things much fresher for longer. Since I started with a menstrual cup , I haven't looked back. I wish that this was something I could have told my high school self. It would have given me more confidence in school.
You make a good point but can you plug a bullet wound with a diva cup tho? Haha :p Just curious, What about if/when youre in the field? Do you find it possible to keep it clean?
Ran into one of her videos and I've been watching for hours. I usually get bored but I'm in love with her! She just so real. Thanks for keeping people like me entertained with real life shit!
Not gonna lie. I don’t rotate my cup and it works fine. It’s to make sure that you have a suction. After you insert it pull on the stem. If you feel resistance you’re good to go!
I'd just like to add some tips/info here: 1. If it pops up/fully expands after you insert it, you probably have good suction. Trust me, it's a good thing if you don't have to fiddle with it a lot! It's always good to rotate it to get it extra secure though. 2. I like to cut the stem on mine, sometimes it can stick out a little too much and often when you "feel" the diva cup, you're actually just feeling the stem. Others express discomfort in this area and it's worth trying. 3. You don't have to walk to the sink to rinse it out every time. This would be super awkward/impractical to do in a public restroom, and if you're having a heavy day no one wants to do that lol. Just remove it as usual, pour the blood into the toilet, wipe the cup with toilet paper, and reinsert. It's no different than a tampon, and is actually (in my experience) a lot less messy than a tampon. I guess there's a little bit of a learning curve for everyone, but after you get used to it (which imo happens really fast!) it doesn't take more than a couple seconds to insert/remove. I'd also like to add that I experience significantly less cramping with a cup! They're really so great, they're a lot more comfortable and clean than tampons/pads.
As as former tampon girl, I couldn’t be prouder of Saf for trying the Diva Cup. I will say that anyone making the switch should consider that it usually takes ~3 cycles to fully master it. It all depends on how comfy you are with your body/your menstrual blood and the amount of patience you have with yourself. But once you get it, it’s everything. I’m now a diva cup + period panties girl and I’d never go back.
Ellie Best it's worth discovering what your body is like downstairs, especially if you start a sexual relationship with someone. there's nothing wrong with knowing your body even if you don't want to use tampons
The first time I used my cup, and went to take it out, I could not find it and I started freaking out a little bit that it was lost up there forever. When I read the instructions for getting it out, it literally said "do not panic" haha. But once I got used to it, I love it. I've kept it in closer to 24 hours on my light days.
@@ashleywilliams9732 just squat a little and you will be good! Also don't rip it by stem. Move it left to right gently and then remove it. Edit: you are never going to lose your cup inside your vagina because due to gravity as it gets heavy, it will be easier for you to remove. Hope that helps
Lmao EXACT SAME THING happened with me! And I looked at the website and it said “do not panic” lmao so I stopped panicking. I just squatted while showering and pulled it out by the bottom of the cup, not the stem. And then after that, I just didn’t insert it as high. Hope that helps!
Leaving any product in place vaginally (diaphragm, cup, tampon) for more than, at the very most, 8 hours (preferably 4) is extremely dangerous. Look up "toxic shock."
My bf is great about this kind of stuff. I had my menstrual cup on the bathroom counter drying after boiling it after my period and he put it on top of a toilet paper roll to make a rocket. What a guy. The blood doesn't freak him out at all, as he says "it's just blood."
I was first embarrassed to show my husband any blood. Then one time I was bleeding so bad that I could hear it just near-pouring into the toilet I sat on. (Basically consistent drips.) And he opened the door and asked how I was doing. I flipped out, figuring he shouldn't see anything. And then he asked me to wipe, I did. He waited a minute and asked me again, sure enough there was tons of blood again. I was ashamed to show him but he said, "I don't care. It's just blood from a wound inside you. And I'd like to know when you're bleeding too much."
Pads are actually better in my opinion because it's comfortable to wear. And about the cramps....Idk u deal with this but it doesn't stay forever I guess :) . It's ok u should change 3-4 hours everytime so I guess it's ok to me. I don't mind changing it everytime. So ya I m pad gang.
I use the Lena cup personally, because it's more flexible and therefore easier to get in! It's also like half the price of the diva cup. It takes a little while to get used to insertion/removal, but now it's pretty much as easy as putting in a tampon for me. just takes a little practice! I also love that you NEVER have to worry about TSS, and silicone is poreless, so as long as you take care of it, it's totally sanitary!
Diva cup is fine after the first two cycles. I’ve never had an issue inserting but it was hard to take it out in the beginning. But tss is extremely rare anyway.
You do realize that the article says she caused an abrasion which could have introduced the staph infection? And that she had a medical history of heavy menstrual bleeding that would have given the bacteria a better environment? And that the article doesn't describe how she used the product? Likely scenario: product or hands weren't washed appropriately, picked up staph infection which was introduced through the abrasion and multiplied because of chronic menorrhagia. The cup isn't an exacerbating factor like a tampon is.
i don't think using the diva cup for one single period is enough to have a defined opinion on it. For me, the first two times it was messy and hard, and it all made me reconsider using it in the first place. However, the more I used it, the more I loved it! putting it on and taking it off gets easier and easier until it only takes you seconds. Once you get the hang of it, you can't feel it at all inside you, as well. All I can say to someone considering using it is to not give up, even when it seems hard. I swear it is worth it.
@@EricaQuiroz heya! I'm a long time user of the cup and I love it! I found it difficult the first couple of months, so don't give up! A couple of tips I found helpful, whichever way you fold it choose the one that it seems to "pop open" easiest from once you insert it. Trying different ways of folding it helps, and I've also had friends say that some times using a little water based lubricant on the interior of the cup can help with this, because it reduces friction and the cup sort of 'catching' on itself, especially as you're learning to use it. This second one is kinda weird but it helps, once it "pops open" you can kinda "burp" the seal if you squish it with your finger once it's in, and it seems to help seal it better to the inner walls and there's a little bit of a suction feeling (not painful) this can also help you kinda feel it "pop open". Also make sure you've purchased the right size for you, there are two sizes and ignore what they say about age/having given birth=sizing, and go with the one that fits and feels right for you. Hope this helps, and if you don't like the Diva but you like cups, there are other cups available on the market that you can try, even disposable ones.
I love how she isn't embarrassed at all and normalizes periods. I get so nervous I will bleed through and she is like, "IM ON MY PERIOD!!!!!" I majorly respect her for this
Holy cow, during the course of this 13 minute video, I literally started to feel period cramps start coming on out of nowhere, and by the end of it I actually began my period. What is this.
Hopefully you read this! The bubble feeling is because there are two air holes in the top of the cup! That's designed to let air out of the cup as it fills, because the blood slowly going in the cup is obviously going to push air out the way! So the holes let out the spare air😂which is what calls a "bubbling" sensation!
Omg this makes me feel better!! The bubbling and air feeling are the only part of the cup that I really have an issue with. I'm scared of getting an embolism (you know that thing where air gets trapped in you and you die)!! So it has a way to leave so that won't happen!
Samantha Darling embolism is an air bubble in your bloodstream... There's no way it can get in there unless you get an injection with significant air in there... Definitely not from your period... Air gets in there all the time with insertion...
there is zero way you can get an air embolism from a diva cup or form a tampon for that matter. Air gets in your vagina all the time from all manner of activities (sex and masturbation included). Its when air is in a vein that it is deadly.
TIPS: --It's easier to put in wet! You don't need a special lube or anything, but a quick rinse if you haven't already rinsed it is very helpful. --Conversely, it's easier to take out dry. By this I mean make sure your hands and the little nub for grabbing are as dry as possible. I'll often use a single square of toilet paper to aid in the grabbing of the lil nub. If the nub is uncomfy for you after a trial period, just cut it off and know it'll be a little harder to remove going forward. --While you can absolutely wear it for 12 hours, it will also start to leak when it's full, no matter what hour that is. If you have a very heavy flow, take it out and dump it. It's a cup not a plug so it can runneth over. Wear a liner/dark undies if you have a heavy flow. --When you pour it into the toilet try to pour it into the water, the blood on the side of the bowl doesn't always flush easily. But also, pour slowly so it doesn't splash. --If you ever drop it in the toilet or tbh anywhere, please boil it. --If you ever have to change it in public, strategize: If there are no single stall restroom available, it's ok. Take it out and wipe it off, wrap it in TP, put a lil TP in your undies and go rinse it off. Go back in the stall and put it back in. Yes, It'll be inconvenient and take longer than a tampon. It's worth it.
@@sarahbrugman8358 usually at first, and if it's not properly inserted you can feel it. But as it warms up w body heat it settles into place in a couple minutes
Sarah Brugman all this is great advice! I want to add that keeping a Ph balanced cleaner (Summers Eve - unscented) on hand is a good idea. Boiling works but I think of it as more of the ‘oops’ option like Clair said. And skip the rotation step if you get a cup. If you dont feel the ‘pop’ then just run a finger around the outside of the cup and apply gentle pressure until you feel the ‘pop’ - or until you feel the cup is unfurled. It feels a little odd at first but it gets really unnoticeable fast. And I also suggest inserting/removing the first few times while relaxed and in the shower.
I've definitely watched her "period series" a few times, I'm wondering if she had continued to use these products and what was the perfect combo she would use for the first half and last half of her monthly. Maybe one day there will be a followup video! One can hope :)
I use a Ruby Cup (bonus: they donate a cup to a girl in a place where access to menstrual stuff isn't super common, so she can go to school all month and graduate), and it has a significantly longer stem, which also has grippy nubs, so getting a good hold is easy. Pulling it straight out, you'll be fighting suction, kind of like pulling your rain boot straight up out of the mud. If you tilt it and scoot one spot of the rim around, you can break the suction, and pulling it out becomes a LOT easier. Also, great job keeping a clear cup clear!
I've been using my menstrual cup for about 7 months now. It took me 3 months to get comfortable with it, with no leaks and all. But I had to understand my period first, and my body. There are a lot of ways to fold it, you should try others and choose your favorite :D Also, I boil my cup once a month, right before my period starts, it's what I've been told to be correct. But since I started using it, I fell in love and won't go back to tampons or pads hahaha
I’ve been using a menstrual cup for over 8 years and here’s a few things I’ve learned. I preferred the Sckoon cup to the Diva cup. 1- I’ve never needed to boil it. I just washed it with warm water and soap. 2- In public bathrooms I just emptied it and put back until I got home when I could wash it. 3- You can also keep some wipes with you when you have to change it in public. It’s important to remember that your menstrual fluid is sterile unless you have some kind of infection. So, it’s okay to just empty and put it back while I’m public. It does take some getting used to but once you get the hang of it they’re awesome especially because you can see how much it coming out. This actually helped me a lot because I developed Addemyosis and my OB was able to diagnose me quicker since I could tell her exactly how much I was losing.
Whaaat this thing have been out more that five yeara ago?! How did I just found this now?! Where have i been living?! Wtf... and btw thank you for your tips
You’re welcome! I loved mine. Not only is it a lot less stressful the amount of money and waste I saved over these years is amazing. I had a hysterectomy two months ago so I won’t need it but I still have the experience. Lol I learned about through a Crunchy Mama group after having baby #2.
Via Marie Sekine and it’s entertaining to watch for some strange reason because I hadn’t started and even when I had, I didn’t wear tampons let alone a diva cup 😂
No that’s just the eight year olds thinking this is sexual.... and yes I look like an eight year old but I am not I have started my period and is 12 shut up if you think I’m just a kid and haven’t gone through life struggles yet
A possibility of why people disliked this is because they might be the type of people that believe that women should not talk about their period, and should be embarrassed by it. Totally uncool, since it's a natural thing that happens to women.💁
I'm so glad you liked the diva cup! I'm obsessed w mine I've been using it for almost a year now and I will never ever go back to tampons! I love how it's so Eco friendly, so reliable and leak proof, comfortable and it's a steep price at first but in the long run it really does save a lot of money!
Yea it is a steep price, luckily there are a ton of cheaper cups that last just as long and have a bigger variety when it comes to size, shape, and firmness. Many of which are on amazon.
I also use my Lunette Cup for half a year now and you reall get used to putting the cup in and getting it out with each period and it just gets easier and easier. Also since I´m moving out this summer I´m really glad that I don´t have to buy tampons every month and can save money this way.
All these comments are totally making me want to go out and buy one! I'm a 100% tampon girl, but this just seems logical haha. Does anyone know how long the cup lasts? Like can you use the same one for 6 months/a year/even longer? X
To test if it's got good suction, feel around the edge for dips and lightly tug the stem to see if theres any resistance. To take it out, pinch the base to break the suction and slowly pull out in the shower/over the toilet.
I love my Diva cup. I just got it last month but I had zero problems with it. The rotation makes it so the cup is fully expanded and "suctioned", I guess but the instruction manual also says that you can just use a finger to push aside the inner tissue to ensure that there's room for it to fully expand and then wiggle it a bit and it does the same thing. There's less odour, less waste, and a lower chance of toxic shock syndrome. Plus, the long wearing time is great! And it saves money in the long run too!
Yes, you should be able to. Here's a link to their website, explaining their different "sizes": divacup.com/how-it-works/sizing/ Also, there's a section on this page divacup.com/moms/ about the hymen/virginity and the use of the diva cup. One thing that you might want to keep in mind is that insertion may be a little bit more difficult, until your body adjusts to the cup but the vaginal muscles are designed to stretch and then return back to normal so it won't "stretch you out" or anything.
you should still be able to. relaxing your vaginal muscles has nothing to do with being a virgin or not. the only thing is you might be scared/nervous as a lot of people are (even if they're not virgins) and that might tense up your muscles & make it more difficult. Relax, understand your body, and use a smaller cup. There's different brands.
I'm that one 'horror' story. I'm 16 and also still a virgin. I've used tampons for about a year now and it's always been comfortable besides for a slight mishap my first time using it. When I went to put the diva cup it it was extremely painful. It took me about 30 min the first time with terrible pain the whole time and then once I finally got it in (after coconut oil lube) I felt in no longer. I was in for a whammy when I attempted to remove it. It was pulling but not to painful until it was almost out and I thought I was going to pass out. The pain was so severe I had to take a break and try again. The pain hasn't left anytime I remove it and I just have to pull as hard as I can as quickly as I can. I love it when it's in but insertion and removal are horrible.
honestly relatable. all these comments are saying if it hurts then you're doing it wrong, but for me that wasn't the case. tampons hurt a lot and i can't wear them. one time i tried to put one in after multiple tries, finally got it in correctly, stood up and immediately cried my eyes out and fell down because of the sharp pain. some of us literally can't insert them. i have to use pads. all the same people praising tampons say that pads are like diapers, but in reality if you have the correct pad for your body shape/flow it shouldn't be visible and you shouldn't be able to feel it.
TAMPONS MAKE ME CRAMP LIKE A CRAMPING CRAMPER WHO CRAMPS!!! I can insert them without pain (though I can always feel them in there), but the freaking CRAMPS. The only going explanation I've ever found is some reproductive systems are laid out in a way that if you use a tampon it will sit against the cervix and cause pain. Other people's vaginal canals are slightly different lengths and shapes, so that's why it hurts in some and not in others.
@@tay5327 They hurt for some and they don't hurt for others. It all depends on the person because bodies are different. So if they do hurt for you? That's normal. And if they don't? That's also normal! Either way it's okay and there's no need to be scared.
I love how relaxed and normal you talk about periods. So many people hardly talk about it, and if they do, they put it in a video and edit it in a way that makes it seem like it’s taboo and apologize for bringing it up, but you were so casual & unapologetic about it, which is super refreshing to see so thank you!
The way how I'm scrolling through this video to see who's on there period rn. I'm 12 and still I'm uncomfortable with my period as it has only been a year since I first got it. People like Saf inspire me to be more confident as she expresses how she feels, and also how other women feel... But I'm too scared to tell anyone as I think they might judge me 😞😞 Thx Saf for making me just that little bit more confident about my body.
Zodiac// I also got my period at a young age(like, 10 or 11), and I was pretty much a third to halfway done with puberty by the time the others in my class started going into puberty. So I know how it feels to feel like you are different, or to be afraid to tell anyone. Honestly, even now, that basically everyone in my class has gotten their period and are all experiencing puberty, I am still not comfortable talking about it, at least not directly. However, know that it is all natural and that they'll all catch up! And if you can talk about it with your parents, then you'll be fine. Sorry for the long rant, and if it was completely off topic, I apologize...😅
Mine came back as the IUD time ran out (as expected) but even though I haven't replaced it I don't have cramps like I did before I got it. Fingers crossed it stays that way.
trust us, you get used to it! After all, you'll have it every month until you're in your 40s or 50s. Once you and all the girls you know that are around your age have all started it won't be such a huge deal! All women go through this, don't worry about it!
It always amazes how bad I felt about my period when I used tampons and pads (emotionally), how badly I cramped and how bad the really big cysts on my ovaries ached (physically) and how much I cursed the fact I had a period (spiritually), fr I hated it. I've been using a diva cup for 6 years, and whenever I take a moment to look at the cup on my heaviest day, I realize I was gyped into thinking that having a period was so shameful and terrible. It's never as much blood as I think it is, even if it's still a good bit, but never even close to the brim. Hoping this video encourages more femmes with periods to try something new that can help them love their bodies more! Also that period smell is gone and I smell good all the time lol.
@@shortyzangelz I surfed the comments because i love spreading the gospel of the cup (lol), and I noticed a ALOT of people saying the same thing. the bleached cotton in most pads and tampons must have some really nasty stuff if that's a common experience :/
This is the first video of hers I watched. I guess RUclips thought I needed this in my life and they were right. When she came on without make up I actually said outloud in my empty room. "Wow she's so beautiful"
I just got my first menstrual cup called a Saalt cup today, and so far, I'm impressed. Cramps hurt less, it sits comfortably, and holds well with my heavy flow. I do agree that taking a cup out is a bit of a situation. I had to squish mine on the side with my finger and drag it out, so it spilled everywhere. Lol. Overall though, I'm never going back to tampons unless I have to. It's so nice to feel more relaxed and not worry about just having the tampon string stain your panties or feel like you have to change it every time you pee. *Edit: Now that it's been all day, and I've done a little extra research, I've found that if you push like you're trying to poop, it helps to get the bottom farther towards your vaginal opening and makes it soooooooo much easier to get out. You may have to do that a few times as you wiggle the cup down if you have a high cervix, or bendy vag like me. Just remember, try to relax and just be calm so your muscles don't squeeze in and fight you.
Please don’t bear down. Squat further or do other things to manipulate gravity. Bearing down too hard and too frequently can cause pelvic organ prolapse.
I love my Saalt cup! The soft one feels so comfortable and no leaks for me. I had tried Diva cup before and liked it but found it made it hard to pee 😳 Love using period panties too. So happy for both of these improvements to menstrual products!
hello loves! how was your weekend? would you use the diva cup, or another menstrual cup? also, where is my NOTIF SQUAD at?! 🖤🖤🖤
fuck yes
Safiya Nygaard neither!
Safiya Nygaard I would
Safiya Nygaard hello I wouldn't use either Blegh
Safiya Nygaard nope
Am I the only person who kinda misses these period themed videos?? I really enjoy how informative and relaxed these feel.
same
same
Not really cause I just kinda like everything she makes so idk I guess I wouldn’t mind more but I’m happy with what she does
@@najodo5209 Oh, 100%. This was in no way a complaint about her current content bc I really enjoy everything she posts. She puts so much thought and effort into all her video concepts and execution, which was something I always liked about these videos. She has this way of presenting information regarding menstruation that feels relaxed, something that is in contrast to the way most people normally talk about it (as a joke or in hushed tones) and really helped normalize open and frank discussions about periods (for me, anyway). It would be super cool if she ever decides to return to the period theme, but it's also fantastic that her channel has been able to evolve and expand over the years. This has been my long winded way of saying same, I guess, lol!
Try put a cup in it you tube channel or another youtuber who does some great reviews is itsjustkelli she has a whole playlist of stuff shes tried!
“The feeling of ‘The Drop’.”
Girl, I relate 100%.
Love your profile pic 😉
Omg me too. I'm going to use that to describe that if i ever have a daughter
its gross. feels like pee, but not pee.
@@irlbocchi like slimy extra stinky pee.
Opal Plisetsky yes! And when you stand up, your body literally pees without your consent 😂
"I don't really like the DRAMA of putting it in and taking it out"
Well, it is a DIVA cup.
Lmao!!!!! They should rename it the beauty cup or the guru cup after all the drama the beauty community has!
They should rename it to the drama cup or the too much effort cup
Hm
Diva = Drama 😂
@@lavenderhazel5125 i don't know how many dramas have you seen in beauty comunities (i only know the James Charles thing and Jefrey Star's personality). But i have seen far more fights and polémic around gaming comunities (some can become very violent), film critics and skeptic comunity.
When you’re on your period and you get out of the shower and it’s a race between you, time, and gravity 🤣
Yes!!! For me it’s that moment when you forgot to put on a pad before you hop in the shower 😂
HONESLTY
Yeah
Cecil The sloth my flow isn’t that heavy so I haven’t experienced that yet, but I start my third ever period this week so yee
Actually Flora it’ll happen eventually. It always does, it’ll become a sensation that once it happens, you’ll always know exactly what it means. 😂
I think its really sweet that Saf can openly talk to Tyler about her period. Most boys would be grossed out, but Tyler talks about it like its normal.
Cuz it is. Lol
@@RandomPerson-pi9cu its honestly not, its part of being human.
chicken nuggets that’s what they meant that yes it is normal duh
the bar is low
That's because Tyler is a young man and not a 12 year old boy with no sisters.
I can imagine myself having a panic attack if I couldn’t get it out
Claudia Castillo i cried when I couldn’t get mine out
Have done, was a lot lol
Omg the first time I used a tampon I was trying to pull it out and I was about to cry because it wouldn't come out LOL I didn't know it took a bit of strength.
Same
I remember one time I went swimming and I had a tampon in and then when I was changing I couldn’t find the string
Most celebs: You know about me but you don't know me
Saf: So as you guys know my period is 7 days long
I literally was reading this out loud and at the same time saf came in said it with me.
I was so confused
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂damn
mine is 4 🤦♀️😭
@@irlbocchi lucky you)
Mine is usually 7 but sometimes they will last 8 to 9 days and it worries me...😣
As a guy who has a lot of female friends this is really cool to know what they go through, and learn. I have always known a period is painful, but I never really thought about how inconvenient bleeding endlessly is.
And as a dude I apologize for all those immature boys who think a period is gross.
Thank you,that’s very nice of you:)
*applause*
i appreciate that👏
the bar is on the floor
but in all seriousness, thank you.
Also, it's not endless. There is this thing called menopause.
I love how open you are without any weirdness. Its so natural and you don't preface everything with "sorry if this is tmi". I love unapologetic honesty, and you have got that down pat.
Ikr
@@Wildwildmint i know it doesn't make sense but I've seen people do that before
tyler is so supportive. A MAN
Viktoria Ann yeah
Tyler is so perfect for her. HE IS SUPER CUTE!!!!
They're a beautifully cohesive couple, it's very sweet
Viktoria Ann my boyfriend is to
Hmm you might think boys are stupid but rlly you are!?
Honestly, this is the most comfortable video I've ever seen about fem hygiene. You're just so naturally chill that it didn't seem weird. I know it's one of the most natural things in the world and we shouldn't feel weird to talk about it, but people always make it a whole "thing"and it's awkward as fuk, but not you. I appreciate you're being so open and honest, it's refreshing, .no pun intended lolol. Thank you for your service ms Nygaard
STFUndTEXTME Saf just seems so naturally chill about everything.
If she’s chill you should check out Just Sharon she is really good and comfortable about talking about this stuff
True!
Who was it- Kira? The lady in the RUclips ads for one of the menstrual cups was SO aggressive about it.
it's not just female hygiene, men have periods too
Can we just take a moment to appreciate Tyler. Not at all awkward with period stuff. 👏 👏👏👏👏👏
Emma Gordon as he should be. all men should be comfortable with menstruation
maya y exactly, it’s not like we can pick and choose about it! Men really shouldn’t be grossed out as it’s a natural thing for a woman.
Omg I forgot abt this and it blew up
maya y agreed
Fauna Studio 👏 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Day 2 is always... Abundant.
Liah Marquez yes relatable
Read as she said it xD
Liah Marquez mmm. On day 2 right now :/
so true. im on day 2 and i want to die ;)
I’m on day 2 and I’ve literally been smacking myself in the face to distract myself from the fuCKING PAIN OF CRAMPS
i love how you tackle the most uncomfortable topics like this and go on about it. you're so awesome saf! not to mention beautiful.
Gigi Panda lol
Truee
it shouldn’t be uncomfortable. it’s natural and happens to all of us :/
AB Emojis I think she means that is saf's first time using so probably it's a little uncomfortable (sorry for my English, is not my first lenguage)
Gigi Panda she would love this comment
I swear that every period is at its heaviest on the 2nd day. Does anybody have a different day that’s heavier??!
My first, dear. I have the heaviest and the most painful first. Second is like 75-80% of the first. 🤭🤭
Mine changes from month to month. Some times, it's the first day. And very rarely it can even be the fourth or fifth day that is the heaviest.
I'm still in the beginning stages, where my periods are irregular, I didn't even get a second day on my first period.
Unlike most women, sometimes I bleed for like, 14 days straight ( due to my birth control. I’m fine, no need to worry ) so I. All depends. But usually days 3-7 and then like 11-13.
1 2 and sometimes 3 are heaviest
actual diva cup user rewatching- don't just yank it out by the stem! you need to press it in a little to break the suction- makes it much easier to pull out without the damn thing trying to french your cervix (and schlurping itself back in if you loose the grip). the little stem guy doesn't really serve a purpose, it's just a comfort thing to be able to feel it. personally i trimmed my stem down a lot bc it gets pokey lol
You are the first comment talking about this that I saw in this section. What a terrible thing. You should be more up there so the missinformation wouldn't be spreading so much.
hello, i have a very important question abt the cups. i play volleyball and basketball and just horse around a lot, if i do the splits for example, can it just like fall out? thats the only thing im afraid of rn.
@@sydneyomara5704 nop. It stays in there by creating a suction, so you'll be okay :)
“french your cervix” made me cackle loool
Absolutely not, it will not fall out. Your muscles helps to keep the cup in place while it also suction to your cervix.
I love how open your boyfriend is about periods
A man that isn't open about periods is sad. It's part of life. Wish more men were like her bf.
Real men don't act like babies over body functions. lol
If a man isn't open,it just means they are not mature.
Kelly and Lauren That's exactly what I was saying! 😂
Vision Noire if they aren't comfortable with periods they aren't a man. they're a boy. I don't care how old they are lol. you're a child if you get uncomfortable with periods. especially if you're OK with putting your penis in the same hole. but oh NO! BLEEDING ISN'T SEXY URRGHHH!!... I have no tolerance for that kinda nonsense lol.
It takes time to truly master the art of using menstrual cups. I LOVE my menstrual cup and would never go back to using tampons. Here are some tips and tricks:
- there are so many different brands of varying price points, sizes, shapes, textures, and colors. Don’t get bummed if the first one you get isn’t right for you. Put a cup in it has a very good comparison chart comparing all of the cups they’ve tried.
- there so so many more golds that depicted here. I had a Diva cup for a year until I was able to actually use it and it wasn’t until I discovered the 7 fold that I was able use it
- if you would for some reason need to change it in public, bring a water bottle with you to rinse it off in the stall
- be careful using the toilet while wearing the cup, it shouldn’t come out but you would rather be safe than sorry
- don’t be turned off by the price, menstrual cups can last over 5 years so imagine never walking into a store every again needing to buy over priced tampons. This is a one time purchase that will save you so much in the future.
- it easiest for me to insert it in the shower. Squatting or putting a foot up on something is the easiest
- run your finger around the cup after insertion to really be sure the cup has completely unfolded itself
- for removing the cup, its best to pinch the base of the cup, not the stem. It’s also helpful to push and bear down so cup comes out more naturally
Hopefully this was helpful to anyone who read this entire comment. I love never worrying about leaks, being able to sleep with no underwear, only having to change it 2 times a day, saving immense amounts of money, helping out the environment, it’s vegan and cruelty free, comfortable and healthier for you! Please try these out!
Excellent points! The 7 fold is life! There's a ton of good info on the web about folds and brands. I loved that I didn't have to pay the pink tax anymore for tampons which hurt me and never stayed put. I always had a hate/hate relationship with tampons. Menstrual cups were farrrrrr better for me.
You can also get a cup for a woman that has had a child. That works much better than a tampon.
How do you clean it at work/school etc? I get very paranoid about my hands being not 100% clean and I get scared I will drop the cup because it has happened in my own bathroom when I wanted to empty it and I REALLY wouldn’t want to cause that scene at work 😭 also I just start leaking after 2 hours so idk if there is a cup big enough to catch my flow and that would fit in & not be uncomfortable 😬
Wooo I am day 2 into my first period with a cup. Something I never thought I would do! But tampons gave me thrush, pads made me feel squishy and dirty,& the bin full of pads at the end of the week made me think about the environment! Day one was great but day 2 can't seem to get it to seal today so I'm practicing and sticking with it. I'm amazed at my body and how it just scoots on up there lol!! And also surprised how much I bled I never thought it was that much! Sorry TMI lol. I'd tell evryone to please try it!! So far it's made me feel so much cleaner and fresher down there even with a little leak compared to a whopping great pad!
Şebnem Seçkal wash it with hand soap and warm water.
As for leaking, I was bleeding half a pint in five days (excessively heavy bleeding needing medical intervention), and I never leaked, ever.
In public, I tend to empty cup, wipe it out with toilet paper, rinse with a water bottle, dry with toilet paper and pop it back in and just give it a good clean at home. The "boil as necessary" generally means at the beginning/end of your period give it a good boil to kill off any germs.
I realise this is 2 years old but pro tip to others interested 😘
I always carry a second cup in my handbag when I'm out in public. I just exchange cups and later clean the used one with soap and water.
just use the beday
Nell ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ those are extremely rare and honestly I trust bottled water more than that water.
TheNeonCupcake
In finland we have like a menstrual cup washing liquid so u wash is every time you take it out
Jimin -ssi that’s so nice, we sometimes get cardboard tampons that cost money
I'm 73 and when I was young, a cup amazingly similar to the diva cup was sold. My flow was insane--changing pads every 2 hours and flow for 10 days. It did have a correlation to a physical problem but I didn't find that out for a year after the "Tass-Away" went out of business. I loved it! For the first time I could leave it in for as much as 6 hours without leakage on my heaviest days. Mine created a seal that prevented any leakage. I never had a problem with it. I can't figure out why it went away for 50 years. I'm glad to see it back.
so it has existed for more than 50 years? that's amazing. it's really good that it's making a comeback indeed
Probably because anything good for us gets buried away and anything cancerous is stocked and front row on all shelves 🤷🏾♀️. I'm so happy I found the diva cup! No more shocking bleached cotton in my vag 🥳🥳
Yeah... periods just exist for 50 years..even if ut dosent come in 50 years it wont come back-
Me too. I have heavy periods too and this is a game changer I love it. I guess it disappeared bcs of economy. it's better for companies to sell u something every month than a thing which will last years
I agree
By the time I had 33 I was like
okay, I'm still leaking
we got to try something new.
So used the diva cup and it's a success. I'm not going back two pads and tampons ever again, well until I have another baby🤣👍👍👍😎
I love how relaxed and confident you are talking about your period
Katie xox ikr
The more you talk about period stuff, the easier it becomes!
Emily Paulsen right!
Katie xox ikk
Ikr
Hiking on your period....damn....i can't even get out of bed without feeling extremely uncomfortable and having some leaks here and there.
Same
Oof hate to be you
I've gone backpacking on my period before. I LOVE the mountains and I love camping/hiking. Several times when we plan to go it ended up close to or right on my period, but I don't want to miss it so I just tough it out
Its different for everyone so when you see someone doing something like that its like "Damn, ok!"
Same with my first few periods but the more I went outside and moved around the less leaks and I was a bit uncomfortable but it wasnt bad. Two weeks ago I had my period during volleyball tryouts at school and while I was soo worried of leaks, moving around a lot really slowed the bleeding towards the end of the day.
I dont know if this makes sense or not but uh.. yeah..
I too consider myself a mother of dragons on my period
Laura Maslova Me 2😂😅
Laura Maslova meeee
🤣🤣🤣💀💀💀
I'm just the dragon
Lol
Idk why as a male I’m watching this, but I’m learning.
Dont be embarrassed about it. We do appreciate when men actually care and aren't grossed out by it haha
Learn it will help
Yeah it's good that you want to understand menstrual cycles and to not think that it's gross or embarrassing for girls and women.
yes ty for trying to learn
Bless you
I completely lost it when she said "this is a pretty hands-on project" hahahaha
Best part. What a crack up.
amie a Practically speaking, I wonder if a magnetic solution would help in this situation. With just a bit of ferrous in that tip, I'd imagine we have strong micro magnets that would grip it like no tomorrow.
Ben Taylor strong magnets don't go nicely with sensitive areas... if anything gets caught between the magnets, ouch. Tbh that's probably why they don't have a better solution, because your fingers can feel if you caught something.
Laura Paige Me too 😂😂😂
Saf: "Can you see it?"
Tyler: "Hello diva cup, are you in there?"
lol relationship goals right there.😂😂😂
Lolli Polli01 wait when was that
romilly stasaitis 8:22
Lolli Polli01 tyy
I wasn't there yet in the video and i saw this reaction and i was like... wow what?!
I read this before watching the vid. And I thought it was in her and they couldn't find it lmao
"Uh oh? Can I find it?" HAHAHAHAHAHA
xD
I read that as she said it
Tanya Zhang i love you your awsome
Tanya Zhang you can get them at Walmart
Bahahahahhahahahaa
wow okay didn’t expect this to be so long:
came back to this video after buying a diva cup for the first time. i’ve always been an avid tampon user, i can’t stand pads - they just seem so gross to me, so naturally i was pretty excited about this.
one thing that really made me happy was the fact it can be left in for up to twelve hours. i was always so bad at taking tampons out on time (never left them in for more than eight hours though, don’t worry haha).
the first time i tried the diva cup was a DISASTER. i didn’t know how to insert it properly, and after 40 minutes, when it eventually got in, i didnt push it far enough and when i walked i could feel it rotate. i was in so much pain and was ready to never touch a diva cup again.
taking it out was arguably worse than putting it in. i was in so. much. pain. i eventually got it out after far, far too long, emptied & rinsed it, then turned to youtube for a better method.
i came across one method that said to fold one side into the cup so it makes some sort of triangular shape, then insert - and that has been the best method ever!!! so easy! then, run your finger around the outside to make sure it’s all open and suctioned.
to take it out, as funny as it sounds, you should start by pushing with your muscles like you’re gonna poop. you’ll start to feel the cup make its way out. once it’s out enough that you can feel all of the ring-things on the base of the cup, hold it in place as best you can while you run a finger up to break the seal.
once you’ve broken the seal, keep your finger there, continue to push it out while guiding it with your finger.
that has been the most painless and clean method for me, i hope it helps. sorry to be so... in depth ahah.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Thank you. I’m hoping to get one soon so this is really helpful
Thanks for the info. I just tried mine for the first time. Getting out was a nightmare! It took 10 minutes but felt like ages and I was ready to panic lol
I had a similar thing, the way they reccomend inserting it on the package was always so uncomfortable for me so i nearly quit on it, but similar to you, I was able to find a better way to use it. I've been using it for nearly 2 years now, and its amazing for me because I'm working towards a zero waste lifestyle, though removing it always freaks me out because I'm always scared it'll get stuck haha. As of now, it has never gotten stuck.
fritha krygsman haha it can't get stuck if you look up the anatamoy of down there it'll never get farther than your walls and you'll be able to push it out no need to worry!
"Step 3: the negotiation" I'm dead 😂
100% me with tampons
Why I use pads.
100% me with tampons because I haven't used one yet because I need more negotiation also my mom said I need to be on it and be going swimming so haha yeah
Lilli claire you can buy them with quarters in a public bathroom thats what I did because I hate pads with a vengeance
step 2: the streets
The fact that someone could hike, let alone get out of bed, while on their period is crazy to me
I work out at the gym 5 days a week. Heavy cardio and weightlifting. Even on mine xD
Faith C I most likely have endometriosis so it’s insane to me that some people aren’t reminded that they’re on their period every second of it is crazy to me
I-well, I have to go to school on mine, but I also swim every day, and though I’d love to be lying in bed, I can attest to the fact, that at least for me, moving around and exercising really helps with discomfort.
I did a dance show for two weeks whilst on my period. Was tough!
Maggie Slater unfortunately the real world does not care if one has endo. No matter how your period is you still have to get up and go to work. It sucks but luckily there is treatment out there for endo and it helps a lot.
This was a year ago... I wonder if Saf is still using the diva cup. Would love to see that video! Along with other menstrual tries
I've had mine 16 years and counting
Hopefully she gave it a shot for a few months... I found I got so much better at changing it and even having strategies for multi-stall public restrooms after using it for a while. It’s life changing to me as a 40+ woman since it’s sooooo much better than dealing with tampons or pads! My adult daughter taught ME about them a couple years ago and I’d never use anything else now.
I've been using mine for years. Best product I've tried, including a few cups, Thinx, tampons, etc. I would also say that you don't need to WASH wash it between emptying it out during your flow, just once a day or so. If you're in a public restroom, just dump it into the toilet (WHY WOULD YOU GO TO THE SINK?) and wipe it off.
@@AmyDangRabbit thanks for the comment. I'm also in my 40s and still have issues with leakage when I wear pads and tampons, as I just never know what kind of period I'm going to have. Perimenopause stinks in that respect!
@@keeslover777 I'm a heavy bleeder too. I've bought the Thinx Underwear that I wear during that week and it has help TREMENDOUSLY. Especially when I know I can't get to the bathroom for the next :30 or so.. I dont worry about the leakage.
as a pad girl, these scare me
Same here
For sure my first time trying a tampon was TARIFYING so first of I already hate the idea of putting something open there so... I got it in there wrong and I could feel it and I had a panic attack
Ikr. Tho I hate the feeling of being wet, I'll put up with it against fear LMAOO
Same, but I’m getting my first cup soon. I’m trying to be more conscious of waste and spend less money, so a cup seems great and learning about it beforehand helps
same 🥲
I love how okay with this Tyler is. He's just like 'look at that period product that's cool'. Ya know?
KylaW yes I was looking for this comment why aren't more people talking about this
Saf and Tyler's relationship is what I hope my future relationships are like.
"Oh hey, you're on your period? Want some chocolate?"
because its not that amazing, most of the people are like this lmao
Wait this is not common? I thought as a couple in a serious relationship, you can talk about period causally. All my exes helped me getting my pads from the stores when I needed them.
JoiGaJoy It really should be seen as a common/normal thing, but lots of girls expect to get shunned by males for period talk because lots of guys think it's "nasty". Sadly.
I know this video is ancient now. But pro tip- don't use the nub to pull it out. Squeeze the body of the cup to break the seal then pull it out. Many cups are designed with ribs at the bottom for this exact reason. Pulling a giant- well-sealed- suction cup out of you is not easy lol. That makes the removing process less than a minute
Thank you trying it today for the first time 1/10/20.
Used this tip the second time using the cup and took my removal time down from 30 minutes (ouch) to 30 seconds. Thanks from one internet stranger to another!
@@Intuition_Like-A_River How'd it go Heather!?
Britney Brown easy peasy 😂🌈🌻🌹❤️💙
That's what I do as well I honestly just cut the nubs off of mine 🤷♀️
Hi!! So some tips from a cup veteran:
1. Do NOT pull the cup out by the stem. The stem is there so you can gently rock it back and fourth to get it to a point where you can pinch the sides to break the seal. You have to keep it pinched the entire time you pull it out.
2. If the diva cup is a little too out of reach, there are hundreds of other brands you can try! Every vagina is different so your first cup probably won’t be your glass slipper.
3. When you boil, place it inside of a whisk so it doesn’t rest on the bottom of the pot, it’ll keep it from burning 🔥
4. You can wipe the cup with toilet paper in public stalls and put it back in as long as your hands are clean and you wash it as soon as you can 🚰
& last but not least, the first fold the box was showing you is the punch down fold, when done correctly it’s 100x easier to put in rather than the c-fold. Happy cupping!!! 💓
Caitlin Ferguson yes! I have used a cup for over half a decade and this is 100% the way.
Yes! Thank you!
Happy cupping lol
YES!
As for me, I actually cut the stem or else it would stick out. I guess I have a low cervix. x)
I've always been curious to try the MeLuna cup, has anyone tried it and loved it?
I actually do some kind of "7" fold with my cup. This one with the punch down fold are my favourites.
If anyone is curious to know more about menstrual cups, check out the youtube channel Precious Stars Pads. The girl reviews so many different types of menstrual cups, it's really cool and she's the one who actually convinced me to get one. Been using the cup for about 4 years now and I love it! (Even though I still get surprised by that little punch in the gut you get when it pops open haha)
Honestly you just saved my life. I'm using a menstrual cup for the first time atm and getting it out for the first time was freaking me out, took me like 15 minutes cause I didn't know you had to keep it pinched the whole time 😥
I'm just so impressed she got it so fast on her first try
She uses tampons so she is probably used to putting stuff up there.
So true I had a lot of trouble doing it the first few times
I had to try for several months until I realised how to correctly insert it
Right?? Took me multiple cycles to perfect my technique and stay completely calm
Ok ladies, I respect you even more. Jeeze the struggle of being a girl!
Fernando Hernandez true
Fernando Hernandez you don’t know what we go through thx for the respect
:) we need more men like you.
Fernando Hernandez what made you watch this though?
@@whatamidoingwithmylife7362 he didnt claim to.....
So jealous of those girls who have like 3 to 4 day long periods
because its shorter
I wish
I used to get a full period but now I have the Mirena IUD I get a light to medium period that lasts about 3 days.
I have a friend who has no acne, her skin never gets shiny, and her periods are painless and 4 days long.
I envy the living shit out of her, yet again she struggles with her hair and eyelashes and all drying out. I guess that's why I should be happy with having oily skin and hair, despite the damn zits.
I used to have a 7 day long period, but now I have 3 day long period but a really heavy flow, and painfull cramps...
The diva cup also won’t give you toxic shock syndrome like tampons can which is amazing! I was seeing a pelvic floor therapist for a while and she suggested the diva cup to me. You have to do kegel exercises to push it down before you pull it out, it helps lower it to grab it easier. But having to practice kegels really strengthens the pelvic floor which can prevent a lot of pain associated with periods, sex and pregnancy. Would be awesome for you to do a video where you see a pelvic floor therapist because there is so much to learn! Love your videos, Saf! Keep on keeping on!!!
Madison Flores eh well i actualy did get incredibly ill when i used it, i was delirious and throwing up loads even 10 minutes after i took it out... never heard of anyone else getting this so im kinda bumbed out about it failing for me
It might not be TSS, it could have been that you were sick with a virus or something at the same time. :(
Emilee L. Nah it was instantly aftee puttinf it in and went away 10 mins after i took it out
Rebecca Stewart I can’t have been TSS. It does not go away in 10 min. But you can get it from the diva cup, but it’s less likely.
Rebecca Stewart Are you allergic to silicon?? I'm not sure that would even give a reaction like that though. Hmm maybe research getting sick from mentstral cup and see if anything pops up. But TSS doesn't go away in 10 min..it puts you in the hospital and can kill you and you will most likely have to get limbs removed. It's a very serious thing.
When dying, curled in a ball on my period, I always watch Safiya's period videos because they make me feel so much more comfortable and normal feeling. The fact that she is so open and chill about everything is so cool to me...
I feel that big time. The pain of mine is almost unbearable, and it sucks really bad
A bit random but did you heard of "Endotrimiose" (idk the english word) is a few years late but it is a illness, because of that your period hurts more than the average
Menstrual cups definitely have a learning curve involved (regarding insertion, knowing how long to keep it in, and removal) but I swear by mine. It’s cleaner, easier and in the long run, cheaper. I’ve been using mine for almost three years and I’ll never go back to tampons.
I also read an article that said that you can learn a lot about your health based on your period so it’s nice to keep an eye on the texture and amount (sorry if that’s tmi or gross)
I feel more educated now.
Can you pee with the cup?
Michela Ferlito yes. It’s up far enough where it doesn’t affect your ability to pee
7BearSarah okay Thank you
Yes - although some people (myself included) find that sometimes peeing feels harder, like the cup is cutting off the flow (like stepping on a garden hose?) - I was waiting for Safiya to mention it, but she never seemed to have that problem - everyone is different!
Ladies, break the seal before taking it out. It’s way easier and more comfortable to remove that way. That helped me a ton.
Exactly. The thought of people just trying to yank it out by the stem when still fully suctioned to your cervix made me cross my legs. Yikes
sorry I'm slow, what do u mean by seal?
@@sleyyyyla if you have it in when you reach in to take it out instead of pulling the stem reach to the base and "pinch, squeeze, fold( whatever word you want to use)" and it "breaks the seal" and it's much easier to pull out. I've had mine for over 3 years and I refuse to go back to anything else. I too do not like the feeling of the flow coming out.
Thank you
@@richardgenegrove hey this is actually a pretty good description for a guy. good job!
I saw a video showing how to wash it in a public stall, the girl brought a water bottle and rinsed it out with that in the stall, reinserted it, then said to clean it more thoroughly when you get home! I thought it was a pretty solid way to clean it inconspicuously.
I love how she's so chill and normal about her period. That's how things should be really
Reading the comments has made me seriously worried. So many young women who don't know their anatomy. They should be teaching this in school. And their parents are lacking. But I am also very proud of the women who were kind and took time to explain that women have a vaginal canal and a urethra. And to all the girls, never be embarrassed or ashamed of your menses. Be proud and get informed.
I don't know this YTer, but I do know a similar one to her has MANY fans 7-20 years old. I did not learn about my body until I was 11. The RUclipsrs are not entirely dissimilar, so perhaps it's a lot of young fans.
Jamaican Rain at 11 you should know your female anatomy. I'm sorry that's just my opinion. And I doubt a 7 year old would be watching such videos.
You don't have to be sorry - that's when I said I learned it, lol and I agree with that age. I was in a haze before 11, lol. 7-10 year olds certainly watch the other YT'ers videos. They just want to be like their favorite pretty RUclipsr and know what they know and be like them when they can live on their own. And parents don't take their kids out or get them involved (or involved with them online) all too often. :-/
They do explain it, but not in great detail. It can leave many not fully educated. I personally had to find out based on other things on the internet.
Stewart Family not in my school
I love diva cup! I've been using one for almost 15 years now. That's 15 years of not buying tampons and pads... good for the environment, the body, and the wallet!
Ashley Redstone Yay I’m so happy to hear you’re loving it too, Ashley, I also love mine! I was just searching the Internet for how long the diva cup lasts until you need to replace it, but I didn’t get a set number. It’s more like when the cup has something weird on it like sticky or filmy spots or is super discolored (????). So I was wondering with your experience how often have you found it needs to be replaced? I’m super curious about this now and kind of concerned about when I should buy a new one... I’d love to hear your opinion thank you :)
Do you ever have to wear a liner as a backup?
@x if you have a heavy flow you'll just need to empty the cup more often. It might not fit for the night... but at least you'd cut your tampon usage during the day! There's also different sizes, however it is recommended to start with a small or medium size to get used to it... Maybe start with a medium size that you start using around the end of your period to see if you're comfortable with it (not everybody is). The cup pays for itself really quick, so even if you end up buying another, bigger one later, you should be good money-wise. Plus a smaller could be more comfortable on days with smaller flow. I'd also recommend wearing pads or period panties, especially at first, and especially with heavy flow!
@xFrom what I've read the sizes have nothing to do with flow, but with your muscles. they recommend a S for younger girls (virgins), a M for most people and a L for after giving birth. I also think there are different strenghts to it (maybe in just a few brands) being the stronger ones for more active people (such as athletes). We all think we have heavy flows, but using the cup made me realize that for most of us it actually isn't so, it's just pads and tampons aren't effective.
I had no idea they have been out for that long
You probably won't see this but it's easier to take it out if pinch the base. It causes the suction to break.
B Shepherd wouldn't that make it overflow??
Simran Possibly if you left it in for a bit too long. Pinching the tip doesn't pinch the entire cup so it shouldn't disturb the liquid inside. You really have to leave the cup in for a long time (like 18-24 hours) on a heavy cycle to have it get really full.
How do you get your two fingers up that far
SweetIvory 1203 It really isn't far at all for me. I guess everyone is different but the base of mine sits pretty low. This is why some people have to trim the little tip at the base. If it wasn't trimmed it would poke you or stick out and be uncomfortable.
B Shepherd I have to put my tampons up just a little far cuz I can painfully feel EVERYTHING just right inside my vagina
Why do I know more about saf’s period than mine
😂😂😂😂😂
And why can I relate-
Because she is comfortable with her body, and has learned something about it. We have a body that should not be a mystery to us, but our friend we care about and take good care of, and learn about.
Ikr
The Diva is so good after that initial first week. Your diva and your lady bits get used to each other, and then every month following is honestly a party. Bless the Diva Cup. Changed my life.
“Wow this is a pretty hands on project” 😂
Jackie Frech haha
First..... As a man I'm not sure why I watched this video. I suppose as a married man with 3 daughters I feel a need to stay informed. Then, I made it to 7:00 where you plan to go work out. I'll need to build courage for a few days before I will come watch what happened. Great video and kudos for the frankness and humor. It really helped.
Steve you're a good dad wanting to learn. When I started my period my dad was the only one home and after he raised 4 other girls he knew what to say & get to help me. You deserve dad of the year award!
I think this is one of the cutest replies I've seen in a while!! there's almost an innocence in this honestly
You're awesome man lol. Kudos to you, takes a brave man to be able to watch this I know to be honest it actually was rather difficult for me to even watch this lol not sure why maybe it's because this seems horrible to me.
That's the cutest thing I've seen all day oml
did you ever come back to the video
As a male subscriber of yours I just want to say that I love that you are confident with yourself and not afraid to talk about menstrual cycles. Many women were told they shouldn't say anything about it and keep quit but that is wrong. Thank you for being yourself.
‘Hello Diva Cup, are you in there?’
Tyler~~ 8:24
I just love rewatching these and seeing what a great husband he will be....
*is
Been using diva cup for like five years now! It def took 3 periods for my to fully get comfortable with putting it in and removing it but now that I got it I’ll never go back!
you are a genius ! XD
If you're buying a cup please sterilise it before use! You don't know where it's been. So boil it, or use a safe sterilising fluid (we have Milton in UK and Ireland). Sterilise before use, for every cycle.
A lot of people have given good tips on how to use them here, definitely trim the stem to a comfortable level asap.
Make sure to squeeze the base of the cup to release suction before removal or you might hurt yourself! And yep if the suction isn't released then it can wriggle back up.
I've read before positioning is super important, if you leak all the time you may not be aligning properly with your cervix. It takes some time :)
Also, when inserting or removing, SQUAT! Then after a while you'll get used to doing it on the loo. And I would recommend always inserting it while wet, much easier... i know.
Think of the amount of waste you're NOT adding to landfills all the while - and money saved longterm - it's a bit tricky at first but so worth it.
robynh trying mine for the first time. I want to trim the stem but i need to make sure it’s in the right spot so i know where to trim it... i feel like it might be awhile before I get it perfect 😂
I got a much bigger one for my size by seller's fault. Will it stretch me out? I'm scared because I'm really petty
@@Wizardwiwizard it may be uncomfortable - i'm not sure about stretching, but i know the larger sizes are suggested for women over 30 and women who have had children. Try it out, it might be okay! Perhaps if it doesn't form a seal properly, get the smaller one :)
@@robynhab ik that's why I'm afraid, I'm 26 and really small and I'm using it 😭😭😭😭 it's pretty expensive here so i can only afford 1 (damn you seller!! ). I'm trying it and it actually makes me abit nauseous. And it hurt like hell the putting in process. Sigh. But I'm powering it through. Just a week won't be enough to stretch me out right 😭😭😭
It's not going to stretch you out, if my five kids didn't stretch me out that little cup isn't going to. That's not the way vaginas work. Besides, the cup is flexible and conforms to your body.
I’m getting a diva cup soon, hoping it works well, tampons kinda hurt sometimes (they dry me out sometimes and it hurts)
And pads just feel so gross like a diaper, and it’s so messy
Update: it’s my second day of using it, and I love it! No leaks so far, I’m getting used to putting it in and taking it out without pain.
Hey sorry for the tmi but how did u know how far up to put it ? That’s the only part I’m confused about
I feel that. I wanna get one cause tampons can be a bit uncomfortable cause they also dry me out. I hate pads too cause of the drop thing and I just don’t like feeling all wet. I’m hoping to get a cup soon
@@kenzienettleton6184 try inserting your finger to feel the cervix and then put the cup's top in up there up to the point you had measured
I'm trying a menstrual "disc" this cycle and it's pretty good too if you like the cup. You insert it pretty differently but it's still 12 hours and the main difference is it's deeper inside (so you can woohoo) and there's NO vacuum of suction. The one I'm using is Nixit, cups scare me lol.
this is a weird explanation but i put mine far enough to where the muscle holds it in. it’s in the right spot if it isn’t uncomfortable but you are/can be still kind of aware that it’s there
It's so cute how your boyfriend understands everything you say about your period ☺️ that's true love
Gracie Morse or a gynecologist... 🙄
Ananya M. Hahahaha
Its not "cute", its really awfull that there are 451 people that think is cute for your boyfriend to understand everything about your period and its cute about it. Thats how it SHOULD be.
not really
Yeah, all men should 100% understand periods.
I have very irregular periods, but I love that I can just pop my cup in when I feel like I might be starting and not waste anything if it doesn't come. Additionally, I am in the military and that requires me to be away from home and away from places where I can pick up products as needed. It's a great space saver as far as packing and helps keeps things much fresher for longer. Since I started with a menstrual cup , I haven't looked back. I wish that this was something I could have told my high school self. It would have given me more confidence in school.
me too, before, using tampons, i remember the pain of pulling out a dry tampon...::shudders:: never again.
Amen. I feel way more protected and don't have spillage at all. This thing is incredible.
Also, thank you for your service!
Menstrual cups on deployment are amazing!
You make a good point but can you plug a bullet wound with a diva cup tho? Haha :p
Just curious, What about if/when youre in the field? Do you find it possible to keep it clean?
Why would you have confidence problems because of periods? 😅😶😮
Ran into one of her videos and I've been watching for hours. I usually get bored but I'm in love with her! She just so real. Thanks for keeping people like me entertained with real life shit!
CRYSTAL BROWN I am having that exact same experience now and agree 100%. ☺️
I'm on my third day of binging and haven't gotten bored! Saf is real and hilarious.
Safiya: *Skips rotation step*
The Diva Cup and period blood: So....you have chosen death.
What is the rotation step for? I use pads, so I don't have any idea
Lovi Vargas,
It’s to suction the cup to the vaginal walls. Without the suction it might leak.
Not gonna lie. I don’t rotate my cup and it works fine. It’s to make sure that you have a suction. After you insert it pull on the stem. If you feel resistance you’re good to go!
@@annabellaadams6438 same
@@lavenderhazel5125 I just fisiccally check the cup is in the right place
I'd just like to add some tips/info here:
1. If it pops up/fully expands after you insert it, you probably have good suction. Trust me, it's a good thing if you don't have to fiddle with it a lot! It's always good to rotate it to get it extra secure though.
2. I like to cut the stem on mine, sometimes it can stick out a little too much and often when you "feel" the diva cup, you're actually just feeling the stem. Others express discomfort in this area and it's worth trying.
3. You don't have to walk to the sink to rinse it out every time. This would be super awkward/impractical to do in a public restroom, and if you're having a heavy day no one wants to do that lol. Just remove it as usual, pour the blood into the toilet, wipe the cup with toilet paper, and reinsert. It's no different than a tampon, and is actually (in my experience) a lot less messy than a tampon.
I guess there's a little bit of a learning curve for everyone, but after you get used to it (which imo happens really fast!) it doesn't take more than a couple seconds to insert/remove. I'd also like to add that I experience significantly less cramping with a cup! They're really so great, they're a lot more comfortable and clean than tampons/pads.
innewlight
Thanks! I could use this information in the future :-)
innewlight I want to try one so bad but it "scares" me to death
innewlight
Yes! Dance around for a bit till it "pop"s open.
It's an interesting feeling
Even after I've been using it for 10 years
Phi Young it is a weird feeling, it makes me jump every time xD
Thanks!
I love those videos 'bout period. She's so comfortable and so confident while she speaks of her period
As as former tampon girl, I couldn’t be prouder of Saf for trying the Diva Cup. I will say that anyone making the switch should consider that it usually takes ~3 cycles to fully master it. It all depends on how comfy you are with your body/your menstrual blood and the amount of patience you have with yourself. But once you get it, it’s everything. I’m now a diva cup + period panties girl and I’d never go back.
lol I'm actually scared of sticking anything up there.. I don't even use tampons lmao how am I ever gonna have sex and reproduce
Same hahaha
don't have sex then
권화사님 EXO-L 안녕하세요! 💕
Faithtasticness i have sex and im still scared of tampons 😂
Ellie Best it's worth discovering what your body is like downstairs, especially if you start a sexual relationship with someone. there's nothing wrong with knowing your body even if you don't want to use tampons
I love so much that Tyler was just chill with the cup being put in the cereal bowl :D It was, of course, clean but I love an evolved man!
The first time I used my cup, and went to take it out, I could not find it and I started freaking out a little bit that it was lost up there forever. When I read the instructions for getting it out, it literally said "do not panic" haha. But once I got used to it, I love it. I've kept it in closer to 24 hours on my light days.
Not to be nosy but how did you get it out? Seems scary lol
How did you get it out?
@@ashleywilliams9732 just squat a little and you will be good! Also don't rip it by stem. Move it left to right gently and then remove it.
Edit: you are never going to lose your cup inside your vagina because due to gravity as it gets heavy, it will be easier for you to remove. Hope that helps
Lmao EXACT SAME THING happened with me! And I looked at the website and it said “do not panic” lmao so I stopped panicking. I just squatted while showering and pulled it out by the bottom of the cup, not the stem. And then after that, I just didn’t insert it as high. Hope that helps!
Leaving any product in place vaginally (diaphragm, cup, tampon) for more than, at the very most, 8 hours (preferably 4) is extremely dangerous. Look up "toxic shock."
3:47 I love how she says THE towel, because us girls know exactly about that. 😂 My boyfriend was like, 'Why you putting a towel on the bed?'
I sleep on a beanbag, so i can’t put stuff under me
My mother quilted a denim pad out of worn out blue jeans for me that I have used for years. :)
@@kennashey that sounds uncomfortable?
@@kennashey damn talk about rug burn
My bf is great about this kind of stuff. I had my menstrual cup on the bathroom counter drying after boiling it after my period and he put it on top of a toilet paper roll to make a rocket. What a guy. The blood doesn't freak him out at all, as he says "it's just blood."
hold onto him haha
Does he have a brother i cant even last my own blood
Edit:wow ive got like 50 likes
My boyfriend is the same ahahhahaa he’s just so curious about everything because he genuinely wants to know how to help me
Keep him he sounds sweet 😊
I was first embarrassed to show my husband any blood. Then one time I was bleeding so bad that I could hear it just near-pouring into the toilet I sat on. (Basically consistent drips.) And he opened the door and asked how I was doing. I flipped out, figuring he shouldn't see anything. And then he asked me to wipe, I did. He waited a minute and asked me again, sure enough there was tons of blood again. I was ashamed to show him but he said, "I don't care. It's just blood from a wound inside you. And I'd like to know when you're bleeding too much."
im so glad that we can talk about stuff like this now
' me too i'm glad women and girls are confident about this now :)
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Pads are actually better in my opinion because it's comfortable to wear. And about the cramps....Idk u deal with this but it doesn't stay forever I guess :) . It's ok u should change 3-4 hours everytime so I guess it's ok to me. I don't mind changing it everytime. So ya I m pad gang.
safiya has a face of a model and im not even lying like she does
I use the Lena cup personally, because it's more flexible and therefore easier to get in! It's also like half the price of the diva cup. It takes a little while to get used to insertion/removal, but now it's pretty much as easy as putting in a tampon for me. just takes a little practice! I also love that you NEVER have to worry about TSS, and silicone is poreless, so as long as you take care of it, it's totally sanitary!
Julie Norcross I use the Lena too! Are you a follower of precious stars? She’s who introduced me to reusable products
This sucks but...you can still get TSS...www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4556184/
Diva cup is fine after the first two cycles. I’ve never had an issue inserting but it was hard to take it out in the beginning. But tss is extremely rare anyway.
I just got a Lena cup! So far it’s working great!
You do realize that the article says she caused an abrasion which could have introduced the staph infection? And that she had a medical history of heavy menstrual bleeding that would have given the bacteria a better environment? And that the article doesn't describe how she used the product? Likely scenario: product or hands weren't washed appropriately, picked up staph infection which was introduced through the abrasion and multiplied because of chronic menorrhagia. The cup isn't an exacerbating factor like a tampon is.
i don't think using the diva cup for one single period is enough to have a defined opinion on it. For me, the first two times it was messy and hard, and it all made me reconsider using it in the first place. However, the more I used it, the more I loved it! putting it on and taking it off gets easier and easier until it only takes you seconds. Once you get the hang of it, you can't feel it at all inside you, as well. All I can say to someone considering using it is to not give up, even when it seems hard. I swear it is worth it.
Yes! Life changing once you get used to it.
is it okay to use if you're a virgin?
@@kaideloscope of course dear!
I made the mistake of running a 10k, on my second month with the cup. 😵
@@EricaQuiroz heya! I'm a long time user of the cup and I love it! I found it difficult the first couple of months, so don't give up! A couple of tips I found helpful, whichever way you fold it choose the one that it seems to "pop open" easiest from once you insert it. Trying different ways of folding it helps, and I've also had friends say that some times using a little water based lubricant on the interior of the cup can help with this, because it reduces friction and the cup sort of 'catching' on itself, especially as you're learning to use it. This second one is kinda weird but it helps, once it "pops open" you can kinda "burp" the seal if you squish it with your finger once it's in, and it seems to help seal it better to the inner walls and there's a little bit of a suction feeling (not painful) this can also help you kinda feel it "pop open". Also make sure you've purchased the right size for you, there are two sizes and ignore what they say about age/having given birth=sizing, and go with the one that fits and feels right for you. Hope this helps, and if you don't like the Diva but you like cups, there are other cups available on the market that you can try, even disposable ones.
Could you imagine trying to insert and remove the diva cup with acrylic nails? 😬
Wow. I ordered one (I live in a different country) and I have naturally long nails so I'm curious
New ombre manicure! 😂
You’re actually not supposed to have acrylic nails to remove or even insert the menstrual cup
Lol, I have acrylics and I manage ok. You just have to like...dig them into the cup a little. Make sure they can’t scratch you.
Omg! Slash and dash cut another hole in your ass! Not cool.
I love how she isn't embarrassed at all and normalizes periods. I get so nervous I will bleed through and she is like, "IM ON MY PERIOD!!!!!" I majorly respect her for this
Holy cow, during the course of this 13 minute video, I literally started to feel period cramps start coming on out of nowhere, and by the end of it I actually began my period. What is this.
Period curse video
Was this your first peroid?
Nadia Horn No, I've been having my period for 13 years now! Haha
Conspiracy theories!!! 😮😶😅😅
Heather Sowards This is very awkward for me XD IDK why
Hopefully you read this! The bubble feeling is because there are two air holes in the top of the cup! That's designed to let air out of the cup as it fills, because the blood slowly going in the cup is obviously going to push air out the way! So the holes let out the spare air😂which is what calls a "bubbling" sensation!
Omg this makes me feel better!! The bubbling and air feeling are the only part of the cup that I really have an issue with. I'm scared of getting an embolism (you know that thing where air gets trapped in you and you die)!! So it has a way to leave so that won't happen!
Samantha Darling embolism is an air bubble in your bloodstream... There's no way it can get in there unless you get an injection with significant air in there... Definitely not from your period... Air gets in there all the time with insertion...
there is zero way you can get an air embolism from a diva cup or form a tampon for that matter. Air gets in your vagina all the time from all manner of activities (sex and masturbation included). Its when air is in a vein that it is deadly.
im glad to hear that lol
i guess my health education was lacking lol
TIPS:
--It's easier to put in wet! You don't need a special lube or anything, but a quick rinse if you haven't already rinsed it is very helpful.
--Conversely, it's easier to take out dry. By this I mean make sure your hands and the little nub for grabbing are as dry as possible. I'll often use a single square of toilet paper to aid in the grabbing of the lil nub. If the nub is uncomfy for you after a trial period, just cut it off and know it'll be a little harder to remove going forward.
--While you can absolutely wear it for 12 hours, it will also start to leak when it's full, no matter what hour that is. If you have a very heavy flow, take it out and dump it. It's a cup not a plug so it can runneth over. Wear a liner/dark undies if you have a heavy flow.
--When you pour it into the toilet try to pour it into the water, the blood on the side of the bowl doesn't always flush easily. But also, pour slowly so it doesn't splash.
--If you ever drop it in the toilet or tbh anywhere, please boil it.
--If you ever have to change it in public, strategize: If there are no single stall restroom available, it's ok. Take it out and wipe it off, wrap it in TP, put a lil TP in your undies and go rinse it off. Go back in the stall and put it back in. Yes, It'll be inconvenient and take longer than a tampon. It's worth it.
Claire Miller can you feel it in there?
@@sarahbrugman8358 usually at first, and if it's not properly inserted you can feel it. But as it warms up w body heat it settles into place in a couple minutes
Claire Miller Thank You!
Sarah Brugman all this is great advice! I want to add that keeping a Ph balanced cleaner (Summers Eve - unscented) on hand is a good idea. Boiling works but I think of it as more of the ‘oops’ option like Clair said.
And skip the rotation step if you get a cup.
If you dont feel the ‘pop’ then just run a finger around the outside of the cup and apply gentle pressure until you feel the ‘pop’ - or until you feel the cup is unfurled. It feels a little odd at first but it gets really unnoticeable fast. And I also suggest inserting/removing the first few times while relaxed and in the shower.
I've definitely watched her "period series" a few times, I'm wondering if she had continued to use these products and what was the perfect combo she would use for the first half and last half of her monthly. Maybe one day there will be a followup video! One can hope :)
Just put in my first menstrual cup. I feel like a cabinet.
Gold star comment right there lol!! 😂
HAHAHA
how was it? omg I didn't realize that my comment is exactly a week later lol
@@emilydodd3587 It was... scary. 😪
xious r did you like it??
I use a Ruby Cup (bonus: they donate a cup to a girl in a place where access to menstrual stuff isn't super common, so she can go to school all month and graduate), and it has a significantly longer stem, which also has grippy nubs, so getting a good hold is easy. Pulling it straight out, you'll be fighting suction, kind of like pulling your rain boot straight up out of the mud. If you tilt it and scoot one spot of the rim around, you can break the suction, and pulling it out becomes a LOT easier.
Also, great job keeping a clear cup clear!
I've been using my menstrual cup for about 7 months now. It took me 3 months to get comfortable with it, with no leaks and all. But I had to understand my period first, and my body. There are a lot of ways to fold it, you should try others and choose your favorite :D
Also, I boil my cup once a month, right before my period starts, it's what I've been told to be correct. But since I started using it, I fell in love and won't go back to tampons or pads hahaha
Gabriela Pedroso me too! It took me a while but now it's my best friend lol!
It's my favorite thing. I have a really heavy flow but mine has never leaked.
Brand?
Apsari Dessia mine is a Brazilian brand, Korui. It's perfect for me! :)
Gabriela Pedroso there’s a diva cup wash and even tablets if you want to wash it daily or just can’t get to a pot of boiling water. :)
Saf: as a tampon girl, I’m excited.
Me: as a cup girl, I am proud.
CUUUTE!
I’ve been using a menstrual cup for over 8 years and here’s a few things I’ve learned. I preferred the Sckoon cup to the Diva cup.
1- I’ve never needed to boil it. I just washed it with warm water and soap.
2- In public bathrooms I just emptied it and put back until I got home when I could wash it.
3- You can also keep some wipes with you when you have to change it in public.
It’s important to remember that your menstrual fluid is sterile unless you have some kind of infection. So, it’s okay to just empty and put it back while I’m public. It does take some getting used to but once you get the hang of it they’re awesome especially because you can see how much it coming out. This actually helped me a lot because I developed Addemyosis and my OB was able to diagnose me quicker since I could tell her exactly how much I was losing.
Whaaat this thing have been out more that five yeara ago?! How did I just found this now?! Where have i been living?! Wtf... and btw thank you for your tips
I've heard about the menstrual cup just only 3 years ago! Well, at least there are many choices and reviews out on the market
You’re welcome! I loved mine. Not only is it a lot less stressful the amount of money and waste I saved over these years is amazing. I had a hysterectomy two months ago so I won’t need it but I still have the experience. Lol I learned about through a Crunchy Mama group after having baby #2.
With what kind of soap do you wash a menstrual cup?
You do need to boil it. Water and soap does not remove all the germs, and you need to sterilise it like she did regularly!
Wow 2.7k👎?
Why?
This is actually informative and helpful coz she didn't just ty it, but experimented on its limits
Via Marie Sekine and it’s entertaining to watch for some strange reason because I hadn’t started and even when I had, I didn’t wear tampons let alone a diva cup 😂
No that’s just the eight year olds thinking this is sexual.... and yes I look like an eight year old but I am not I have started my period and is 12 shut up if you think I’m just a kid and haven’t gone through life struggles yet
I think the people who disliked this just were uncomfortable. Idk. But that's not really a reason to dislike the video though.
Via Marie Sekine Yeah, why did they dislike it
A possibility of why people disliked this is because they might be the type of people that believe that women should not talk about their period, and should be embarrassed by it. Totally uncool, since it's a natural thing that happens to women.💁
I'm so glad you liked the diva cup! I'm obsessed w mine I've been using it for almost a year now and I will never ever go back to tampons! I love how it's so Eco friendly, so reliable and leak proof, comfortable and it's a steep price at first but in the long run it really does save a lot of money!
DreamerForever I don't even know which hole it should go In ☹️
radioactive ood wow thats so sad :(
Yea it is a steep price, luckily there are a ton of cheaper cups that last just as long and have a bigger variety when it comes to size, shape, and firmness. Many of which are on amazon.
I also use my Lunette Cup for half a year now and you reall get used to putting the cup in and getting it out with each period and it just gets easier and easier. Also since I´m moving out this summer I´m really glad that I don´t have to buy tampons every month and can save money this way.
All these comments are totally making me want to go out and buy one! I'm a 100% tampon girl, but this just seems logical haha. Does anyone know how long the cup lasts? Like can you use the same one for 6 months/a year/even longer? X
To test if it's got good suction, feel around the edge for dips and lightly tug the stem to see if theres any resistance.
To take it out, pinch the base to break the suction and slowly pull out in the shower/over the toilet.
I can’t figure out how to get it open when it’s inside. I tried to rotate it, pull on it. It just will not open!
I love my Diva cup. I just got it last month but I had zero problems with it. The rotation makes it so the cup is fully expanded and "suctioned", I guess but the instruction manual also says that you can just use a finger to push aside the inner tissue to ensure that there's room for it to fully expand and then wiggle it a bit and it does the same thing.
There's less odour, less waste, and a lower chance of toxic shock syndrome. Plus, the long wearing time is great! And it saves money in the long run too!
Yes, you should be able to. Here's a link to their website, explaining their different "sizes": divacup.com/how-it-works/sizing/
Also, there's a section on this page divacup.com/moms/ about the hymen/virginity and the use of the diva cup.
One thing that you might want to keep in mind is that insertion may be a little bit more difficult, until your body adjusts to the cup but the vaginal muscles are designed to stretch and then return back to normal so it won't "stretch you out" or anything.
Anya Gandavadi i started using it when i was 13 and virgin so there's no problem there
you should still be able to. relaxing your vaginal muscles has nothing to do with being a virgin or not. the only thing is you might be scared/nervous as a lot of people are (even if they're not virgins) and that might tense up your muscles & make it more difficult. Relax, understand your body, and use a smaller cup. There's different brands.
I'm that one 'horror' story. I'm 16 and also still a virgin. I've used tampons for about a year now and it's always been comfortable besides for a slight mishap my first time using it. When I went to put the diva cup it it was extremely painful. It took me about 30 min the first time with terrible pain the whole time and then once I finally got it in (after coconut oil lube) I felt in no longer. I was in for a whammy when I attempted to remove it. It was pulling but not to painful until it was almost out and I thought I was going to pass out. The pain was so severe I had to take a break and try again. The pain hasn't left anytime I remove it and I just have to pull as hard as I can as quickly as I can. I love it when it's in but insertion and removal are horrible.
nah mate I've never used a tampon/diva cup in my life. Too scared to stick it up there
*everyone saying tampons are amazing*
*me sitting in the corner burning all tampons and holding pads like their my babies*
honestly relatable. all these comments are saying if it hurts then you're doing it wrong, but for me that wasn't the case. tampons hurt a lot and i can't wear them. one time i tried to put one in after multiple tries, finally got it in correctly, stood up and immediately cried my eyes out and fell down because of the sharp pain. some of us literally can't insert them. i have to use pads. all the same people praising tampons say that pads are like diapers, but in reality if you have the correct pad for your body shape/flow it shouldn't be visible and you shouldn't be able to feel it.
TAMPONS MAKE ME CRAMP LIKE A CRAMPING CRAMPER WHO CRAMPS!!! I can insert them without pain (though I can always feel them in there), but the freaking CRAMPS. The only going explanation I've ever found is some reproductive systems are laid out in a way that if you use a tampon it will sit against the cervix and cause pain. Other people's vaginal canals are slightly different lengths and shapes, so that's why it hurts in some and not in others.
I’m 14 and I’ve never started my period and people say omg tampons are the best and others say they hurt so I’m scared to death
@@tay5327 They hurt for some and they don't hurt for others. It all depends on the person because bodies are different. So if they do hurt for you? That's normal. And if they don't? That's also normal! Either way it's okay and there's no need to be scared.
My period is so bad i cant use cups or tampons
When you have the subtitles on, the intro just says -dank music-
Ashlyn Sheesley 😂😂
The one time I have subtitles on I see “dank music”
Lmao
I love how relaxed and normal you talk about periods. So many people hardly talk about it, and if they do, they put it in a video and edit it in a way that makes it seem like it’s taboo and apologize for bringing it up, but you were so casual & unapologetic about it, which is super refreshing to see so thank you!
I bloody love you.
was that a pun? if it was then WOW.
That pun made me cringe and laugh at the same time.
Lucy Button Hello Ron Weasly :D
Lucy Button haha
Oh bloody hell! Why would you make that pun?
The way how I'm scrolling through this video to see who's on there period rn. I'm 12 and still I'm uncomfortable with my period as it has only been a year since I first got it. People like Saf inspire me to be more confident as she expresses how she feels, and also how other women feel... But I'm too scared to tell anyone as I think they might judge me 😞😞 Thx Saf for making me just that little bit more confident about my body.
Zodiac// you'll get used to it and it'll become a normal part of your monthly routine.
Zodiac// I also got my period at a young age(like, 10 or 11), and I was pretty much a third to halfway done with puberty by the time the others in my class started going into puberty. So I know how it feels to feel like you are different, or to be afraid to tell anyone. Honestly, even now, that basically everyone in my class has gotten their period and are all experiencing puberty, I am still not comfortable talking about it, at least not directly. However, know that it is all natural and that they'll all catch up! And if you can talk about it with your parents, then you'll be fine. Sorry for the long rant, and if it was completely off topic, I apologize...😅
Zodiac// 13 and no period chachinnng
Mine came back as the IUD time ran out (as expected) but even though I haven't replaced it I don't have cramps like I did before I got it. Fingers crossed it stays that way.
trust us, you get used to it! After all, you'll have it every month until you're in your 40s or 50s. Once you and all the girls you know that are around your age have all started it won't be such a huge deal! All women go through this, don't worry about it!
It always amazes how bad I felt about my period when I used tampons and pads (emotionally), how badly I cramped and how bad the really big cysts on my ovaries ached (physically) and how much I cursed the fact I had a period (spiritually), fr I hated it. I've been using a diva cup for 6 years, and whenever I take a moment to look at the cup on my heaviest day, I realize I was gyped into thinking that having a period was so shameful and terrible. It's never as much blood as I think it is, even if it's still a good bit, but never even close to the brim. Hoping this video encourages more femmes with periods to try something new that can help them love their bodies more! Also that period smell is gone and I smell good all the time lol.
Adriana Cotes you are soooo right! I used it for the first time and all the issues I had during my period were eliminated or lessened.
@@shortyzangelz I surfed the comments because i love spreading the gospel of the cup (lol), and I noticed a ALOT of people saying the same thing. the bleached cotton in most pads and tampons must have some really nasty stuff if that's a common experience :/
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I literally just bought one today and tried it out and its so worth the price. I took it out wrong. Hurt real bad.
On my heaviest days, I fill the cup to the brim in 3 hours...
Tampons: scary tss
Pads: gross when u think abt it
Cups: scared it’ll get stuck
Burn the uterus (I wish)
You could just live on the toilet for a week. That would always work.
Oh wait- Responsibility
Crap
ArcherHitTheTarget ha i get it. crap
Kira Tilton Ehehehe
Kira Tilton That wasn’t even intentional lol. I just needed a more light heart word then the F word. xD
YOU ARE SO GODDAMN BEAUTIFUL WITHOUT MAKEUP
Yanni Collins ikr❤❤
OML YOU'RE RIGHT!!
She is so pretty
Yanni Collins honestly!! She looks younger too
This is the first video of hers I watched. I guess RUclips thought I needed this in my life and they were right. When she came on without make up I actually said outloud in my empty room. "Wow she's so beautiful"
My dad found out about this and he seemed terrified
Wimsem - Tekenen & Knutselen I'm a girl and I'm terrified
qazedc3 same.tho
It requires a little bit of getting used to, but it's actually quite handy if you are comfortable with getting personal with your own vagina.
I use one of those. They're not terrifying
Wimsem - Tekenen & Knutselen
Youre dutch
Fold up
Shove up
Fill up
Wash up
😂😂😂😂
this deserves more likes 😂
and find a way to fuck up even tho its this easy LMAO
Adina Watson 😂😂
Omg why is this not a menstrual cup commercial jingle? 😂
oml that sounds so frigging wroooong
;-;
**vomits**
I just got my first menstrual cup called a Saalt cup today, and so far, I'm impressed. Cramps hurt less, it sits comfortably, and holds well with my heavy flow. I do agree that taking a cup out is a bit of a situation. I had to squish mine on the side with my finger and drag it out, so it spilled everywhere. Lol. Overall though, I'm never going back to tampons unless I have to. It's so nice to feel more relaxed and not worry about just having the tampon string stain your panties or feel like you have to change it every time you pee.
*Edit: Now that it's been all day, and I've done a little extra research, I've found that if you push like you're trying to poop, it helps to get the bottom farther towards your vaginal opening and makes it soooooooo much easier to get out. You may have to do that a few times as you wiggle the cup down if you have a high cervix, or bendy vag like me. Just remember, try to relax and just be calm so your muscles don't squeeze in and fight you.
Bendy vag lmao
Thanks for the tip!
Please don’t bear down. Squat further or do other things to manipulate gravity. Bearing down too hard and too frequently can cause pelvic organ prolapse.
I love my Saalt cup! The soft one feels so comfortable and no leaks for me. I had tried Diva cup before and liked it but found it made it hard to pee 😳 Love using period panties too. So happy for both of these improvements to menstrual products!