A male here. Didn't know what a menstrual cup was. Saw a story about one and was curious. Thank you for the professional explanation.

this is the most helpful thing I've found on the internet ever.

Forget the uncomfortable feeling of a damp pad especially on those hot day or the constantly stress of it leaking. Cup is a rescuer. I don't even have to worry if my period comes on my vacation or an important day. I literally forgot that i was on my period sometimes. The only down is I'm a small girl so even the smallest cups stretch me out a bit. And taking it out is a bit messy for those who are grossed out by blood or their own period blood but it's better than holding a dirty pad which looks gross and feel gross.

Hey! I bought my first cup about a month ago, I've already had my period so I thought I'd share my experience as a first time user. Now, ever since my first period, when I was about 11 ( I'm 20 now), I've only used tampons so the thought of a menstrual cup was scaring however it wasn't terrifying. The first time I put it in it took some time and some tries because I couldn't find the right fold for me or once inside it wouldn't open... But I persevered and I can actually say it's way better than tampons, so don't worry if you don't get it right in your first attempt, you'll get the hang of it just keep trying. I have to admit at first I was really worried about how messy the hole process was going to be, but to my surprise it wasn't that horrible specially if you change it at home where you have a place to clean it. Another concern I had was getting it out, turns out all you have to do, if you can't reach, is push like you do when you poop. That makes the cup go down so you can reach with your fingers and break the seal. One last thing, in case anyone is interested, since I'm from Uruguay and we don't have these kind of products here I bought mine on Amazon. I didn't have any knowledge, and I still don't, about brands so I bought the dutchess cup and it's working pretty well. I hope this was helpful ☺️

We need to get these in poorer countries where young girls and women don't have access to pads and tampons, ASAP!! It would be so cost effective and would allow girls who don't have access to tampons and pads to actually go to school when they'd otherwise have to stay home. And yes, that's a real thing. Millions of girls have to stay home while on their period because they don't have access to tampons or pads.

am I the only one who's scared to use this...

i wish i had a transparent body so that i could see how far this /tampon going. damn i m scared of it! 😲😐

It may seem crazy to some, but I’m only 11, and I’m on my SECOND period. I tried a cup because I had to go on a 10 straight drive, and I love them! A bit hard to insert, at first, but plenty of pros over cons! ❤️

this video is the best example of how a cup is inserted that I have found

as somebody who's only never used pads, even the idea of this scares me.

not gonna lie i am 11 but at school i already learned about that stuff so im just watching this to get comfortable

I've never inserted ANYTHING down there. That looks spooky 😩

The comments saying "Why am I watching this/ How did I get here?" are so annoying.

The best part, no smell or discomfort like with pads and tampons. Me, for years I suffered from irritation from pads(maybe the ingredients), and then years later I suffered something similar with tampon and the string. Constant irritation where the string was, the painful pulling out(especially if the tampon was a bit dry), I tried all types and brands. And then I went on a journey to simplify my life and purchase items with the least amount of ingredients possible. I finally ran into the cup. Just ONE INGREDIENT: Silicone. When I'm wearing it, I get zero irritation. If I position it just right, I don't feel I'm wearing it AT ALL, not even the stem, which is considerably bigger than a tampon string. Once you become more familiar with the cup(after a few periods) it becomes a breeze to do the process of removing, cleaning, and reinsertion. NEVER looking back. And if you're worried about a leak the first few uses, wear a panty liner to ease your mind. I wasted many panty liners. Lol Also, something we don't usually think about. Tampons absorb our much needed feminine bodily fluids. The fluids we need to protect the lining in our vagina. The cup doesn't absorb our precious bodily fluids, it simply collects the excess. Silicone also means less bacteria are absorbed, unlike the absorbing power of tampons. Good luck ladies.

Cups are life changing! It’s crazy that women are not educated about cups as frequently as pads and tampons. There are only benefits to using a cup!

Best thing ive ever done! Ive always been super heavy and would leak though tampons all the time, now i use a cup, i never leak and my cramps are actually less intense! 100%reccomend to every woman!

How did watching Buzzfeed go to this?

Switching to the cups was one of the best decisions and experiences in my hygiene life. Will never go back to pads and tampons! Never!

FINALLY I can see what this mess looks like in 3d,you're my savior

Thank you for the information! I switched about 2 years ago, and honestly, I love my diva cup. It was scary at first, but I got used to it super quickly. Just make sure you watch a video like this to talk to through it

Menstural cups have changed the period game. Periods are no longer a monthly hassle but just another step in my day! I love it. Wish I knew about them in high school.

Thank God for you guys. This made the perfect explanation for my daughter. It’s so hard to explain but this diagram/model was everything we needed. I am so glad she will not have to go through what I did in life every time she menstruates. Health teachers should introduce this to students.

Bruh I'm tryna do this in a few minutes and it got me hella anxious. Scrolling thru the comments, I realize I'm not the only girl nervous to put things in the cooch 😂

i understand the people who are scared for using a cup for a first time, but trust me as a person who has been using it for years, it's a way better alternative, u spend less money, you're way less smelly and messy, u don't have to worry about running out of pads, and it doesn't hurt at all if u do it properly ! it's like riding a bike, it's been very easy for me lately and i just do it in 1 2 3

Seriously, best cup demo EVER! Thank you.

Not sure how I ended up here since I'm a gay man, but this was really fascinating....

Bro I'm keeping with pads I'm I the only one who is scared of wearing a tampon or a diva cup????? Im 16 & I swear I'm terrified of putting something in there it's just terrifying just thinking about it Shout out to all the girls who are younger than me & do wear tampons and diva cups💪 Your girl here is so scared 😂😂🤦‍♀️

I’ve had my period for a year, transitioned to tampons literally a couple months after having it, and now I am ready to use a menstrual cup.

Huge thank you to this community! In addition to English, this video now has captions in Italian, Portuguese, & Spanish! ❤️

Switching to lunette cup was best decision ever, goodbye tampons!! The Cup doesn't leak, can be used 12h straight without cleaning, comfortable, doesn't show anywhere, saves environment...what else could you ask for?

One thing I really recommend is to be confident with yourself and to know yourself. You should not be afraid to put your fingers inside you or stuff. If you are ashamed of things like sex, masturbation etc - dont be! Put your fingers there and check it out! It will be easier for you to put you cup and to know yourself!

Anytime im watching a period video and its from "put a cup in it" I get excited and happy because i know they are truthful and have experience

And this is why I wish I was a guy...

When she said she's not Lubricated, I wanted to shout "WHO IS SHE?"

For all those scared or worried about the cup, don't be, it takes a lot of practice to get the hang of it. Also, no comparison to a tampon, the application method is similar but the feel is quite different and not as unpleasant, the cup doesn't absorb all fluid, just your blood, so no dry feeling. But even if you don't get the hang of it or are just too scared to try in the first place, at least consider reusable cotton pads. Better for your body (no unnecessary chemicals for "perfume"), better for the environment and better for your pocket in the long run. Hope I helped!

I literally spent two hours last night trying to put the damn thing in. I bought the exact same Lily cup as the one in the video and tried every fold. The only one with any degree of success was the fold shown in this video since the end that goes in first is the smallest of all the different folds. Even with that, I could only get the opening barely inside and never any farther. (And I believe I was sufficiently relaxed.) It was uunnnbeelieeevably difficult to keep a grip on the cup as I was trying to push it in. My hand was on the verge of cramping just trying to keep the folded shape in place while also trying to push it in. Most frustrating two hours of my life. I was about ready to hurl the cup at the wall. What I don't get is how in the world people get that weird pointed edge inside! I'm talking about the point below the top edge and above the base. How does that not hurt putting something jagged like that inside?! But clearly everyone else is managing to do it but I can't uggggghhhhh!!! I reeeally wanna switch to cups for multiple reasons, but unfortunately as of now, tampons are proving to be muchhhh easier since they're a uniform cylindrical shape that just slide right in no problem. I'm gonna practice again, but I'm afraid I'll just never get the hang of it. Edit: Guess I gotta eat my words! (and couldn't be happier about it) I just got it in!!! After many unsuccessful folds yet again, I went back to the punch fold and was miraculously able to get it in. Turns out I had to really twist and turn and shimmy it in there with both hands and put in the jagged end at an angle. Unfortunately, no idea if the positioning is correct (if the taller rim is on the "bottom" and the shorter rim is on the "top") or if it's even fully open (can't fit another finger in there to check). Definitely anticipating some leakage bc of that. But YO I'm just happy I got it in at all. Annnd later still is the obstacle of being able to get it out...

I love how informative and mature she is whilst explaining everything. Other videos I've watched weren't as well done as this one. Most of the women js laughed through the videos or acted drunk. Thanks for a greatly insightful video.

I have used the Diva Cup for 12 years now, I would NEVER go back to pads or tampons. I wish this video had been out back then though! This was so thorough and easy to understand! Thank you so much! To anyone who is scared of the thought of this, honestly, it's so much more convenient and easier than you think. You'll save tons of money too not buying pads or tampons every month!

I transfered to a cup and I’m NEVER GOING BACK! Once you get the right one and the hang of it, it’s the easiest, cleanest, greatest thing to use!

I’m like in the bathroom crying I don’t know how to take this out

"Try a different cup" easy for you to say when these things are $40 a pop.

I can't even confortably insert regular sized tampons (I use smaller sized ones) how do people do this lol.

Finally got a mensural cup and now I’m rewatching all the videos about them and being almost excited for my period? Lol

This is the best video guide for the cup I've seen. Thank you so much

Menstrual cups are literal life savers!!! I haven't bought any pads or tampons in 6 months!

This makes me want to try menstrual cups even less than I did before

I'm twelve and quite a small person I find the 7 fold works well and doesn't hurt as it has a small insertion point that is the same size

This is a great clip. . I grew up on pads n tampons.. now that I'm a mom of three teenage girls, we need to make the switch, just in savings alone is a bonus... So we will be watch this on the big screen, because I'm just going to assume my girls know nothing about these cups, and you calm voice makes it so comfortable to watch. .thank you.

"You dont have to ram it in there" lmfao why am i here

I will just stick to pads thanks

From the point of view of a 15 year old Indian, menstrual cups is the best thing ever! It is so much more hygienic and comfortable than a tampon or a pad and has little to none chances of getting diseases. I also was very very scared to use it for the first time but trust me, you'll get used it in a day or two. It doesn't hurt or anything. My suggestion is that you use a small sized cup (for an average person who has their menstrual cycles without any complications) even though you think that you need a bigger cup. I made a mistake of getting a medium sized cup the first time!! P.S: No, there is no chance of the cup getting lost up there :)

"Let's meet some of the parts" Me: oh Hi Lefty and Righty! (Ovaries) 😂😂

Y'all! These cups are THE BEST. They are the most environmentally friendly, cheapest and healthiest Option for your period! I always had Trouble with even the small tampons but not with the cup!

the use of "she" when referring to the silicon model just cracked me up

Thank gosh for this video! I was wondering why I couldn't pee comfortably and now I'm thinking I need a different cup size/style.

I share this video anytime I see a woman on fb who is worried about how it will fit in there or if they are worried about how it works. Thank you soooo much for creating this!

idk how i got here, but this was some pretty good info since i wanted to learn and maybe use a cup soon

Im a male why did i just watch this in its entirety.

After 2 years using it it's so easy to put in and remove it... I've never had a leak. It's perfection.

Really cool to see how it all works. I'll be sharing this video with friends when I tell them about how amazing menstrual cups are!

What am I doing watching a woman stuff a cup up a fake vulva at 2 in the morning? 😖

Thank you... I learned so much about my body when I saw that 3D model I can't believe I've never explored that before!!

For anyone who's scared of these, it's okay! I was scared too! The first time I inserted a cup was actually fine, but then I freaked out when it came to removing it and felt the suction. It really scared me. Videos like these helped me though! I do recommend, if your motor functions allow the use, to have one of these in your home, even if you don't regularly use it. It's a great backup for when you run out of period products you prefer, or get into uncommon situations where you need to be able to cope with bleeding for longer than a few hours. Give it a chance, familiarize yourself with it, and then use it depending on your needs and preferences. You don't need to immediately completely make the change - I actually started to instead tale birthcontrol that suppresses my period entirely - but it's great to fall back on.

I have used a Diva menstrual cup for almost 13 years. It was the best thing I ever discovered. It was the only brand available at my local health food store, I've never seen the one demonstrated here. What works best for me is to cut the tail completely off otherwise it irritates my vaginal opening and makes insertion much easier. When I insert it, I bear down to bring my cervix down which allows me to easily seat it. I fold it into quarters, insert it, allow it to open, then seat it. I found that if I tip it slightly after it opens and allow a little air in and a couple of twists, it goes into place easier. Otherwise when it opens it creates a bit of a vacuum and won't move into place properly. I just run a finger around it to make sure it is in the correct location and then contract my muscles and it goes up with them. There is no reason to fear using a menstrual cup. PROS 1. They CANNOT "get lost"! We are not bottomless pits up there, LOL. 2. Once you get used to it, they are more comfortable than a tampon. 3. They don't dry you out by drawing your vaginal moisture along with the blood like a tampon does. 4. You can use them until you completely stop spotting unlike a tampon. See item #3. 5. No need for a pantyliner, mine has NEVER leaked. Thank the lord for this one as all I do is sweat wearing them and they shred in my underwear. 6. They don't get pushed out with a bowel movement unlike a tampon. 7. I have done ballet, been in the splits on my period, and never a leak! I cannot say the same for tampons. 8. More hygienic than tampons, easier on the pipes or landfill. 9a. Easy clean up. I keep a bottle of their wash in the shower so I can clean it while showering. While I have never had an issue with spillage when removing it sitting on the toilet, this allows for easy cleaning without even thinking about spillage. I just empty it out directly in the drain, use the wash and reinsert. Sometimes it helps either putting a foot on the wall a little off the ground or squatting slightly to reinsert. I have been using them a long time so not an issue for me. 9b. When removing it on the toilet, just pull it straight down and remove holding upright. Wipe with toilet paper just to be safe, get up and dump the cup in the toilet, then wash as usual. Often I will sit back down, insert it and rinse my privates from a paper cup of warm water then dry with a paper towel. This mock bidet refreshes me for the next 12 hours. 10. If you and your partner are so inclined, you can have oral sex on your period as all the blood is captured behind it. All you do is thoroughly clean the opening to your vagina prior to engaging. I would never do this with a tampon, gross. Have never done it with the cup since that is not my thing but I could if I wanted to. I have however taken care of myself during my period and even with the uterine contractions it never leaked. Sorry, TMI. Just saying for those who don't know. 11. While not recommended due to possible "toxic shock" issues, I have gone 24 hours without cleaning it out. I could never have done that with a tampon. In fact, I used to have to change my tampons every 3 to 4 hours, wear a pantyliner and wear a maxi at night too. You could not pay me to go back to tampons!!!!!! CONS 1. Initial investment is more than a box of tampons however they pay for themselves quickly. They say to replace it every year so it won't leak, I call BS on that one as I have used the same cup for 3 years now without issue. 2. If you are squeamish/prudish about your own vagina, then this is not the product for you. You do have to stick your fingers inside yourself. They are your parts, be proud of them, know how they function and how to take care of them. 3. You have to clean it with cup wash and then boil it for 20 minutes, to me not a big deal. With the last removal I wash it and put it in a small paper cup until I have the time to sterilize it. I use filtered water just in case the chlorine in tap water could degrade it over time. Give it a try. Once you get used to it you will never go back to stuffing wads of cotton and wood pulp (rayon) up your vagina every month!

I was also on buzzfeed xD

Omg thank you so much for the practical vid and kind explanation sis!! This is perfectly what I needed aft 3 times of bloody, scary, uncomfortable and painful trial with scream and anger. It was worthy watching to understand my sensitive and stubborn cervix buddy and overcome fears of stirring her while we have nvr faced each one directly before. I feel like I will be able to respect my body and mind more by using menstrual cup as this whole process do remind my with the fact that my vagina is purely for me and part of myself not only for a fulfilment of someone else’s sexual amusement or birth. Thank you sis for encouraging me to try it again and I’m gonna definitely practice more and be familiar w using my cup!

Dude, with peace and love, this looks terrifying and I am absolutely not doing it lmao

I use it as it takes some getting used to. I used it last week and it was quite interesting when I pulled it out the first time. I like this process because it saved me from buying so many pads.

I can't see myself using this.

At first I thought this was a buzzfeed video. Whoops...

i love your videos so much! today is my first day using my cup🥺 i was so nervous because i couldn’t do it at first, however, i tried different ways to fold it and i finally put in on correctly, i’m so happy❤️

I did switch from pads to cup about 5 months back and I am very comfortable with cup. I recommend everyone reading this to try cup.

The cervix model was so helpful. Thank you for this!

Dude, I can't even put in a fucking slim tampon there is no chance of a cup working for me.

I was hella scared to use it, but at the same time, I was so sick with the irritation from the pad. I hate the smell and the waste after using it. I did research on cup for a year. Hesitation was my biggest enemy. I have been using this for a year now. My best decision ever. Now I'm not afraid to swim in any days of my period. It is a life changing product. No more itchy drama from smelly pad.

I bought the DivaCup, but it wasn’t quite my size. Then I bought the LilyCup that you used to demonstrate, and that’s when I realized my cervix actually drops during my cycle. So finally, the LunetteCup was my Goldilocks. I absolutely love it, I cannot even feel it when it is inside, and it makes me feel closer and more knowledgeable about my own body since I can see how much I’m actually bleeding. It’s the best thing ever.

I just can't wrap my head around the logistics of using a cup in a public restroom situation. Tiny cramped stalls, no access to a sink or paper towels, the difficulties in keeping your clothing clean. I could go on and on.

thanks for making a video about menstrual cups I was so confused when I first heard of them.

This is the best visual representation in YT on how to use a menstrual cup! Thank you so much for this!!!

Had my cup for 8 yrs. Game changer

Very very helpful. I finally feel like I will be able to confidently insert my cup.

I'm a guy and this is the first time I've ever heard of this, i found it from FB from a friend posting what cup she uses and I said to myself wtf is this??..lol Let me ask a lame question. When a woman wears a tampon or pad and she is active meaning jumping or doing any type of physical work out the fluids are absorbed. But with this cup, it seems like it just collects to me, which to me looks like if I had a small glass filled with water and started moving about the water would eventually start to spill out, no? Note that I'm genuinely asking because this seems like it would be messier and more problematic if someone is moving about or other such things? If these questions are silly just chaulk it up to me being a guy and no one I know has ever mentioned these cups. My wife uses the standard tampons/pads.

What kind of murder scene can you expect taking it out?!?

Life changer. I was scared for ages too but took the plunge and I'm so glad I did. There's definitely a learning curve, but there are with tampons too. It's just learning a new trick.

Those dislikes are probably period-disgusted men.

Loved this! Thank you for taking the time to make this so informative.

Wow, incredibly helpful! Was on the fence about trying a cup and you've convinced me. Thank you!

This is extremely helpful. Thank you so much for making this video. I had recently bought the Lily Cup intending to give it a try during my next cycle. Sadly, the instruction manual isn't the most helpful, especially for someone who is a visual learner like I am. So being able to see exactly how the cup being inserted and roughly where it will settle when fully in place is a godsend. Thank you!

My advice to anyone interested in trying cups is to at least start with Instead SoftCups. They aren't shaped like this, they look more like a diaphragm. They come in disposable and reusable styles, allow for 12hrs of wear, allow for comfortable and mess free sex (which is more difficult with this style of cup) and a $5 box can get most ladies thru 2 cycles so they're a cheap way to see if it's for you. Frankly I could never go back to tampons or even cups styled like this. Walmart carries them.

Tbh I’m 12 and I really want to try this to help the environment to help reduce wast so I’m trying to get comfortable with it and how it works.

Hello young people in the comments who are scared of tampons and cups! 35-yr-old here who used to be afraid of tampons too. Still afraid of cups, but I know it's just that i need practice and to try again and again. I just want to let you younger ones know, don't give up too easily! I used to think I was too small to wear a tampon, but what changed the game for me was getting the RIGHT tampon. Now I only buy the kinds that have a rounded tip. MUCH easier to insert. Also, I used to be afraid the string would break when trying to pull the tampon out, because I'm just that tight. THE STRING HAS NEVER BROKE, and I've been using tampons for 20+ years! Even if it did break, the tampon cannot be lost in your body, the cervix is in the way after all. Just ask others if you have questions, you can do it!

Thank you so much, this really really helped. I just got my cup, I didn't know really how to insert it, not really having felt around my own but seeing this visually, I feel more certain about next time when I need to use it!! this is the best video.

No wonder my pee stream becomes weaker and lasts longer when using a menstrual cup. Lol I don't why I didn't put the two and two together. Very insightful information. :)

Staring that vulva in the face was traumatic for me-😅

I NEVER comment on anything but I just really want to let you ladies know that I have always used pads because of how uncomfortable tampons are for me, but even then, I suffer after 2 days of using them because I am SO sensitive to the stuff they are made out of and how much of any natural moisture is also absorbed away ... I was VERY VERY hesitant to try the Diva cup but as I've gotten older my sensitivities are even worse now and felt that I should at least try. I did not like how much it cost at all but I am SO glad that I got it...It only took me one cycle to get used to it...and I LOVE it....It's a bit awkward getting used to and was slightly uncomfortable at first ... but SO worth at least trying.

If anyone is watching this and feeling apprehensive, trust me it's not as scary as you think!! The jump from pads to tampons is definitely a bigger adjudstment, cups are just like tampons (wherein you cant feel them) but better because you don't have to change them constantly. If anyone has any questions I'm happy to give some big sisterly advice :)

I'm sorry to say this, but the cup seems very large to me, I already had a very uncomfortable experience with (regular) tampons, and I do wish that I could use it.

I like using the punch down method because it makes the cup smaller and easier to get in but i never know if it opens or if i got it in right...

Please do a video on menstrual cup use with IUD. I would love some unbiased advise and tips. There isn’t much information available on this topic and it would be so helpful for those of us hoping to use our favorite menstrual products (cups) in conjunction with an IUD. Thank you! 🙏🤗

I've been using a menstrual cup for 2 months. The first time I used it, which was last month....it was amazing. This month I was so excited about my periods and used the cup....but it was a mess. Leakage and leakage. Thank goodness, I had kept a sanitary napkin for safety. But still... it's amazing. I didn't have to keep changing pads as I usually had to.