PERIODS & TRAVEL: Things You Need To Know!!
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- Опубликовано: 27 окт 2016
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Today we talk about periods and travel! Everything from tampons to menstrual cups! I also get the chance to review the Lily Cup which I have wanted to try for a long time and it changed everything!!
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Like using my cup over other options. Except for the one time I lost my grip on the fold as I was getting ready to insert the cup. That d@mn thing sprung open and bitch slapped my tw@t! Yes, I saw stars and there were a few tears and the air turned blue with some choice words. Other than that, I would recommend them.
Haha that's happened to me XD only reason is because I took my painkillers to late and I was extremly shaky and cold
Just to add a little bit about cleaning it, in general, if you buy the correct size cup you should only need to change it once in the morning and once at night. They last around 12 hours (give or take). But if you need to clean it out in public then just pour the cup into toilet and use either tissue or water and reinsert. You can then clean it fully when you have a chance. :)
In our six month travels around Asia, I think I only had to empty/clean it out in public three times, once in Thailand, once in Cambodia, and once in Japan. I was a little worried about emptying it in Thailand and Cambodia's public toilets, but it really wasn't a big deal at all, a lot easier than I thought it was going to be.
I am confused by your channel. You make videos about traveling and adventuring, but you most of your videos are just you sitting in a room talking to a camera. TAKE THE CAMERA WITH YOU! You could be making these videos sitting in your mom's basement, make videos showing you actually travelling, not just talking about it.
Most videos show her and Scott out and about, with all the sights in each location. Those who follow her prefer a variety, not just all those sight-seeing ones, but some just sitting and talking.
Yeah, I think the video before this one showed them going to temples and tunnels that were used in the Vietnam war. I personally think that she has a good balance on her channel.
Most of her videos do show her travelling. The ones in her apartment in Chiang mai and other places where she stayed she offered tips and ideas about living/staying in those countries, and travelling advice videos. She can't be travelling every day of the year. She is also talking about a really important topic for women who travel, and she tackles it headon and with taste. Great vid!
Hahaha I clicked only to see what exactly you had to say and see if there was a funny story involved.
Good knowledge. If I'm ever traveling with someone of the opposite sex, I'll be sure to refer them to this video
You're a good man!
Laughing so hard. I refused to try cups for years. Finally a friend talked me into trying. I bought a Lunette last May, and yes, it changes your life lol. First day, insertion I tried for HOURS with c fold. Every youtube video said so easy if you know your body, with girls saying "I'm a 15 yr old virgin and it's so easy!". I've given birth 5 times, know my body well and couldn't for the life of me insert it, getting so frustrated. Seriously longest most intimate relationship since my husband died was with that damn cup. The push down fold, the one you like, I got it with that. That's the one I've been using and find it easy. Might have to try the Lilycup. I love how it compacts down.
Looking forward to using the lunette in the future once I use up all my tampons☺
Idk why guys get so grossed out whats the big deal? I'll openly talk to my female friend about period/women stuff no worries, that was very informative vid even for me as male, will be sure to pass it on lol
wolf ferguson do u know where the cups go?
Being an older person I was unaware of this lovely product. When I traveled I used tampons and made sure I had enough to last ( I had enough to supply 3 ladies). Yes I did have my period while traveling. Now in this stage of my life I don`t have to worry about that problem; Halleluiah, can I hear an Amen from the back choir. I enjoy the way you give information and get it out there even for things people don`t think about or don`t know how to ask because they may see it as personal. Thank-you!
Reminder to self....put ice cream cones on grocery list......
In Australia all we use is non-applicator... haha
GirlWithTheLotusTattoo You can get both just at Coles.
okay sorry, i'll rephrase.. I don't know anyone in Aus that uses an applicator and I wouldn't know how to
GirlWithTheLotusTattoo yeah applicators in Australia are definitely a new thing! 99% dont have applicators but thats what we grew up with so its normal to us
since when are applicator tampons new in Aus? they dont have loads of them in shops but high percentage do have them but these days its getting cut back on because of the waste factor. they are aimed at girls starting out, chicks who cant get the hang of the normal ones or at times using a non applicator tampon feel unsanitary.
Vagery Vegan I didn't mean they were new, it's just I've never heard of anyone using one and if someone handed me an applicator one I'd have no idea what to do with it haha :)
I've been using cups for a few periods now, and I'm in my 40s and since I had my son over 20 years ago I haven't been able to use tampons because of scar tissue, so I've been limited to pads - and I couldn't use pills because of my health, so even though my period was so regular I could set my watch by it, it was still annoying and impractical...
One thing I've found whilst I've been using a cup, is that it has shortened the length of my period - or more to the point, I skip my spotting days before and after... so where I used to spot for 2-3 days, bleed for 3-4 days and then spot for 1-3 days, or even spot a day, bleed a day - it ended up being 6-9 days of using pads...
after I've used the cup I'm down to 3-5 days, and NO spotting....
the reason is that because of the suction and the seal the uterus gets a helping hand in the emptying where before it just had to 'let it go' on its own.....
I love travel videos like this where you talk about personal experiences about the taboo like topics that are honestly just as important if anything more important than the typical travel advise
was on the fence for so long, hearing wonderful things about them, but not being comfortable enough to give it a go... well, just ordered it, so here we gooo!
thanks for all your awesome videos, your channel is always a blast!
YAS Ally YAS! I'm a huge fan of the cup and as traveller I recommend to all of my lady friends as well. I'm a firm believer in the "life changing" attitude you talk about. I've been using my cup for about 2 years now and I can't even imagine switching back to anything else!
For ladies like myself who have been through menopause, they also make lovely portable wine cups!!!
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They are so useful especially for travellers. So compact and easy to use!
I bought a Mooncup before going travelling for the first time. That was 10 years ago and I've never looked back. It's cheaper, safer and more environmentally friendly. I can't understand why all women don't use them.
Overland Ali these cups are becoming more known these days thanks to youtube but they first came out in the 80's and if you are aware of the history of the period...not a hot topic and horrible things were done to females. in the 80's they didnt sell well as women mainly felt the idea of having to discard the 'blood' was repulsive and obviously in the 80/90's being environmentally conscious wasnt mainstream like it is today. so since we live in todays world with people caring about the side affects of using tampon, the waste of such products, vegan aspects and not to mention the monthly cost, women are so much more open to the idea but as its a product that last 3-10yrs so companies dont see it as lucrative and you only need to buy one so im sure thats why it apares to be a new concept for most people. its something we obviously need to start openly talking about no matter who is around to hear it!
Just got my cup in the mail! I haven't got a chance to try it yet as I only get a period every three months, but I am so excited about this!
I agree - it is a game changer 100%! I wish I had known about menstrual cups earlier. I learned about them through the Precious Stars channel. Got the mooncup UK last year and it took a while to get the hang of it, but I love it and would never go back to tampons. Thank you for doing a video on this - I'm sure that there are some others who, like I was a year ago, have never heard of menstrual cups. So it's great that you put yourself out there and shared this.
I've been so excite to try these products and that coupon code may have finally motivated me to do it
I literally bought that exact same one in March and have LOVED it ever since!!!
between my cup and now adding healthy eating habits and drinking raspberry and Yogis moon tea, that time is a breeze!
Woah PT, nice that you posted this vid!
I did visa runs for 10 yrs before I could get a retirement visa in Thailand and I can tell you the time of the month was a huge concern and very inconvenient when you are using dodgy toilets( especially in border towns!)
This info should really help other gals...thanks!
I almost smiled the whole 10 hour bus ride when i finally used cup during trip
LOLove this video!! As someone who has really heavy flow and irregular periods, I've been so worried about travelling while I've been 'on' but I am so giving this a try :D Thank you!
I switched to a cup two years ago and omg best thing ever! I have both a Juju and a Lunette. Awesome! Thanks for sharing this Ally! Xx
Great video Aly! Mad props to you for doing a video on this topic, and just telling it like it is. Keep up the good work!
haha, I'd have it no other way ;)
This was an awesome video! I have used the Diva Cup for years, and it seriously saved me when my husband and I traveled around Asia for six months. I clean it out at night in the shower, and in the morning when I get up, and it was never a burden in any country, even Cambodia and Thailand where the public restrooms weren't top notch, if I had to empty it out a third time in the day(which was really rare). It made my period one less huge thing to worry about on our trip!
Love my menstrual cup! As a surfer, it is SOOO much easier to use while surfing!!
Just bought one!! I'm so intrigued to see how it changes my period experience
Haven't seen a video about this topic before but I think it's great you made one.
I loved this cup when I was travelling! Especially with the amount of night buses I went on with no toilet facilities. 1. It meant that I didn't have to worry about how many tampons/pads to pack in my bag for the journey or if I'd packed enough and 2. We never really knew when we would be stopping off at a service station etc so knowing I had the cup in and didn't have to change it as often as a tampon really put my mind at ease! Also we did a lot of water based activities when out there - E.g. Canyoning, tubing, swimming etc and with the cup in I felt so much more comfortable than if I had been wearing a tampon in the water. It really is a game changer!
Thankyou so much for the advice and discount! Postage to the UK is £11.98! I'm going to give it a go and hopefully take it on my trip next year if it works out :)
Yes! I have been using a menstrual cup for around 2 years now. My friend and I are getting ready to go on our first big adventure to Europe and I've been trying to get her to use one of these ever since we started talking about going. I can't imagine going back to tampons or pads anymore; while she is worried about how much she should pack for her period I don't have to worry because it's always with me, no matter if it's a heavy or a light day. Love it!
PS, I am taking my Psycho Traveler T-shirt with me on our trip.
Haha, I love how you welcomed the guys. "Stay! Learn something!" Great! :D
yaaaay glad you love your Lily Cup 😄 I love my Lunette
In Austria and the UK I never stumbled upon tampons with an applicator, at least the ones I got were always without it. I was SO surprised to find the ones with the applicators in the US. To this day I am unsure on how to use the applicator haha! I found tampons in lots of places but especially Bangkok harder to find and SO expensive. I've been using a cup for 1 year now and LOVE it. It changed my life! No leakage, never again paying $$$ for plain tampons - it's liberating! :) Thank you for making this video! The more people here about it, the better! :)
I just ordered the lily cup the day before she posted this video and I had to pay full shipping which was like 20$ ... Sigh...
I love cloth pads for when im not traveling. Sometimes they're so comfortable, i freak out because I forget hat I have a pad on. When traveling, I do use a diva cup though. I must say, for those who are not interested in a cup, you can also consider cloth pads. :) the minky cloth ones are the softest things ever!
Suzy Ng ooh i want to know more about this cloth... is it hygienic?
I have been using cups for about half a year now, and I totally agree it changed my life! I have a lunette cup and half the time during my cycle I forget I have a period because I have gotten so comfortable with it. The only thing that scares me now is having to empty it out in public but I'm slowly conquering that fear! Love you so much Ali!
Love you too!!
Thanks for doing this one Ally. I was considering investing in one, as I travel a lot. I hate having to grab a box and pack it as I travel carryon mostly. And you are right cycles can always get messed up, and as you hit into the mid 40s as you head towards menopause those cycles go all over the place. Better to have a cup than having to always carry boxes with you.
i think this video is where i first heard of the menstrual cup, in 2017. it was on my mind for so long, until a week ago i bought it. took a few days to practice and when my period came....the best thing ever. why have i not used one ever???? you should try it!!! now i dont have to buy pads in my homecountry before i travel that take soooo much luggage space! thanks Aly!
Hello! You film your vlogs with the a5100, but what lens do you use (if you don't mind me asking)? I keep hearing that it constantly overheats when trying to record a vlog.
I just started using the "Diva cup" (Canada) and I can relate to everything you said, it is magical!
hahaha so glad to see you finally got on the menstrual cup train :P I remember hoping you would try one when I first started watching your videos a couple of years ago.
Love the cup! I use a Moon Cup. I would add that it's okay to trim the long end (the sort of 'string' that you use to get the cup out again) to fit you. When I got mine it was too long, so I had to trim it. Then it was perfectly comfortable! Also the first few times it might feel like something is in there, but after that your body gets used to it! No different than a tampon. As for cleaning it, it's nice that you only need to change twice a day, so usually I can find a private bathroom to do it in. If I'm in a hostel sometimes I will just use toilet paper and it works okay.
Helpful video 😄 thanks!
the shirt makes your eyes pop
I first got a moon cup in 2012 when I went travelling and I have never looked back, so easy and convenient and I save so much money! X
I've been considering this for my backpacking trip to SEA. Gonna go get me one, thanks for the review 😊
No problem, enjoy! :D
Ooo, thank you for this videoI already use a menstrual cup (I have the Lunette), I'm trying to convince my friend to switch over to these, I'm showing her this video XD
I sometimes use Soft Cups and I do love them. It was a little weird inserting it the first few times, but now it's so super easy. They're disposable, which I like because when I'm traveling I can just toss it in the garbage.
I used your code :) I am replacing my luna cup which is not the color it used to be anymore ;) It will be here on Monday.
Thanks for free shipping
Keep it up, I am excited about your 2017 plans, just watched the video! keep it up
-Tabea
Heck yeah! Lily Cups rock!
They are so much more better for the environment as well!
Yes! Seriously a cup is a game changer! Once you get in the swing you need nothing else! whenever I used to travel I would take the largest stockpile of pads but now I just take the cup and some washable liners (because zero waste yay). First time I used my cup though was a complete mess haha I had my heaviest period ever and it was a wet play day at work (I'm a teacher) so getting out of the classroom to change it was super stressful! Now there is no worries :)
I knew the cup was coming. My ex swore by this as well. she said it was like the best money she ever spent. #yougogirl
i also finally used one (meluna brand i believe) when diving my last holiday and it is literally the best decision i have ever made, travelling has never been so chill
fantastic! Ordered right away ;)
I really like my Diva cup, it saves me time ( no more rushing to the store last minute after realizing I am unprepared for the moment) and money ($10.) every month. I always twist the cup around a bit once it's inserted to help it seal completely and prevent leaks.
Thank you ali, i wanted more info about this cup !! Will brought one for sure thx :)
Hope your experience is as good as mine :) Enjoy your free shipping :)
thanks for the discount code :) just saved a tenner. heading travelling in Feb so tried the mooncup. I trimmed my stem last night and accidentally made a moonfunnel 😨
I literally am about to use it for the first time my next cycle. it's waiting on my table and it's the first time in my life I'm feeling exited to get my period!
haha hwo was it?
I bought the mooncup and I really like it. I still brought tampons and pads on my travels but my mooncup is my go to normally :)
Periods suck but at least we can do something about it!
Thank you for the video. found it very helpful.
Hi Ali, I love cups too. I have a question for you- what do you do for contraception? I came off the pill because I am going travelling and I had a botched attempted at the coil. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Hi Aly, I was just wondering what your opinion of the Lily cup is 8 months on? Do you still use it or have you reverted to tampons etc? I'm keen to get one because of the ease and to reduce my environmental impact, but I'm concerned it will not be as convenient. I'd love your opinion if you have time? Thanks :)
HI :) I must say you convinced me to try again. I've bought the cup for the same reason, women who tried it "can't live without it". I've put it in and it leaked, I washed it, packed it back in its case and continued using tampons. But I will try our folding technique lol and give it a go again next month. Thank you :)
Great informative video! Will defiantly pass unto my non-iud friends!
lol Ally yes i don't know why i clicked on this video...
Thanks for the video. I've been curious about these cups and have a friend who swears by it. Unfortunately, tampons have never worked for me, but maybe I'll give them another try because I HATE wearing pads.
Wendy Kingston The channel Precious Stars Pads has lots information if you're looking to find out more.
Thanks I'll check it out.
I know the diva cup opened a whole new door for me! There were so many limitations I would put on myself when it came to my period... i wouldnt swim, I would wear granny panties and i would opt out of travling or even hanging out sometimes.... all those insecurities are gone now. I have used it for 3 cycles now. I just recently threw away all my periord panties and i am donating all the pads i stocked up on to a womans shelter. i can swim and wear anything I want during my period now. When she mentioned how empowering it is... she was not kidding. And it did take my body some time to get used to it... but this last cycle, i got my technique down. So when you first start it is alot of trial and error, but then it becomes second nature. i do have to mention it can be arousing during the first day when your v is shaping up to it or when your exercising, but as long as your mind is in the right place you for get your even wearing it.
Good advice for a traveling partner. Like anything else do not assume a foreign country has what you need. Sorry did not make it through the whole video - will now watch your next one
I discovered this Lily Cup Compact through its Kickstarter. It really did change my life. Periods are no big deal now, for any event or situation. It definitely has a learning curve at the beginning. I also had a leakage accident once, before I knew what the proper seal felt like. But now that I know how it works, I've not had a single leak. After converting to the cup, the idea of tampons actually make me cringe! It's too bad so many women are scared away from trying it--they are missing out.
is this safe to use if i have an iud? do you use an iud? im getting one next week and then going backpacking 10 days after! keep up the videos girl! :)
Thanks for doing this video!! Totally relevant and helpful! i could HUG you :D
I'm currently on my very first cycle with DivaCup! After reading so many positive reviews I decided to try considering that in two months I'll be traveling long term and I was freaked out at the idea of stocking up on tampons and pads and use so much space in the backpack for this stuff (in particular when you try to be minimalistic on clothes and toiletries) and I'm so happy I did buy it! The only issues is in the night because it leaks out, I don't know if it depends of the position how I sleep or if it unseal itself somehow. But I just put a pad and I'm fine! Now I might sound like a teenager but when I saw that you published this video I felt a kind of telepathy with you considering that in the last days I've been struggling with the thing too! :) I like you so much Ally, hope that I'll be able to meet you somewhere in Asia!Hugs from Sweden!
I traveled around Asia for six months, and the Diva Cup made my periods so incredibly easy. I only took a 40L backpack, and a purse, so saving space was awesome. It might be the cup isn't inserted far enough, so it doesn't seal well against your cervix. I know, you have to get SUPER comfortable with your nether regions, haha. I was nervous my first few cycles, and leaked a bit, but as I got more confidence putting it in, and learned the way it best fits my anatomy, I haven't had a leak in years, now.
FWIW, the cup never goes near your cervix, it seals to the walls of the vagina and i think if it's not positioned correctly (wrong angle, etc) it can leak. the sensation of a leak will atually wake me up out of a sound sleep. I just finished my first cycle with a diva cup because I am preparing to travel with only a 40L backpack and a purse and I wanted to be prepared. OMG what a game changer.
Cleaning menstrual cups can get bloody messy...if the sink is too far or you're stuck in the public washroom stall, I definitely recommend carrying a bottle of water! Based on personal experience as a backpacker who still wants to feel sanitised as much as possible lol. It also helps for those diarrhea days! Plus you can save on toilet paper trash if you're in a country that doesn't have a strong pipe & sewage system. :D
Your right, I just had to see what you talk about with your title and guess what ,ill never heard about this and never use one LOL, but I'm going to show this vlog to my girl friend that is from Philippines and sure she never seen something like that. You and Scott keep up the great Vlogs . Say hi to Scott for me and I love his vlogs also.
thanks for the video! (in fact, all of them, i just never comment :D ) inspired by all these fantastic reviews i did get diva cup last year, but it just never worked out. i didn't want to miss out on awesome ability to conquer periods, so i went for lily cup and, oh my, was it perfect! mine is a regular one, but i've been thinking about getting the backup compact one for the upcoming move to the other side of the world (like, literally, latvia to nz) so the code is appreciated :) tampons are awesome, but so expensive, especially if you like ob's pro comfort and live in a poor country. like me. also, i don't get the aplicators, can't get high enough in, tampon just stays right above entrance :D
I have a heavy flow and often leak when sleeping . One days I bought disposable cups to try . I love them ! I can sleep without a big bulky uncomfortable pad and now leaks ! I want to get a reusable one cause the disposables have no nipple to help remove them . I haven’t mastered removing without a mess . I heard the super jenni on is great for heavy flows .
Thank you for this video, I've been wanting to try one of those cups but not sure what brand
I also felt that my menstrual cup really was a game changer. It doesn't interfere with your day at all as much as having to change tampons does, and as an added bonus there's less risk of TSS or the mucous membranes getting dried out, as they can from tampons :D
Also there's no bleach or traces of pesticides in it, and it reduces waste. Woo for progress!
I love menstrual cup and now I can not even think life without it (used it couple of years). At the time of my menstruation I usually have 1-2 days with heavy flow or you could say super heavy flow. My menstrual cup is biggest size what I found in market and the worst days it is full during 2-3 hours.. and then leak when more doesn't fit... But it is still my lifesaver and I would recommend it every women.
Other days it is so amazing when it is enough just clear it 12 hours cycle. And if you don't be sure when your periods start you can just put cup inside you in advance, because it is not harmful your body. :)
gonna go out and get one of these today
I would have never considered this until ur video. I will try this and I also thought of how much I would save on not buying tampons and huge over night pads. Maybe a box of liners. 😲 Always will probably not want anyone else to see this. 😏
Also love ur videos so far. You have given me the best info so far and I have just started reaching I'm traveling to Thailand in 3 months
Hi! I've always wanted to buy one for when I travel, but how do you sanitise it when you're never at home? Was traveling south east Asia for a bit and was so close to get one before leaving! Thanks in advance :) btw you should go to Dalat if you're still in vietnam xxx
You only need warm soapy water :)
Awesome video! I have a friend who swears by them.... maybe I will try one too!
Backpacks and Kittycats The channel Precious Stars Pads has lots of information if you're looking to find out more.
I went backpacking with a friend who packed a jumbo pack of pads while I brought only 3 or 4 because I figured: its Europe, I'd be able to buy more over there, that's enough to get me through a day at least. She had borrowed all but one of mine, used up all of hers, and decided to go home early so I had to organise some unexpected solo travel and had to go on a hunt for wifi to book a hostel. Not a great night, anyway she later told me "oh I borrowed that last pad hope that's ok..." I didn't think any more about it until I arrived in London on my own, late at night, in the dark after a long, long day, only to get my period early... With nothing to use. I was not best pleased.
Yeah after I got back from that holiday I switched to tampons, so much easier to chuck 2 or 3 in all my bags and forget about them, but there's always one tucked away in a zip when I need it!
i use the lunette and it's really amazing! didn't find it too intimate using it, depends on the person i guess. haha and i didn't know you shouldn't use tampons at night, did it for years, especially at night because i would bleed through every pad construct... stopped using tampons about two years ago because they started hurting me and because i hate pads and they also don't really work for me on their own, i really needed the alternative
Once you insert the Diva Cup, how do you pull it out? Does it have a string or something?
thanks for doing this video
Damn! Wish I knew about those cups before I went through the change
Yay menstrual cups!!
good heads up about the tampons being in some countries but not others
i wish i could travel the world like you do. i will do it in my next life lolz
What about overnight? Do you have to leave it out and go to pads like you should with tampons?
I'm heading off travelling at the end of the year for an indefinite time, so have been seriously considering getting one, and having just looked at the price, this will pay for itself after 6 months!
+Rachel M you can use it for the whole night :)
I forget im using it sometimes as its so amazing!
I purchased a cup before coming to Africa for 9 months. It has been very convenient for me since I didn't have to purchase a 9 month supply of tampons or pads, that would have taken up precious luggage space. In addition the area I am now living in doesn't have a way to properly dispose of garbage. Instead they burn every thing. :/ so I am glad that I can minimize my waste in every way I can.
I use contraceptive pills and only get my period 3-4 times a year so it's really convenient. I have to be on it for medical reasons, so stopping it is never an option. Did you ever consider getting an IUD or something like that? I know a lot of my friends who travel a lot get those, especially the plastic ones that stop your period all together. I don't know what just what I've heard. I will definitely recommend this to some of my friends though!
I'll have to try that fold! I've always done the one you showed first and I always have a little bit of a leak at first then it's fine. very annoying always wearing liners.
Sarah Studt The channel Precious Stars Pads has lots of information about reusable menstrual products and there's a video about lots of different cup folds if you're interested in finding out about others.
Laura Ireson thank you for that info!
Sarah Studt You're welcome. :)
It's my first time using it. Just had it inserted. Can you tell me how do you sanitize while traveling. I can't get hot boiling water everywhere
I need to get this, we're heading off travelling in a few months and I'm a tampon person too. I'm also stressing on the waxing front - do you just shave or get waxed. tmi? I'm thankfully on a 3 month cycle due to health things, it's never pleasant when it shows up. At least this will take the some of the nerves out of it.
Ive used mine for 2 years now, LOVE IT!
oops misread thumbnail title, thought it said pernods and travel, maybe next vlog?
I thought it said "Periods of Travel".
Brava!
I bought a Luna cup earlier this year: want to say I loved it but I actually grew to HATE the experience of inserting it and removal. I'm interested in the second technique you demonstrated so I may give that a go when I'm next due. I insert using the folding technique like the one you demonstrated first. The problem for me was the thickness of the rim of the cup, it was just so painful.
I soo want to like the cup as the concept is brilliant (not to mention the bloody thing cost AUS$50!). I don't want to throw it away just yet, so seeing your video has has renewed the possibility of giving it another go. Sigh I hate periods.
Claire E I've also had problems with the process being painful, and the second method is definitely better than the first. I can't even do that.
Have you tried applying a couple drops of lube to the rim? That made world's difference for me.