Congratulations your body is now deep self cleaning! Just relax and snag a few reusable products to aide in a more stress free experience. Lots of water really helps with less pain and a more relaxed flow so keep hydrated.
It is a bit scary at first! And you don't *have* to start with something like this. Personally I started with pads and have slowly but surely moved my way to reusable period underwear and now I'm going to try the hello disc! Just go at your own pace! And like the other commenter said, drink lots of water! It does help and keeps you hydrated :)
Congratulations! I was also so scared for the first few periods and dreaded that I have to go through it for the next few decades. Period products have gotten so much better since then and is more of an open topic these days. I am so happy girls have these information online. All the best and you will definitely get used to it! Please slowly inform yourself on reproductive health and your anatomy if your family, school or culture do not inform you on it.
@@cheeseoncorn7939 if you make sure you put it in entirely correctly, then no it feels like nothing is there, my opinion, you should try for yourself tho to see what works for you
I just ordered a cora soft disk with the notch. As someone whose never had sex, never used a tampon, or put anything up there... I'm terrified of it getting stuck in there and having to go digging for it. So fingers crossed.
These disks I honestly don't get but I do have the diva cup and it's pretty easy after the first couple of tries.....I had always used pads never any tampons so the cup was scary and now I want to try a disk but I seriously don't get it at all .....so I'm watching videos.........but I still don't get it.... Also I'm not trying to make you follow my agenda... It was just to share my experience cause it was a life changer for me... I always hated summer with pads... But stick with what you're comfortable and don't change it unless YOU want to .✌️
Please! I know my cups work just fine because they've got pretty good rims and a little lip on them but I've tried the flex disks and all I did was give myself a blood bath 🥲
@@Oreo_yury I have the Hello disc and without fail I will get blood everywhere unless it is my lightest days. I have a heavy flow and as soon as I begin to remove the disc, blood begins to leave the cup. I also have to pull super slow, if I go too fast, I end up with blood on the floor and walls...
I use the single use Flex Disc and on my heavy days it will leave blood on the finger used to remove it, but it doesn't really create a mess. Honestly, tampons feel miserable now and pads are too bulky. It just sits up to the base of your cervix, seated by your pubic bone and you don't feel it.
@@mylitttleemilyjayne9 how are tampons miserable? I can't even feel them, and I'm tiny down there. That's why I don't use cups, I'm afraid they won't fit.
@@got_rats I'm narrow down there and I use cups and disks. They don't open down at your narrow spots. They upen up by your cervix where you are wider. I actually didn't feel comfortable with the first 2 cups I got. They worked better than anything else so I kept trying. I found a longer and more narrow one that I can't feel at all.
Great, thank you so much for this. Now if you could just explain to me how to get my other hand on the other side of my uterus to hold it steady the way you did here, I'll be on my way 🤣🤣
I’ve used discs since the 90s when they first came out. REVOLUTIONARY. I’ve also tried cups but the suction is so unpleasant and it takes me like 20 minutes to remove. Panic inducing. I probably had the wrong size or something, but the sizing is ambiguous when you’re older but have never given birth. I realise people are icked out by the blood or having to touch blood but I don’t find it a big deal. The only time it’s awkward is if you are in a row of stalls with no easy access to a sink. In that case wet some paper towels beforehand to wipe your fingers off and dispose in the trash in the stall. Since starting perimenopause I’ve had to double up with period pants (also a nice addition to the toolbox. We are so much better off than my mother’s generation who had to wear belts and thick pads). I’ve found Flex (and its predecessor) the best fit. I use one for my whole period generally, throwing it out at the end, which cuts down on waste and cost and then you also don’t have to boil your disc before your next period (which is kinda gross if you don’t have a dedicated pot).
I used feel and now I have a Nixit. More comfortable. As for cups, it may be too short. I found a longer and more narrow one and I have no trouble with that one like I had with the others.
I have the Cora. Used it for the first time this past cycle, mine always rotates so getting messy is just how it is with the Cora I guess. I def wanna try the Hello disc!
I love your channel so much, always been interested in period products like these but didn’t feel comfortable using one by following solely written instructions. Didn’t think I’d ever get to see actual demonstrations, so glad to be proved wrong!
I have endometriosis and idk what it is but anything inserted for my period (including tampons) are so so painful. Wish I could use something like this but gotta stick to my pads
Same, reusable pads are great alternatives if you don't already use them! Supposedly some chemicals called dioxins can make periods worse so using organic natural safe/tested and certified products can also help with that 😊
I also suggest reusable pads if you can't go for cups or discs. They are amazing. You can also try period panties. Those are great if you move around and exercise a lot.
Oml I'm so happy to be done with having to deal with things like this. I don't think I could ever get used to the cups, no matter how practical they may be
I love the flex discs! Auto empty for public is great. The reusable one is a little trickier to get the hang of for insertion but def my fav for a tilted uterus
I haven't got my period yet but I am sure that I will get it this year my sister didn't know nothing about periods when she got hers so I don't wanna be clueless like her I learned something from her and also from this channel I have educated myself for my period one mistake my sister did is she went on a rollercoaster when she had her period we were about to cancel the trip for that but she didn't want to and one more thing she doesn't feel cramps btw I am 11 years old 😀
The way you pull it out so easily, does it hurt for you to not make it smaller first? The first time I tried to take a CUP out, I was in a lot of pain. But, I’m not sure if that was because of the suction or size of the cup, so, I’m curious.
I’m new to all of this stuff so I am by no means an expert but my best guess, it was the suction that caused the intense pain you felt. I’ve felt it before too and was like 😳😩🫣😖 all at once! I found that with a CUP specifically it helps to pinch it some/break the seal before attempting to pull it out. Personally since switching to the disc style I have not had the suction issue and I absolutely love it! Also I have found that I am able to “auto dump” (I believe that’s the correct term lol) when using the disc which is an added bonus because my flow is superrrr heavy and I tend to fill up multiple times before that 12hr window is up! So not having to take it out those multiple times 3-4 times within that 12 he window is superrrr nice and way less messy! 😇 This channel has sooo much amazing information on it! I’m so grateful to have found it! Hope my little bit of insight was helpful! Be well! ☺️
@@leobeboop4944 Auto dumping is when the disc releases the blood automatically. Idk exactly how it works (I think smth to do w/using the muscles used to pee), but it seems it doesn't happen when you're just sitting/standing normally, only when you're using the restroom (from what I've read). Disclaimer: I've never used a disc before, and am only on a researching spree cuz I'm interested in reusable options. Please point out if I typed anything wrong;;
I used the Instead discs, they were said to be disposable discs, but I did clean and reuse them. I wish I knew that there were these reusable disc around. I did try a couple menstrual cups, but found that I could never get the proper suction. I've stopped menstruating now, but share your info with my daughters and others who are still menstruating.
I’m sorry but can I just add, this is my favorite “model”! There’s something about the netting that has really clicked in a realistic interpretation and I would love to see it used to compare where the cup sits in comparison to the disc.
My problem with these bad boys is how it pops open. Right against the sensitive flesh of my privates. So damn painful. It reallllyyy makes tampons seem indulgent in comparison
I was seriously considering trying menstrual cups because I had such a heavy flow and was tired of spillage. I still like these educational videos even though now I have no use for most menstrual products. 😅 I got the birth control implant in my arm and my flow lightened up considerably although now my chief complaint would be spotting all the time.
I know I’m 6 months late, so maybe you’ve tried something, or maybe you have it figured out, but if you find one that works for you, it shouldn’t cause to much spillage. I normally use the diva cup however on my heavy days it’s a mess. I bought a bunch of menstrual products to try out for my January cycle and ended up pregnant so the search for what works for me is on pause for however long my period decides to stay away while I breastfeed.
speaking of arm implant and always spotting, it goes away about 6-12 months after insertion 😂 it’s annoying but worth it bc i’ve had the arm implant for a couple years now and i have a period probably once every 3-4 months. and the spotting went away lol. i’d heard that if the spotting is bothering u your dr might be able to prescribe a oral contraceptive to help combat it, but having an implant and taking oral contraceptives seemed redundant to me 😂
Using any menstrual product shouldn't hurt! If it does, you either need to use a different size of that product, or switch to a different product, since they don't all work for all bodies. I find that I get a bit sensitive after using a menstrual cup for several days in a row, so I switch to pads once I get uncomfortable and the discomfort stops.
I have a brand new disc I'm kind of afraid to use it though just because it seems like it will be complicated to remove. But since I've checked out your vids I think I'm gonna use it this period coming up
I'm in the same boat but the discs are great for floods. Yeah you'll still need a pad but it greatly reduces leakage when doubled up like that vs a tampon where I bleed so fast it like it bleeds around the tampon or too fast for it to absorb. Plus I get less irritation from not having to insert and remove so many tampons. Ymmv but especially at night try it with period panties, no more ruined sheets.
I would say so, yes. The suction on cups can be difficult to deal with. You just have to squeeze the disc to insert it, but a cup has to be squeezed and folded and it’s a bit difficult one-handed. A disc is also less rigid so it’s easier to seat under the cervix. It’s also really clear when a disc is seated properly (you shouldn’t feel it at all). However as discs don’t create a seal with suction they can pop when full, so if you are learning how to use them, first try them on a lighter day, preferably when you are home all day. On a light day you should be able to go 12 hours without a problem. A rough rule of thumb is that you can go at least twice as long with a disc than you would with a pad or tampon.
Does it have any benefits versus a menstrual cup? I've been using my menstrual cup for 8 years and I love it. Is there any difference between a cup and a disc?
You may have a low cervix and may need to try a smaller product. Also, being scared/stressed while inserting or removing can make it harder and that can cause more pain (at least from my experience it always sucks more when I’m annoyed with it than when I don’t care)
@@peacelovewar98 Thank you! Any suggestions on a low-cervix-friendly product? Does that mean I have a shorter, um... Vagina? I mean, I'm a short gal (dear me that sounded so weird), I'm five foot (152 cm) and I wonder if my height has anything to do with it. Maybe I'm just shorter everywhere. LOL
@@RemyDarling I’m not sure on the shorter vagina issue, I never got around to testing out anything past a diva cup. I bought a bunch of new products and then got pregnant. My diva cup didn’t seem to fit very well in the first days of my period so I’d just use some reusable pads or regular pads until later in my period when it seemed like my cervix moved up and the diva cup was more comfortable. I think I’m using the diva cup 1 even though I’ve had a child and the 2 is recommended for me.
We had the flex at one point, and I couldn’t figure out how to put it in right. The box even had a website you could use to see a tutorial, and it still didn’t work. I’m now 19, got my period at 12, and haven’t tried any menstrual cups. I’m thinking of trying one, but don’t know what kind to use
Flex disk may not be the reusable product for you. It could have been to small or to big or your period could have been to heavy and you may have been overflowing it without realizing. I leak through my diva cup and I’ve had it for… 5-6 years if not more by now. I finally bought different products to try and ended up pregnant so I won’t be using them for awhile.
Please explain how they do not suction. I've always been skeptical about that. We all know suction and vaJJ don't go together. Please this is a genuine question
They just sit between the pubic bone and the other wall of the vagina below the cervix. It stays in place because it's wide and sits tucked under the pubic bone, not because of the suctiom
Cups suction and they are perfectly fine. Just break the seal before removing. If you’re not willing to get dirty yet then get over it. No matter what you choose, you’re getting dirty at some point.
I tried the flex disk for a couple cycles and could never get it to stay in place up there. It would never seal right and end up leaking. Switched to a menstrual cup and it's been amazing
Hey I'm 15 and I tried one and it got sucked to my cervix and I gave it another shot and I when to the doctors and they said women shouldn't use because of bacteria and blood clots so is there one that you recommend that won't get sucked to my cervix. I pinched and tried to release pressure, but it didn't work
I am certainly Not an expert but i personally found it more difficult to use the Cup because you have to Insert it right and it is relatively "big", so i think it helps to have experience with Tampons to then use Cups. I never used a Disk before but it looks big too. I think it is easier to try tampons first because they are more slim and so more easy to use. Just remember to Change them at least every 8 hours.
I personally would test out tampons first because the cups are more of an expensive investment upfront and you can purchase tampons just about anywhere. Tampons are a bit slimmer and less hands on, so it's easier in that regard too. Cloth pads and period undies seem like a good start too because you can use those for excessive discharge too if you want. (Unfortunately, I don't have any recommendations of any particular brands as of now.)
I've been told that the only body safe silicone is the silicone that doesn't have colorants in it. Is that true and if so why do all these menstrual products contain colorants? It seems unnecessary
I have the first Ziggy cup and.. ugh. It's a pain to get in, it doesn't sit well and stays up behind my pubic bone. I just use the cups. I don't even bother with it anymore.
I tried a menstrual cup (flex) a week ago and the pain was terrible. Looked up tutorials on how to put it in and I did everything right, just terrible pain the entire time. I'll have to try a different type and try again but if anyone has advice I'd appreciate it)
Does it hurt to take it out since it's all expanded unlike putting it in? And if it auto-dumps, how long can you actually keep it in without taking it out and washing?
I haven’t used a disk yet, but for a cup, I’m pretty sure it squishes back up. It doesn’t hurt to remove it. If it auto dumps, I’d still suggest removing for cleaning based on the recommendation of which ever product you’re using.
How about sharing some different sizes!! My cervix is naturally low and I cannot get normal sizes to fit. Like it is legit painful to try and force it up behind my pubic bone and yes I’ve checked that’s it’s pushed back far enough. I’ve even done it at the gyno. “Just get a smaller size” FROM WHERE? Give me a brand to throw my money at damnit! I certainly can’t seem to distinguish them from size to size and Vaginas are NOT one size fits all 😕
You don't have to do Menstrual Disks right away, I personally used pads my first couple periods which don't involve putting anything in your vagina, then when you are more comfortable you can switch to something like a Tampon, Menstrual Disk, or Menstrual Cup.
A cup is less flexible than a disk, thus you're actually creating a seal up there with a cup when you pinch&insert it. That prevents spilling like it can happen with a disk. Also, cups tend to have bigger volume than disks, so they can last longer, but due to being less flexible and larger, cups are also more noticeable/potentially uncomfortable, and may be harder to remove with the sealing.
Question: what’s the different types of flows? Like what is a heavy one like or normal one I honestly don’t know what kind of flow I have cause I don’t have anything to compare it with, and I’ve asked people and they’re not very helpful, And the internets no help I just don’t know. Any replies will be much appreciated 😊
It is considered that you have a heavy flow if you bleed more than ~80 ml/period. Basically, if you have to change a night time always pad after 4 hours or less, you have a heavy period. Or if you use a cup, you can estimate how much you bleed in volume. I bleed around 150 ml per period and when I used tampons I was changing those super absorbant tampons every 2-3 hours.
@@wearenotyourkind632 thanks for replying, that’s really helpful case I never really understood when people said it in measurements. ( I’m really bad with working measurements out) And my mum would just flat out avoid talking about periods so I didn’t have anyone to I guess teach me? But thanks cause now I know I don’t have a heavy period
I don’t know if there is something wrong with my body or if I’m just dumb but I have tried disks and cups and they don’t work at all for me. Neither do tampons though. It’ll be bone dry leaking around it.
It could be that you have the wrong size, but even regardless, it doesn't mean that there's something wrong with your body if it doesn't work for you, not everything works for everyone and that's fine.
Here’s my story for anyone interested. I’m 16 and I have a very low cervix. I’ve tried 2 cups, the saalt small (soft) first which I could never get to open and get in fully without pain so I got a smaller cup, the all matters mini. At first it was pretty good although I was very aware/could feel it, but I really wanted it to work so I kept trying for about 5 months and this month I decided I was done with it because of how much pain, I think the pain was from the cup pressing up against my cervix but I don’t know how to fix it because the cups had no where else to go because of my low cervix. I’m thinking about trying a disc but what do y’all think? Any advice?
I believe I have a low cervix, however I could be wrong. The diva cup (size 1) worked for me. They have a size 0 now I believe. I know this response is 4 months late, I hope you have found something that works for you!
I don't understand how this would really benefit anyone, you have to reach to dig it out (blood on your hands), you have to tug the thing out (spillage when it finally pops out), and the insertion method doesn't seem very secure especially for someone with a narrow canal that doesn't allow it to move to catch anything inside of it. I don't think a disk is very helpful at collecting menstrual blood anyway.
I started my period for the first time in my life today, it was scary
Congratulations your body is now deep self cleaning! Just relax and snag a few reusable products to aide in a more stress free experience. Lots of water really helps with less pain and a more relaxed flow so keep hydrated.
@@victoriaelena6645 tysm !
It is a bit scary at first! And you don't *have* to start with something like this. Personally I started with pads and have slowly but surely moved my way to reusable period underwear and now I'm going to try the hello disc! Just go at your own pace! And like the other commenter said, drink lots of water! It does help and keeps you hydrated :)
Congratulations! I was also so scared for the first few periods and dreaded that I have to go through it for the next few decades. Period products have gotten so much better since then and is more of an open topic these days. I am so happy girls have these information online. All the best and you will definitely get used to it! Please slowly inform yourself on reproductive health and your anatomy if your family, school or culture do not inform you on it.
@@o0mew0o ty for support I went to school today and it was h e l l especially when the teacher didn't let me go change my pad 😭
I literally just hook my finger inside the rim and drag all the way out.
That’s an option but it doesn’t work for everyone. I can’t hook and pull any disc unless it had a notch. But it’s a good method for those it works for
Are they comfortable lol? Like would you feel it throughout the day?
@@cheeseoncorn7939 if you make sure you put it in entirely correctly, then no it feels like nothing is there, my opinion, you should try for yourself tho to see what works for you
I just ordered a cora soft disk with the notch. As someone whose never had sex, never used a tampon, or put anything up there... I'm terrified of it getting stuck in there and having to go digging for it. So fingers crossed.
@@keleighiorek99 ive seen a few suggestions of removing these your first few times in the shower! just until you get the hang of it!
I swear i will never get how to insert these, i'll just stick to my diaper size pads 😂
Same😓
These disks I honestly don't get but I do have the diva cup and it's pretty easy after the first couple of tries.....I had always used pads never any tampons so the cup was scary and now I want to try a disk but I seriously don't get it at all .....so I'm watching videos.........but I still don't get it.... Also I'm not trying to make you follow my agenda... It was just to share my experience cause it was a life changer for me... I always hated summer with pads... But stick with what you're comfortable and don't change it unless YOU want to .✌️
I will stick with my cloth pads lol!
It wasn’t until I watched “And Just Like That…” that Charlotte taught my 38-year-old self how to insert a tampon properly.
@@whyareyouhere3698 I tried the June Cup and it was an embarrassing queefing mess, at my new job no less. 😅
How does it not splash everywhere ??? Can you demonstrate with liquid in them 😳
Probably cause it’s blood and so it has heavier contents
It comes out really smoothly
Please! I know my cups work just fine because they've got pretty good rims and a little lip on them but I've tried the flex disks and all I did was give myself a blood bath 🥲
Honestly, they can splash, especially if you have a heavier flow. I wouldn't suggest cups for people who hate getting their blood on their hands
@@Oreo_yury I have the Hello disc and without fail I will get blood everywhere unless it is my lightest days. I have a heavy flow and as soon as I begin to remove the disc, blood begins to leave the cup. I also have to pull super slow, if I go too fast, I end up with blood on the floor and walls...
I don't really understand how you can take them off without doing a mess
Well if you’re sitting on the toilet won’t it all just go into the toilet where it was going anyway?
I use the single use Flex Disc and on my heavy days it will leave blood on the finger used to remove it, but it doesn't really create a mess. Honestly, tampons feel miserable now and pads are too bulky. It just sits up to the base of your cervix, seated by your pubic bone and you don't feel it.
@@mylitttleemilyjayne9 how are tampons miserable? I can't even feel them, and I'm tiny down there. That's why I don't use cups, I'm afraid they won't fit.
@@got_rats you can't feel them? 😳😳
@@got_rats I'm narrow down there and I use cups and disks. They don't open down at your narrow spots. They upen up by your cervix where you are wider. I actually didn't feel comfortable with the first 2 cups I got. They worked better than anything else so I kept trying. I found a longer and more narrow one that I can't feel at all.
"without mess" lol
Whenever I used a disc, I would only remove it in the shower, because it always looked like a brutal murder scene after
That’s the joke in our house too!
Great, thank you so much for this. Now if you could just explain to me how to get my other hand on the other side of my uterus to hold it steady the way you did here, I'll be on my way 🤣🤣
I’ve used discs since the 90s when they first came out. REVOLUTIONARY. I’ve also tried cups but the suction is so unpleasant and it takes me like 20 minutes to remove. Panic inducing. I probably had the wrong size or something, but the sizing is ambiguous when you’re older but have never given birth. I realise people are icked out by the blood or having to touch blood but I don’t find it a big deal. The only time it’s awkward is if you are in a row of stalls with no easy access to a sink. In that case wet some paper towels beforehand to wipe your fingers off and dispose in the trash in the stall.
Since starting perimenopause I’ve had to double up with period pants (also a nice addition to the toolbox. We are so much better off than my mother’s generation who had to wear belts and thick pads).
I’ve found Flex (and its predecessor) the best fit. I use one for my whole period generally, throwing it out at the end, which cuts down on waste and cost and then you also don’t have to boil your disc before your next period (which is kinda gross if you don’t have a dedicated pot).
I used feel and now I have a Nixit. More comfortable. As for cups, it may be too short. I found a longer and more narrow one and I have no trouble with that one like I had with the others.
@@heartdragon2386 which one do you use? I think I have a similar issue with removal and I'd like to use cups to be able to swim on my period.
I have the Cora. Used it for the first time this past cycle, mine always rotates so getting messy is just how it is with the Cora I guess. I def wanna try the Hello disc!
I love your channel so much, always been interested in period products like these but didn’t feel comfortable using one by following solely written instructions. Didn’t think I’d ever get to see actual demonstrations, so glad to be proved wrong!
I use a cup and it does wonders. I have never tried discs, it just looks like it might splash everywhere
I prefer my hello disc over my flex cup. So much easier to get out and less mess for me.
“Pinching” is not as easy as it sounds
I have endometriosis and idk what it is but anything inserted for my period (including tampons) are so so painful. Wish I could use something like this but gotta stick to my pads
Same, reusable pads are great alternatives if you don't already use them! Supposedly some chemicals called dioxins can make periods worse so using organic natural safe/tested and certified products can also help with that 😊
I also suggest reusable pads if you can't go for cups or discs. They are amazing. You can also try period panties. Those are great if you move around and exercise a lot.
I actually always thought discs looked more intimidating than cups but this video made me think I might prefer that
I'm using this channel to learn, and gain extra brownie points
😂❤
Oml I'm so happy to be done with having to deal with things like this. I don't think I could ever get used to the cups, no matter how practical they may be
Nah the way they fling out make me think blood abt to be flying everywhere
This is just giving me anxiety.. I never used tampons because the idea of it getting lost up there is a nightmare, this look 10x worse
Yeah, these would make a mess, definitely sticking to my cups. Thanks for this info video!! 💜
I love the flex discs! Auto empty for public is great. The reusable one is a little trickier to get the hang of for insertion but def my fav for a tilted uterus
Thank you. It really helped me to see that they should be pulled upwards as much as possible
Thank you for the video
I'm not having any luck. I've tried. This is probably the best tutorial I've seen so I'll try again.
Yeah... I'm sticking with period pants, thanks. This looks like actual hell.
It’s extremely painful to remove. Why is no one talking about that? Beware of the pain during removal!
It's also painful to get in. I mean, with an opening this huge it probably wouldn't - but not every woman is that huge.
I’m a petite woman and it’s not painful. It’s folds to about the size of a tampon.
Thank you for posting this. Gonna save for you Hello disc and possibly another brand. Using the Reusable Flex disc for now
Just checked out my Lumma disc! Wish me luckkkkk 🤞
I haven't got my period yet but I am sure that I will get it this year my sister didn't know nothing about periods when she got hers so I don't wanna be clueless like her I learned something from her and also from this channel I have educated myself for my period one mistake my sister did is she went on a rollercoaster when she had her period we were about to cancel the trip for that but she didn't want to and one more thing she doesn't feel cramps btw I am 11 years old 😀
The way you pull it out so easily, does it hurt for you to not make it smaller first? The first time I tried to take a CUP out, I was in a lot of pain. But, I’m not sure if that was because of the suction or size of the cup, so, I’m curious.
Also, some discs have a very hard rim.
I’m new to all of this stuff so I am by no means an expert but my best guess, it was the suction that caused the intense pain you felt. I’ve felt it before too and was like 😳😩🫣😖 all at once! I found that with a CUP specifically it helps to pinch it some/break the seal before attempting to pull it out. Personally since switching to the disc style I have not had the suction issue and I absolutely love it! Also I have found that I am able to “auto dump” (I believe that’s the correct term lol) when using the disc which is an added bonus because my flow is superrrr heavy and I tend to fill up multiple times before that 12hr window is up! So not having to take it out those multiple times 3-4 times within that 12 he window is superrrr nice and way less messy! 😇 This channel has sooo much amazing information on it! I’m so grateful to have found it! Hope my little bit of insight was helpful! Be well! ☺️
@@krislamotte100 what do you mean by auto dump? (Sorry)
@@krislamotte100 what is auto dump? Is there a drain or something
@@leobeboop4944 Auto dumping is when the disc releases the blood automatically. Idk exactly how it works (I think smth to do w/using the muscles used to pee), but it seems it doesn't happen when you're just sitting/standing normally, only when you're using the restroom (from what I've read).
Disclaimer: I've never used a disc before, and am only on a researching spree cuz I'm interested in reusable options. Please point out if I typed anything wrong;;
I used the Instead discs, they were said to be disposable discs, but I did clean and reuse them. I wish I knew that there were these reusable disc around. I did try a couple menstrual cups, but found that I could never get the proper suction. I've stopped menstruating now, but share your info with my daughters and others who are still menstruating.
I’m sorry but can I just add, this is my favorite “model”! There’s something about the netting that has really clicked in a realistic interpretation and I would love to see it used to compare where the cup sits in comparison to the disc.
The model is sort of half finished but the great news is that the remaining part is going to be here soon! It’s a DIY model
i agree the flexibility of the model helps to gauge how it would feel/react to my body lol at least in my mind
The first one seems the best for removal
My problem with these bad boys is how it pops open. Right against the sensitive flesh of my privates. So damn painful. It reallllyyy makes tampons seem indulgent in comparison
It does not seal with suction so it doesn't seal?
I was seriously considering trying menstrual cups because I had such a heavy flow and was tired of spillage. I still like these educational videos even though now I have no use for most menstrual products. 😅 I got the birth control implant in my arm and my flow lightened up considerably although now my chief complaint would be spotting all the time.
I know I’m 6 months late, so maybe you’ve tried something, or maybe you have it figured out, but if you find one that works for you, it shouldn’t cause to much spillage. I normally use the diva cup however on my heavy days it’s a mess. I bought a bunch of menstrual products to try out for my January cycle and ended up pregnant so the search for what works for me is on pause for however long my period decides to stay away while I breastfeed.
speaking of arm implant and always spotting, it goes away about 6-12 months after insertion 😂 it’s annoying but worth it bc i’ve had the arm implant for a couple years now and i have a period probably once every 3-4 months. and the spotting went away lol. i’d heard that if the spotting is bothering u your dr might be able to prescribe a oral contraceptive to help combat it, but having an implant and taking oral contraceptives seemed redundant to me 😂
Ya know... I'm glad I'm male digging inside my body for a plastic cup sounds like a good Friday night... not a life long task
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@@brqe 🍇🥵👈👽
Thank god for menopause 🙏
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Thank you!!
Wow! Those must hurt 😬 I wear a diva cup, and the smallest one, and already that's uncomfortable. These look scary 😅
They are 100% painless! :) They go right in and slide right out
@@kitten48484 some people are just smaller.
They don’t sit in the same place in the body as a cup does. They’re further up in a space where the vaginal canal gets wider, so they can fit.
Using any menstrual product shouldn't hurt! If it does, you either need to use a different size of that product, or switch to a different product, since they don't all work for all bodies.
I find that I get a bit sensitive after using a menstrual cup for several days in a row, so I switch to pads once I get uncomfortable and the discomfort stops.
I have a brand new disc I'm kind of afraid to use it though just because it seems like it will be complicated to remove. But since I've checked out your vids I think I'm gonna use it this period coming up
All I see is blood flying with the way you tug them out!!
I wish I could use products like this but I just bleed SO much it’s insane. The mess would be unbearable.
I'm in the same boat but the discs are great for floods. Yeah you'll still need a pad but it greatly reduces leakage when doubled up like that vs a tampon where I bleed so fast it like it bleeds around the tampon or too fast for it to absorb. Plus I get less irritation from not having to insert and remove so many tampons. Ymmv but especially at night try it with period panties, no more ruined sheets.
Are discs easier than cups for beginners?
I would say so, yes. The suction on cups can be difficult to deal with. You just have to squeeze the disc to insert it, but a cup has to be squeezed and folded and it’s a bit difficult one-handed. A disc is also less rigid so it’s easier to seat under the cervix. It’s also really clear when a disc is seated properly (you shouldn’t feel it at all). However as discs don’t create a seal with suction they can pop when full, so if you are learning how to use them, first try them on a lighter day, preferably when you are home all day. On a light day you should be able to go 12 hours without a problem. A rough rule of thumb is that you can go at least twice as long with a disc than you would with a pad or tampon.
@@KatharineOsborne thanks!
Plus there's no sizing to get right.
@@evil1by1 true
the hello disc is great but it just is not mess free. idk why but every time i remove it i have to use more than one finger and it makes a mess.
I have it too. I can remove with one finger, but I always make a mess regardless of how many fingers I use.
How can you remove with nails on
Does it have any benefits versus a menstrual cup? I've been using my menstrual cup for 8 years and I love it. Is there any difference between a cup and a disc?
Please make a smaller hello?
I've found discs that are $10 and some that are $35. Is one better or are they all the same?
Discs are not so difficult to use as they might seem 🙃 I usually bear down a bit to push my ziggy down, and then I just take it out using two fingers.
What cup is your favourite/ most convenient?
could you please try 'sanfe' or any Indian brands
Are they available in india too ?? 🙂👀
How do these even FIT? I've tried six different reusable products and they just DON'T fit and leave me feeling bruised and hurting all the time.
You may have a low cervix and may need to try a smaller product. Also, being scared/stressed while inserting or removing can make it harder and that can cause more pain (at least from my experience it always sucks more when I’m annoyed with it than when I don’t care)
@@peacelovewar98 Thank you! Any suggestions on a low-cervix-friendly product? Does that mean I have a shorter, um... Vagina? I mean, I'm a short gal (dear me that sounded so weird), I'm five foot (152 cm) and I wonder if my height has anything to do with it. Maybe I'm just shorter everywhere. LOL
@@RemyDarling I’m not sure on the shorter vagina issue, I never got around to testing out anything past a diva cup. I bought a bunch of new products and then got pregnant. My diva cup didn’t seem to fit very well in the first days of my period so I’d just use some reusable pads or regular pads until later in my period when it seemed like my cervix moved up and the diva cup was more comfortable. I think I’m using the diva cup 1 even though I’ve had a child and the 2 is recommended for me.
We had the flex at one point, and I couldn’t figure out how to put it in right. The box even had a website you could use to see a tutorial, and it still didn’t work. I’m now 19, got my period at 12, and haven’t tried any menstrual cups. I’m thinking of trying one, but don’t know what kind to use
I tried to use a flex disk but I kept leaking, I have no clue how to get them in the correct place
Flex does have a video on their website, and at least when I first ordered in 2019, they had email support for all new users.
Flex disk may not be the reusable product for you. It could have been to small or to big or your period could have been to heavy and you may have been overflowing it without realizing. I leak through my diva cup and I’ve had it for… 5-6 years if not more by now. I finally bought different products to try and ended up pregnant so I won’t be using them for awhile.
I can't get them in, I can barely get a tampong in there ToT
I've got a ziggy and it's really easy to remove mess free😊
I used a cup before and had to go to the ER for them to take it out💀
Lol same! Never again, maybe discs are different?
Can you do a little more about first periods plz
My uterus tilts backward. I find it difficult to insert completely despite pushing as far as I can with my finger. Any advice?
Can you compare the hardness of the hello disc and nixit?
Please explain how they do not suction. I've always been skeptical about that. We all know suction and vaJJ don't go together. Please this is a genuine question
Go watch other videos about them! This isn't at all what I've seen on other things@
They just sit between the pubic bone and the other wall of the vagina below the cervix. It stays in place because it's wide and sits tucked under the pubic bone, not because of the suctiom
Cups suction and they are perfectly fine. Just break the seal before removing. If you’re not willing to get dirty yet then get over it. No matter what you choose, you’re getting dirty at some point.
Apparently mine is shaped in such a way I can’t use tampons. Will these work for me or should I just stick with pads?
I find the Flex collapses while I am wearing it and it doesn’t hold as much as it’s advertising… does this happen to anyone else? 😕
I tried the flex disk for a couple cycles and could never get it to stay in place up there. It would never seal right and end up leaking. Switched to a menstrual cup and it's been amazing
My Flex disc got stuck I had to go to the ER ☠️
Is the hello disc ok for a high cervix?
Hey I'm 15 and I tried one and it got sucked to my cervix and I gave it another shot and I when to the doctors and they said women shouldn't use because of bacteria and blood clots so is there one that you recommend that won't get sucked to my cervix. I pinched and tried to release pressure, but it didn't work
If somebody's only ever used a pad, and wants to try other stuff, with what should they start?
Cup, tampon or this disk thing?
I am certainly Not an expert but i personally found it more difficult to use the Cup because you have to Insert it right and it is relatively "big", so i think it helps to have experience with Tampons to then use Cups. I never used a Disk before but it looks big too.
I think it is easier to try tampons first because they are more slim and so more easy to use. Just remember to Change them at least every 8 hours.
I personally would test out tampons first because the cups are more of an expensive investment upfront and you can purchase tampons just about anywhere. Tampons are a bit slimmer and less hands on, so it's easier in that regard too.
Cloth pads and period undies seem like a good start too because you can use those for excessive discharge too if you want. (Unfortunately, I don't have any recommendations of any particular brands as of now.)
That lowkey looks like it hurt
Actually, it doesn’t. Remember that the vid is doing this dry. You should never be dry down there, between discharge and blood.
Any of these made with a long stiletto shaped notch?
I've been told that the only body safe silicone is the silicone that doesn't have colorants in it. Is that true and if so why do all these menstrual products contain colorants? It seems unnecessary
Right. I mean the only person seeing it is yourself. Definitely seems like they could just keep them colorless
I mean this does seem like a good question to research for yourself on Google.
Does it not spill everywhere at the end when it suddenly pops open ?
Can you use a disk with a prolapsed uterus?
What if you have a tilted (like a L kinda shape) uterus like mine; how would cups & discs work? Never tried them; would it be more difficult?
I'm so glad I don't have periods anymore 🙌
I have the first Ziggy cup and.. ugh. It's a pain to get in, it doesn't sit well and stays up behind my pubic bone. I just use the cups. I don't even bother with it anymore.
I tried a menstrual cup (flex) a week ago and the pain was terrible. Looked up tutorials on how to put it in and I did everything right, just terrible pain the entire time. I'll have to try a different type and try again but if anyone has advice I'd appreciate it)
I wonder what our ancestors would have thought of this... Like seriously would they think it was disgraceful or gross or genius I really wanna know
Does it hurt to take it out since it's all expanded unlike putting it in? And if it auto-dumps, how long can you actually keep it in without taking it out and washing?
I haven’t used a disk yet, but for a cup, I’m pretty sure it squishes back up. It doesn’t hurt to remove it.
If it auto dumps, I’d still suggest removing for cleaning based on the recommendation of which ever product you’re using.
Won't those with long nails puncture most of these disc?
I prefer discs over anything
I could never get those discs to not leak while I have no issues with cups
How about sharing some different sizes!! My cervix is naturally low and I cannot get normal sizes to fit. Like it is legit painful to try and force it up behind my pubic bone and yes I’ve checked that’s it’s pushed back far enough. I’ve even done it at the gyno. “Just get a smaller size” FROM WHERE? Give me a brand to throw my money at damnit! I certainly can’t seem to distinguish them from size to size and Vaginas are NOT one size fits all 😕
what about Quora? that's what i've been seeing in most stores. also can it be used with an IUD?
Where do you live? That is a brand I haven't heard of. As for IUD, there is helpful information here: periodnirvana.com/iud. It's a nuanced topic
How does the blood not go everywhere when you take them out?
I personally have not gotten my period yet… and that looks absolutely terrifying.
The vid actually makes it look way worse than it is tbh.
@@geekchick4859 Oh good 😅
You don't have to do Menstrual Disks right away, I personally used pads my first couple periods which don't involve putting anything in your vagina, then when you are more comfortable you can switch to something like a Tampon, Menstrual Disk, or Menstrual Cup.
@@lucyla9947 Thx! :)
I’m scared for mine 😭✌️
I always do something wrong. I always mess up my clothes. Only tried the flex.
Are the disks uncomfortable
Then guys watch this and realize what we have to insert to our body and take off how we have to rly *dig in there*
That looks like it hurts..
Okay but how do I make it from the toilet to the sink w/o the mess❓
I'm scared 🌚
The discs never haver worked for me they slide out when I put them in. That being said the cup works great for me
What's the difference between disk and cup, other than disk is more shallow?
A cup is less flexible than a disk, thus you're actually creating a seal up there with a cup when you pinch&insert it. That prevents spilling like it can happen with a disk. Also, cups tend to have bigger volume than disks, so they can last longer, but due to being less flexible and larger, cups are also more noticeable/potentially uncomfortable, and may be harder to remove with the sealing.
Question: what’s the different types of flows? Like what is a heavy one like or normal one
I honestly don’t know what kind of flow I have cause I don’t have anything to compare it with, and I’ve asked people and they’re not very helpful, And the internets no help
I just don’t know. Any replies will be much appreciated 😊
It is considered that you have a heavy flow if you bleed more than ~80 ml/period. Basically, if you have to change a night time always pad after 4 hours or less, you have a heavy period. Or if you use a cup, you can estimate how much you bleed in volume. I bleed around 150 ml per period and when I used tampons I was changing those super absorbant tampons every 2-3 hours.
@@wearenotyourkind632 thanks for replying, that’s really helpful case I never really understood when people said it in measurements. ( I’m really bad with working measurements out)
And my mum would just flat out avoid talking about periods so I didn’t have anyone to I guess teach me? But thanks cause now I know I don’t have a heavy period
I don’t know if there is something wrong with my body or if I’m just dumb but I have tried disks and cups and they don’t work at all for me. Neither do tampons though. It’ll be bone dry leaking around it.
It could be that you have the wrong size, but even regardless, it doesn't mean that there's something wrong with your body if it doesn't work for you, not everything works for everyone and that's fine.
Here’s my story for anyone interested. I’m 16 and I have a very low cervix. I’ve tried 2 cups, the saalt small (soft) first which I could never get to open and get in fully without pain so I got a smaller cup, the all matters mini. At first it was pretty good although I was very aware/could feel it, but I really wanted it to work so I kept trying for about 5 months and this month I decided I was done with it because of how much pain, I think the pain was from the cup pressing up against my cervix but I don’t know how to fix it because the cups had no where else to go because of my low cervix. I’m thinking about trying a disc but what do y’all think? Any advice?
I believe I have a low cervix, however I could be wrong. The diva cup (size 1) worked for me. They have a size 0 now I believe. I know this response is 4 months late, I hope you have found something that works for you!
Can you show removing a disc with fake blood in it??
I don't understand how this would really benefit anyone, you have to reach to dig it out (blood on your hands), you have to tug the thing out (spillage when it finally pops out), and the insertion method doesn't seem very secure especially for someone with a narrow canal that doesn't allow it to move to catch anything inside of it.
I don't think a disk is very helpful at collecting menstrual blood anyway.
I hate discs. I always make a mess . I can't ever get them out cleanly
@@AnHeC when I pull it out it out the blood ends up in the floor.