Mooncup / Sea Pearls

[littleange_com]

I've recently bought a mooncup, I've read lots of good reviews from people, but to be honest it just seems too big for me, I just cannot get it in! (Sorry if too much info!) Anyone have any tips?

Just been looking for an alternative and have come accross these Sea Pearls (http://www.seapearls.co.uk/) has anyone used them before?

[ohsobusy]

I haven't I'm afraid but I have heard such good reports about mooncups. I'm always so light though that I'm not sure it will be worth it for me.

Those sea pearls sound a great alternative. I'd love to know what you think of them if you decide to give them a go. :)

[Gizmos]

did you get the right size as they do come in two sizes - if you got the "larger one" it may be worth getting smaller one - think that they say you can return and refund - have you cut the "stalk" to the right length??

[littleange_com]

Yep got the smaller size and its still too big :) Need a tampax sized one - I also am very light, tend to use tampax lites mostly. Not cut the stalk as I can't even get it in at all so dont know how long it needs to be. Might give it one more try next month and see if I have any luck.

[Maverick]

You need to wet it with water, and then squeeze it in half and then half again, insert and it will pop out once inside.

You will proberbley find that the stem, is uncomfortable, this needs to be cut untill it is comfortable.

It cant be too big, babies come out of there!

Hope that explains it, better, bit drunk, on the wine lake tonight! It does get easier, and is so worth it perserve.

[littleange_com]

Thanks Maverik, I don't think I wet it so I will try that next time.

[clockwatcher]

When it's folded up like maverick said, it's not much bigger than a tampon. You might find it easiest to try again when you're nice and relaxed, maybe after a warm bath.

Might try the Sea Pearls. With DH only being home at weekends, he gets a bit narked if I'm using my mooncup when he's home!

[Mamzie]

I'm reading this with interest, as guess what I've spent my boots points on...

[Gizmos]

I'm thinking of one too - more for the environment than most things and also I think that there is a less of a risk of TSS - however not sure about the sponges ...

[littleange_com]

It does seem a lot bigger than a tampax lite when folded up, I guess I need to keep trying, I also always use applicator tampons so I guess this seems like a big change, nothing to guide me and its bigger, lol

I'm wanting to use it for environmental, financial and health reasons, I bought mine with boots points too :)

Thanks for all the help guys, I will try again next month and let you know how I get on :)

[Mamzie]

I managed to get it to work, eventually,

but have needed to cut the stalk completely off.. its def going to take some getting used to, but seems quite good.

[mutley muppet]

Glad I found this thread... I've been thinking of getting a mooncup to save money & help the environment.
I've just found a site selling them for £14.95 inc P&P.

Also I'm not sure whether to get size A or B? I am aged over 30 but not had kids???
The mooncup site says over 30's should get a size A bigger one? Not sure though?

How you are all geting on with yours?
MM. x

[Mamzie]

Its great.

I got the smaller one and thats fine. I am over 30, and 2 kids by cs, but I'm only just over 5' tall.

It does take some getting used to, but once you do, its a dream.

[mutley muppet]

Thanks Mamzie. It won't let me rep you, sorry.

I think I might get the smaller one.

Only 3mm difference, but hey, apparently size does matter! ;)

MM. x

[Maverick]

Mutley some boots are selling them off for 50p each! I am the same age as you no kids I went for the smaller one and am glad I did

[mmm]

Mutley some boots are selling them off for 50p each! I am the same age as you no kids I went for the smaller one and am glad I did


WIsh i could find one of the reduced ones. I couldnt find them when I looked in boots a couple of weeks ago.

It was a small store maybe its just the larger stores that stock them.

[Ladyshopper]

I really admire you all for giving them a go. Unfortunately for me, the "yuk" factor seems to outweigh the environmental benefits etc, and I just can't persuade myself! I am also very heavy, so think the "yuk" factor might be even worse.

[mutley muppet]

Mutley some boots are selling them off for 50p each! I am the same age as you no kids I went for the smaller one and am glad I did

Just checked out my two local Boots are they both sell them, but for £19.99.
Please tell me that it is obvious if they are 50p? They are in the clearance bit right? SEL said £19.99 and they were by the Tampax etc.

I really admire you all for giving them a go. Unfortunately for me, the "yuk" factor seems to outweigh the environmental benefits etc, and I just can't persuade myself! I am also very heavy, so think the "yuk" factor might be even worse.

I thought "Yuk" when I first heard off them but I have read a few reviews and I dont think it is as messy as I originally thought. Plus you dont have the hassle of changing it so often.

Also I resent paying so much for tampons. I can only use the Natracare organic ones and they aren't cheap. Regular tampax make me headachey & sicky and I'm a bit wary of the toxic shock thing.

If anyone finds a cheap one in Boots or has one they don't want please PM me. I'm happy to swap for points!

MM. x

p.s. Wish they sold them in Tesco then I could get one with H&B!:D

[Gizmos]

mutley I've been looking as well no luck - might try some more obscure store

[Ladyshopper]

I don't get on with tampons anyway, so thats another thing puts me off using them.

Start a petition to get them sold at Tesco, I'm suprised they don't actually. Could you use your Boots points to buy them? Or Boots vouchers from pigsback?

[mutley muppet]

I havent got many Boots or Pigsback points. :( I can only just manage enough energy to do Tescoing, lol!

Edit: Just looked at Pigsback and I have 1,160 points!!! Is that enough to get a Boots voucher???

[Ladyshopper]

Yep, its 1000 points for a Boots voucher, order one quick, then you're half way there!

[mutley muppet]

Yay, what a bonus! :D How long do vouchers normally take to arrive?

[Ladyshopper]

I've normally had them in about a week, but I think if there are problems with stock levels of vouchers it can take a bit longer.

[angel,dust]

I really admire you all for giving them a go. Unfortunately for me, the "yuk" factor seems to outweigh the environmental benefits etc, and I just can't persuade myself! I am also very heavy, so think the "yuk" factor might be even worse.

snap, snap and snap lol
might have a look at those sea pearls and see what is the deal with them but if they are yucky or are unlikely to be able to deal with the heaviness then there is no chance lol

[Ladyshopper]

I almost dread asking this, but what are Sea Pearls, are they same kind of thing as Moon Cup, or different?

[angel,dust]

SEA PEARL are Natural Sea Sponge Tampons?
http://www.seapearls.co.uk/

don't think these are for me either lol ahh well

[mutley muppet]

Nah, I dont fancy the look of sponges either. I think I like the Mooncups cos you can sterilse them between periods. Not sure you can do that with a sponge!

[suziq]

i think i cut my stalk a bit short, and having short arms doesnt help. not sure i cud face the idea of boiling it in a pan either! will have another go tho.

[pookienoodle]

I really admire you all for giving them a go. Unfortunately for me, the "yuk" factor seems to outweigh the environmental benefits etc, and I just can't persuade myself! I am also very heavy, so think the "yuk" factor might be even worse.

the yuk factor is not that bad, when you get used to it .
no worse than changing a tampon if your heavy imho.
worth mentioning that lots of people have reported noticably lighter and less painful periods using the mooncup.
I love mine( perhaps love is too strong a word) and now I don't have to worry about tampons blocking our ancient plumbing.

[pookienoodle]

i think i cut my stalk a bit short, and having short arms doesnt help. not sure i cud face the idea of boiling it in a pan either! will have another go tho.

I bought a crappy steam steriliser from a boot sale for exclusive moon cup use.

[Gizmos]

I bought a crappy steam steriliser from a boot sale for exclusive moon cup use.

Tesco have them for 999 points at the mo ;)

[Ladyshopper]

Wonder how many of our male members have looked at this thread and wished they hadn't !! :D

[whamfanuk]

i am not male and i wished i never looked

[DebbieE]

Wonder how many of our male members have looked at this thread and wished they hadn't !! :D

Lol, I bet they've read 2 posts & thought - right time for a sharp exit!

Can't get me head round these things tho' - seems a lot of fiddling & faffing!

[Gizmos]

my "scare" is if you remove it and accidentally squeeze the cup too hard and it "goes all over"

[whamfanuk]

my "scare" is if you remove it and accidentally squeeze the cup too hard and it "goes all over"

:shocked::shocked::shocked:

[Ladyshopper]

my "scare" is if you remove it and accidentally squeeze the cup too hard and it "goes all over"


:eek::eek::eek::eek:

[DebbieE]

my "scare" is if you remove it and accidentally squeeze the cup too hard and it "goes all over"

Yewww! And if it was at work .....and all over your work clothes......and all over the floor!

Think I'll stick with me tried & tested!

[whamfanuk]

oh giz your cup runneth over my friend

[whamfanuk]

Yewww! And if it was at work .....and all over your work clothes......and all over the floor!

Think I'll stick with me tried & tested!

i'll stick to action man stretchers

[Ladyshopper]

oh giz your cup runneth over my friend

pmsl!!

[Gizmos]

Yewww! And if it was at work .....and all over your work clothes......and all over the floor!

Think I'll stick with me tried & tested!

I have a spare pair of trousers and to at work all the time!!! though hmmm no shoes

[DebbieE]

I have a spare pair of trousers and to at work all the time!!! though hmmm no shoes

Wham can lend u a few pairs!

[Ladyshopper]

Visions of me in my uniform at work with an overflowing cup. Not a good look!! :D

[Mamzie]

you'd actually be suprised how much it collected... I was... A lot less than I thought.

I guess its sorta like when kids get cut. It looks a lot more than it actually is.

How much detail to go into, hmm, but I wouldn't think it would fill in 24 hours or more, and as it doesn't go that long, its fine. A sports bottle of water is very handy for rinsing it off.

[Ladyshopper]

Its not a 50p Boots clearance bargain, but just found the mooncup reduced to £14.99 at the ethical superstore.

http://www.ethicalsuperstore.com/specials.php?page=3

Think there are usually money off codes lurking about if you try google?

[oliveoyl]

I have a Mooncup and think it's so much better than the alternatives.

Pads I find are a bit horrible... you can feel the damp patch, and also I got paranoid about a smell when I used to wear them. I didn't mind tampons so much but there's the risk of toxic shock and they need changing much more often than Mooncups. I'm quite heavy but haven't had any leakage problems with them, but they are very different and do take some getting used to.

And the worry of spraying it all over the bathroom can be overcome by holding a bit of loo roll underneath as you take it out... of course that doesn't help much if you've had a few drinky-poos and lose your balance :o

*whispers* Does anybody else have to take their's out before going for a #2?

[clockwatcher]

I've not had thrush since I started using my Mooncup - it's made such a difference!

[oliveoyl]

Me neither... and I've only just noticed since you said that.

[princesskerry]

I've heard about this but always been a bit squimish thinking about it. but it sounds like lots of you are getting along with it. Cant imagine the idea of using anything like that just yet, had too many things poked around down there for the time being but maybe in the future.:D

[Ladyshopper]

And the worry of spraying it all over the bathroom can be overcome by holding a bit of loo roll underneath as you take it out... of course that doesn't help much if you've had a few drinky-poos and lose your balance :o

*whispers* Does anybody else have to take their's out before going for a #2?[/QUOTE]


Pmsl!!! But seriously, you're not selling it to me, just making me even more squeamish!

[oliveoyl]

And the worry of spraying it all over the bathroom can be overcome by holding a bit of loo roll underneath as you take it out... of course that doesn't help much if you've had a few drinky-poos and lose your balance :o

*whispers* Does anybody else have to take their's out before going for a #2?


Pmsl!!! But seriously, you're not selling it to me, just making me even more squeamish!

:p Sorry... but they are good though (the term 'good' being relative here... I mean I wouldn't use one just for the fun of it or anything you understand).

*whispers* Does anybody else have to take their's out before going for a #2? ^ I guess not! Well that's a bit embarrassing then :shocked: :o :D

[missfendi]

I have a Mooncup and think it's so much better than the alternatives.

Pads I find are a bit horrible... you can feel the damp patch, and also I got paranoid about a smell when I used to wear them. I didn't mind tampons so much but there's the risk of toxic shock and they need changing much more often than Mooncups. I'm quite heavy but haven't had any leakage problems with them, but they are very different and do take some getting used to.

And the worry of spraying it all over the bathroom can be overcome by holding a bit of loo roll underneath as you take it out... of course that doesn't help much if you've had a few drinky-poos and lose your balance :o

*whispers* Does anybody else have to take their's out before going for a #2?

sshh, i do as it naturally protudes out with the pressure (pushing) iyswim:eek:

[Maverick]

I love my mooncup.

[missfendi]

hi all,
i have just used one from this week as

suffer from thrush and BV often
want to help the environment
(and my plumbing in the home) sometimes i think the tampax has flushed (and does not always)
cheaper


since using it i have been thinking i will not go back to tampons (unless there is an emergency situation)
At work i have to 'sneak' tampons in my sock, or wear a jacket if i want to 'change' them (as taking a bag into the ladies is kinda obvious.
With the mooncup it is easy, our toilets have a wash basin in each one so i do not need to take water with me.

initially i kept the stalk thingy but now i have cut it off completely and it is so comfy (like a tampon)

i am not a fan of periods etc and i do not like changing pads, tampons or even the mooncup but it is a natural process for a woman to go through monthly so we cannot avoid it.

I would advise anyone to go for the mooncup (i have been thinking about it for 2 years before taking the plunge):clap2:

[Tuckerpoo]

I've never heard of 'Mooncup' What a great idea. I won't be needing it for much longer but I have to work without a loo break sometimes for over 2 hours and it can be embarrassing:(

[pookienoodle]

I also love my mooncup.
when hubbie was having his operation me and the mil were talking to the nurses,we got round to the subject of periods.
mil starts going on about my mooncup( she is facinated by it)and pretty soon we have about 7 or 8 nurses asking about it.
they were facinated and most said they would give it a try.
I suppose nurses are naturally not sqeamish and on a budget.

[Dormouse]

i am not a fan of periods etc
I doubt anyone is :shocked: :lol:

Seriously, I've used my Mooncup for a few years now and it's great, would definitely recommend it. I too had the 'yuck' factor when I first heard about it, but gradually got used to the idea. Once you've been through childbirth a couple of times, you don't find many things yucky any more! :D

Although I am just returning back to it after having a baby, so after over a year's break it's like learning how to use it all over again :o.

[Dormouse]

sshh, i do as it naturally protudes out with the pressure (pushing) iyswim:eek:
*whispers* yes, me too! :shocked:

[missfendi]

*whispers* yes, me too! :shocked:

:love::love:

[missfendi]

I've not had thrush since I started using my Mooncup - it's made such a difference!

me neither, i always had 'chronic' thrush and changed to cotton panties, cotton tampons to no avail

Forgot completely that the tampons are made of all sorts of materials and never thought that it could be the tampons that were causing the problems until I used the mooncup and now the problem has gone:clap2:

[mutley muppet]

I'm glad you bumped this thread.

I bought a mooncup last year, but I kept leaking out. :(

I think I bought the wrong size. I havent had children so I bought the smaller one, but I'm quite tall & over 30 years old so I'm now thinking maybe I need the larger size. Or maybe I'm just not putting it in right! :confused:

I'll give it another go next month and if I still struggle will buy the different sized one.

Interesting what you say about thrush though, as I've suffered with it a lot and always use organic cotton tampons, would be great if using a mooncup would sort that out!

MM x

[Dormouse]

I find mine leaks occasionally. My guess is it's more to do with the position of the cup rather than the size (as I do use the larger size :o).

[muppet11]

hi there

i have been using a mooncup for about a year now and it is the best thing i ever bought.

if it is leaking then maybe you aren't getting the seal right, double check by just going round the top with your finger or i have occasionally leaked when i have not cleaned it out in time! :o

[Gizmos]

i still never got one - right - mission for the day - buy one

does anyone swim in theres or am I better with tampons - what about other exercise?

[muppet11]

swimming is fine lovey.

[*debbie*]

Oh, I'm so glad i don't have to worry about all this - I've not had a period for 10 years as I have the Depo injection for contraception - best thing since sliced bread - actually, a whole heap better than sliced bread too!

[Mrs_N]

Hmm I've looked at these and wondered if they are good or not. The absence of thrush would be the biggest factor in me getting one. I wonder what size though? I'm over 30 (well over in fact). Had 2 kids by caesarian, but was told at my last 2 smears that I'm very small inside. It now in my notes for the nurses to use the smallest speculum as anything bigger really hurts me. - She also said my husband was a very lucky man :blush:

[pookienoodle]

I'm glad you bumped this thread.

I bought a mooncup last year, but I kept leaking out. :(

I think I bought the wrong size. I havent had children so I bought the smaller one, but I'm quite tall & over 30 years old so I'm now thinking maybe I need the larger size. Or maybe I'm just not putting it in right! :confused:

I'll give it another go next month and if I still struggle will buy the different sized one.

Interesting what you say about thrush though, as I've suffered with it a lot and always use organic cotton tampons, would be great if using a mooncup would sort that out!

MM x

I find running it under the tap to make sure its really wet first helps.
If you were a tampon wearer you need to resist the urge to put it too far up.
it will leak if its in too high.
I always put it in and then pull it down a bit until I feel it seal.
Why not have a little practice inserting it when you are not on your period so its not as messy to get it right?(take it out straight away though)

[Mrs_N]

are they made of silicone?

[mutley muppet]

I find running it under the tap to make sure its really wet first helps.
If you were a tampon wearer you need to resist the urge to put it too far up.
it will leak if its in too high.
I always put it in and then pull it down a bit until I feel it seal.
Why not have a little practice inserting it when you are not on your period so its not as messy to get it right?(take it out straight away though)

Thanks for the tips everyone. :)

So do I need it as low as possible Pookie? (without it poking out, lol!)
I think maybe I was trying to push it up too far like a tampon? :o
MM x

[kedger25]

Ive been using mine for a couple of years now,MM i find that if u push it as far as u can (without hurting ureself of course!)stand up then u can feel if its up enough iyswim,i find if it is up abit too far,i then push alittle to bring it down (soz if tmi!),
I too havent had thrush since using mine with was a monthly occurance,i wouldnt go back to using anything else now!
Good luck xx

[littlelibrarylass]

i swim in mine and also practice yoga with it in and have had no problems.
best thing i've spent my boots points on!

[missfendi]

Ive been using mine for a couple of years now,MM i find that if u push it as far as u can (without hurting ureself of course!)stand up then u can feel if its up enough iyswim,i find if it is up abit too far,i then push alittle to bring it down (soz if tmi!),
I too havent had thrush since using mine with was a monthly occurance,i wouldnt go back to using anything else now!
Good luck xx

mine was monthly too... for years!!
I constantly had canestan cream and tablet thingys from the doctor or GUM clinic (it was there that they said I had 'chronic" thrush

been all clear for the last 4 months i have used the mooncup

[Dormouse]

i still never got one - right - mission for the day - buy one

does anyone swim in theres or am I better with tampons - what about other exercise?
Yep I swim in mine but you have to make sure you empty it after swimming as water tends to get in there somehow. :o :shocked:

As for, erm, inserting it, I wouldn't say it's very low but not too high up, sort of in the middle. :D

[pookienoodle]

Taken from mooncup website FAQ
Hi,
Just writing for some advice. I bought a Mooncup at Glastonbury festival after wanting one for so long. I have been using it month after month and still I leak. I have to use pads as well, and my main reason for wanting Mooncup was for eco reasons. Please help me because I don’t want to go back to the old ways.

Yours Catherine



Dear Catherine,

I am sorry that you are having problems but I am sure we can find a solution. The most common reason for leakage is not placing the Mooncup low enough in your vagina. The Mooncup needs to be placed just inside the entrance to your vagina, not up near the cervix where tampons are placed.

Also, you need to check that the whole of the stem is fully inside you. Most women need to trim the stem. If you think you need to trim the stem, remove your Mooncup and cut the end with scissors. Trim a little off at a time and reinsert your Mooncup to check how it sits. Repeat this process until it is fully inside you and is comfortable.

Another reason for leakage is due to poor seal formation with your vaginal wall. You can try twisting and rotating the Mooncup once inserted. You can also try pulling the mooncup down slightly and then gently pushing it inward. Clamping your pelvic floor muscles around the Mooncup will also help to create a good seal.

Occasionally leakage can occur because the small holes below the rim of the Mooncup have become blocked. Use a clean pin and remove any debris blocking the holes. Wash your Mooncup and re-insert.

Finally, leakage may be due to the size you are using not being a good fit. In this case please contact the advice service.



Best Wishes
Cathy
Hope this gives you a better idea

[pammy]

OMG I feel embarrassed but what on earth is a mooncup? I can sort of realise its purpose! And how much are they?

[hflower74]

http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1073277&classificationid=1024498

Anyone know if its £19.99 instore Boots aswel?

[pammy]

would this be ok for heavy periods? I never got on with tampons and not sure i would get on with that either!

[keatergreyhound]

There brill for heavy times
If you need a bit of help you can always put water or l,ube on it to help get it in right
I used to have one but then mother nature decided to make me suffer no more (yeah) but question where my 2 kids come from?
Also those sponges were used years ago as contraceptives
You used one to absorb sperm then removed it after sex
I cannot see it being very reliable
(oh my word ive talked about embarrasing things and havent blushed)

[Mamzie]

I love mine too... Fantastic for long meetings and swimming.

I'm quite short and had to remove the stem completly for it to be comfy and low enough not to leak. Also even through I've had 2 kids (sections) and am over 30 the small size suits me great.

[hflower74]

Which is the small size? A or B :confused:

[Mamzie]

Size B is the one I use.

[missfendi]

how do you get around the 'leaky days/heavy days' when using a mooncup?

[Dormouse]

I actually find it's very good even for very heavy days as long as it's in properly (which usually takes me a few goes :rolleyes:). Haven't really had any leaks recently, but it's taken me ages to master the technique of inserting it. :cool::D

[clockwatcher]

how do you get around the 'leaky days/heavy days' when using a mooncup?

I still use a pad for backup, but empty the mooncup as often as possible.

[Dormouse]

Yep, sorry, forgot to say I do use a pantyliner just in case on heavy days :)

[colman]

Feel that i need to share this story with you all...and to also give you a warning.....


was last night chopping some chillis for our tea...bit later on in the evening, i went to change my mooncup....thought i had been struck down with instant cystitits, you can probably guess what happened, i still had chillis on my hands, the pain was horrendous, i didn't know what to do it hurt so much!!!

So girls moral of the story DON'T CHOP CHILLIS AND THEN GO AND CHANGE YOUR MOON CUP!!!

[pookienoodle]

Poor you,buy yourself some disposable gloves for chopping chillis,not only can it be painful but if you get it in your eyes you can damage your cornea.

[beckieboop]

omgg!!
never in my life had i heard of these kinda things lol
im quite amazed lol thanks girls x

[hflower74]

I finally got round to buying one of these with my Boots points last month. Got it out the box went 'whoaaaa!!' put it back in the box and thought i'd give it ago next month!!

Got to pluck up the courage to try and insert that thing, its big! Plenty of KY me thinks!!

[Tuckerpoo]

Feel that i need to share this story with you all...and to also give you a warning.....


was last night chopping some chillis for our tea...bit later on in the evening, i went to change my mooncup....thought i had been struck down with instant cystitits, you can probably guess what happened, i still had chillis on my hands, the pain was horrendous, i didn't know what to do it hurt so much!!!

So girls moral of the story DON'T CHOP CHILLIS AND THEN GO AND CHANGE YOUR MOON CUP!!!

:eek::eek::eek:

[pookienoodle]

I finally got round to buying one of these with my Boots points last month. Got it out the box went 'whoaaaa!!' put it back in the box and thought i'd give it ago next month!!

Got to pluck up the courage to try and insert that thing, its big! Plenty of KY me thinks!!

fold it in 4,its not so big then,bear in mind how big a tampon gets when its finished its job.
have a little practice when you are not on your period,it can take a while to get the hang of but once you do its so worthwile.
I definatly think it has lightened and shortened my period.

[Maverick]

Feel that i need to share this story with you all...and to also give you a warning.....


was last night chopping some chillis for our tea...bit later on in the evening, i went to change my mooncup....thought i had been struck down with instant cystitits, you can probably guess what happened, i still had chillis on my hands, the pain was horrendous, i didn't know what to do it hurt so much!!!

So girls moral of the story DON'T CHOP CHILLIS AND THEN GO AND CHANGE YOUR MOON CUP!!!

Your not alone :eek:

[mutley muppet]

Feel that i need to share this story with you all...and to also give you a warning.....


was last night chopping some chillis for our tea...bit later on in the evening, i went to change my mooncup....thought i had been struck down with instant cystitits, you can probably guess what happened, i still had chillis on my hands, the pain was horrendous, i didn't know what to do it hurt so much!!!

So girls moral of the story DON'T CHOP CHILLIS AND THEN GO AND CHANGE YOUR MOON CUP!!!

OMG I do sympathise with you as years ago I used to work in a factory packing spices and yikes I have got ground chilli in my eyes and down below! Not nice! :shocked:
MM x

[Dormouse]

I finally got round to buying one of these with my Boots points last month. Got it out the box went 'whoaaaa!!' put it back in the box and thought i'd give it ago next month!!

Got to pluck up the courage to try and insert that thing, its big! Plenty of KY me thinks!!
Remember, you need to cut off most (or all) of the stalk so it's not that big. Plus as Pookie said, you fold it anyway. Honestly, it's not that bad! :)

[Gizmos]

house the burning Colman ...

[holliemon]

omg I have going to have to read this thread - I am soooo sheltered never heard of these.

By the way I thought Colman was a man........ sorry....... its the piccie

[KittyKat]

Wtf is a mooncup! Do I need to read the whole thread to find out?!

[KittyKat]

Eugh I just found the link for the sea sponges I dont fancy that, I thought I was missing something of a sexual nature- Thought I'd need some sort of catch up on what happens when I do it again! lol

God I need to find a bloke!

[Gizmos]

an innovative alternative to tampons

http://www.mooncup.co.uk/

[Mamzie]

They are fab, once you get used to them, so freeing and no toxic shock problems.

Colman - ouch hun....

[KittyKat]

I really admire you all for giving them a go. Unfortunately for me, the "yuk" factor seems to outweigh the environmental benefits etc, and I just can't persuade myself! I am also very heavy, so think the "yuk" factor might be even worse.

I have read as far as this and don't think I can read any further :/ I still haven't a clue what a moon cup is and really don't think I want to know now so please ignore my previous question. Eugh yuk lol

[KittyKat]

Bug*er Giz curiosity got the better of me just had a nose I'm not fancying the idea.
I also found I was allergic to some kinda plasticy material when an ex bought me a rabbit I couldn't walk for at least a week it was so painful I had to call NHS Direct the nurse laughed advised I went to Docs but I couldnt face it had to ask my mum to borrow a fiver to get a cream and she wouldn't give it to me til I told her god it hurt so much! It was horrendous never again must be something to do with latex or silicone or something

[holliemon]

Oh I have just read this thread - yes all of it - and I think it is gross - I just cant imagine emptying a cup of you know what...............its turning my stomach

[KittyKat]

lol I couldn't stomach all of it! I have got further than I thought though and good on those that are trying it out haven't got as far as any bad reports and the fact you can swim in it is quite an amazement, I don't think I can read anymore I'm not good with blood hospitals needles or anything like that

[Siaron]

Oh I have just read this thread - yes all of it - and I think it is gross - I just cant imagine emptying a cup of you know what...............its turning my stomach

Now I'm not usually squeamish......but my god how much do I agree with you!!! No, no, no I just couldn't! Plus the fact that I've been bleeding since August (sorry if tmi) I'd be constantly adjusting!!
xx

[Mamzie]

Its suprising, you wouldn't empty as often as you would change normal sanitary products...

Only just realised I haven't had ruddy thrush since using this either.

[Siaron]

Think that maybe we should all be given one for free - I'm sure if men had to put up with periods then it would have been sorted by now!
xx

[holliemon]

It seems good for health reasons...... but as I am ok I think I will stick to the normal.

[sandhabibi]

I dont think I'll be trying them...yuk...

Kittykat---The Mooncup will not cause irritation and is suitable for women with sensitive skin, thrush, eczema or allergy.
lol

You have to sterilise them like baby equipment or boil in a pan, omg pmsl, specially if someone then come to boil something in pan without realising...yuk yuk yuk.

[colman]

house the burning Colman ...

it took nearly an hour to disappear.....i shall in future wear gloves when chopping chillis!!!

I have never felt pain like it, it really was horrendous!!!

Still makes me laugh when i think about it though!!!

[pookienoodle]

I really don't understand why lots of women are so squeemish about their own bodily fluids and yet seem to have no objection to swapping saliva and allowing their partners to deposit their bodily fluids inside them.
If we were all too squeemish to come into contact with bodily fluids there would be no human race.

[clockwatcher]

There's no room for other bodily fluids to be deposited inside you if you're wearing a mooncup! :o

[pookienoodle]

There's no room for other bodily fluids to be deposited inside you if you're wearing a mooncup! :o

:DLOL

[Dormouse]

I really don't understand why lots of women are so squeemish about their own bodily fluids and yet seem to have no objection to swapping saliva and allowing their partners to deposit their bodily fluids inside them.
If we were all too squeemish to come into contact with bodily fluids there would be no human race.
Well said - especially when women who have been through childbirth etc are sqeamish about their own blood? :confused: I have two children and TBH have had to deal with all sorts of bodily fluids :shocked:, so nothing fazes me anymore. :cool:

Actually, when I first heard about the Mooncup ages ago, I did think it's a bit 'yuck' too so it took a bit of time to get used to the idea. However, I would never actually post on a forum that it is 'yuck' as I do find that offensive to people who use it.

[pookienoodle]

Well said - especially when women who have been through childbirth etc are sqeamish about their own blood? :confused: I have two children and TBH have had to deal with all sorts of bodily fluids :shocked:, so nothing fazes me anymore. :cool:

Actually, when I first heard about the Mooncup ages ago, I did think it's a bit 'yuck' too so it took a bit of time to get used to the idea. However, I would never actually post on a forum that it is 'yuck' as I do find that offensive to people who use it.

Well done for giving it a try,I wish more women would,can you imagine the enviromental impact if just 10% of women used them?

[Mamzie]

I did think yeauch when I first heard of them, but they are not really as bad as it seems, and amazingly easy and convenient once you ar eused to them.

[Scottishmum]

Oh wow, I've just discovered I am among friends. I was just about to start a green/moneysaving tip thread and discovered its already here. Thought I would resurrect it though in case any newer people haven't heard of the mooncup.

I've been using one for 18 months now and I have to say its revolutionised my monthlies. Now there's a statement! lol

Less cramp, shorter periods, saved money, helped the environment. What more could a girl ask for!

Gentlemen - you can look away now lol.

[Mamzie]

Welcome to the club hun, xxx

[caravan502]

What will happen when you go through the new Xray scanners at the airport with a
mooncup...:)

[Scottishmum]

Oooo what do the new scanners do? Will it show up medical grade sillicon?

[tyroleandancer]

Oooo what do the new scanners do? Will it show up medical grade sillicon?

Very good question

[numpty]

now that would be scary! would they think your smuggling something??? OMG!

[Billy]

Just bumping this before I take the plunge!

A few questions if I may:
What size should I get, I am 5"11 age 35 and had 2 children naturally?
I usually have light periods and use a mini tampax so will it be worth it or is it just for heavy periods?
Has anyone used one and not got on with it?
Does it feel like a tampax when inserted i/ can you feel it?
Where is the best place to buy one?

Thanks for any replies I don't want to fork out £20 only for it to sit under my bathroom sink with all the other junk.

[pookienoodle]

Just bumping this before I take the plunge!

A few questions if I may:
What size should I get, I am 5"11 age 35 and had 2 children naturally?
I usually have light periods and use a mini tampax so will it be worth it or is it just for heavy periods?
Has anyone used one and not got on with it?
Does it feel like a tampax when inserted i/ can you feel it?
Where is the best place to buy one?

Thanks for any replies I don't want to fork out £20 only for it to sit under my bathroom sink with all the other junk.

this is a great site as it has all the different cups as well as a guide.
http://www.femininewear.co.uk/guide-cups-g-30.html?osCsid=3eb4fujcv5s6qdtrttmng8ka50
I can't feel my cup at all and sometimes forget I am on until I go to the bathroom.
I think it is worth it if you have lighter periods as you should have have no problems with it and it will save you a fortune and they must be healthier for you.

[j9mcl]

I use this to sterilise my mooncup - 2 mins and all done - no pans of boiling water http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Microwave-Soother-Steriliser-Box_120936/

[jejawill]

I use this to sterilise my mooncup - 2 mins and all done - no pans of boiling water http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Microwave-Soother-Steriliser-Box_120936/

Thats a good idea :)

[pookienoodle]

I use this to sterilise my mooncup - 2 mins and all done - no pans of boiling water http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Microwave-Soother-Steriliser-Box_120936/

ooh thats good,
I use an old baby steriliser at the moment but its so big.
that looks ideal.

[Billy]

Thanks for the info & link Pookienoodle, have repped.

[Dormouse]

I use this to sterilise my mooncup - 2 mins and all done - no pans of boiling water http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Microwave-Soother-Steriliser-Box_120936/
That's a fab idea, thanks! :clap2:I do the pan of water thing and it's a pain in the neck LOL :o

I've always thought you were male BTW :shocked::behindsofa::D:focus:

[Dormouse]

Just bumping this before I take the plunge!

A few questions if I may:
What size should I get, I am 5"11 age 35 and had 2 children naturally?
I usually have light periods and use a mini tampax so will it be worth it or is it just for heavy periods?
Has anyone used one and not got on with it?
Does it feel like a tampax when inserted i/ can you feel it?
Where is the best place to buy one?

Thanks for any replies I don't want to fork out £20 only for it to sit under my bathroom sink with all the other junk.
I would get the bigger size as you're tall and you've given birth - I think that's what their site used to say anyway.

When you're first getting used to it, you'll probably feel it, but once you get the knack, you shouldn't feel it at all. I quite often forget it's in :o and sometimes even forget I'm on my period :shocked::clap2:

Their website used to offer a 3-month money back guarantee if you really don't get on with it, not sure if they still do?

[j9mcl]

I've always thought you were male BTW :shocked::behindsofa::D:focus:

Nope - all woman the last time I looked!!

[Billy]

I would get the bigger size as you're tall and you've given birth - I think that's what their site used to say anyway.

When you're first getting used to it, you'll probably feel it, but once you get the knack, you shouldn't feel it at all. I quite often forget it's in :o and sometimes even forget I'm on my period :shocked::clap2:

Their website used to offer a 3-month money back guarantee if you really don't get on with it, not sure if they still do?

Thanks Dormouse have a repl. Still on the fence at the moment. I don't get on with non applicator tampons they always feel they are not in right so am worried I might not get on with a Mooncup. Is it helpful to compare to a tampon or is this a completely different ball game?

I like the idea you can carry in your bag or on holiday and not take up as much room as a pack of thirty.

[Scottishmum]

Absolutely completely different feeling from a tampon. If its in correctly you won't know its there!

You also don't get that nasty dragging feeling pulling it out that you get with a tampon. Nor that the life is being sucked out you! lol

[del01]

Well, you learn something every day...I've never heard of either of these products and had to look up mooncup on Google :confused:

Thank you all as I've read this thread with interest and I've learned something new today :)

[Billy]

Absolutely completely different feeling from a tampon. If its in correctly you won't know its there!

You also don't get that nasty dragging feeling pulling it out that you get with a tampon. Nor that the life is being sucked out you! lol

Thanks for this Scottishmum. Yes I hate that feeling!

[Billy]

I purchased a Femi cup from Amazon for around £13 the other week. Came on yesterday. Cut the stalk off and gave a go and wow! Brilliant. used it yesterday evening and last night and it's been in all day so far at work. Feels really comfy, much better then a tampon can't feel that it's in. Easy to put in and out felt right first time. When I go for a wee I don't need to replace it like I used to for a Tampon. Why did I not do this sooner? Going to be better for the enviroment, save me money and great for when you are on holidays. So happy! anyone on the fence I would recommend. also my stomach ache does not seem to bad.:):):)

[pookienoodle]

I purchased a Femi cup from Amazon for around £13 the other week. Came on yesterday. Cut the stalk off and gave a go and wow! Brilliant. used it yesterday evening and last night and it's been in all day so far at work. Feels really comfy, much better then a tampon can't feel that it's in. Easy to put in and out felt right first time. When I go for a wee I don't need to replace it like I used to for a Tampon. Why did I not do this sooner? Going to be better for the enviroment, save me money and great for when you are on holidays. So happy! anyone on the fence I would recommend. also my stomach ache does not seem to bad.:):):)

Its because most women don't know they even excist,maybe the manufacturers should do free talks in school the way Tampon manufacturers do.
The more women us cup users tell,the more women will discover them.
Glad to see you have made the change.

[Scottishmum]

Great stuff Billy! It really is quite literally life changing!

I've actually bought my sister a mooncup for her Christmas lol.

[Billy]

Great stuff Billy! It really is quite literally life changing!

I've actually bought my sister a mooncup for her Christmas lol.

What a good idea. Agree about being life changing. I no longer dread my monthly's.