The disposable one was the most comfortable period experience I've ever had

I am trying them this week and actually dont hurt at all if your wondering

@@jammiechi4144 i feel like I’m just too scared to even try it 😭

@@emsdaddyyy trust me it’s not that scary

@@emsdaddyyy same!!

THIS!! i have horrible cramps using it too i might buy the Hello one if it helped out 😅

You will love it. I do.

Same and I'm disappointed. They are NOT cheap! And you can't return them. I want my 40 bucks back. A GIMMIK

There are subreddits for both r/menstrualdiscs and r/menstrualcups. They have a lot more info because there are more people who have tried more products. Also advice on how to pick one that should fit you since there are different sizes and shapes, especially of the cups.

@@palestar828 Did you measure your cervix? I started using a menstrual cup a year ago after researching it thoroughly due to its cost. It was the best decision ever, and I wish I had known about it sooner. This month is my first time using a menstrual disc, and I had no problem with the size since I know the size of my cup. I honestly had a very hard time inserting my cup for the first three days; I almost gave up. On my last attempt, I tried to relax, explored my body first, and finally succeeded. I’ve never been happier to get my period! Haha.

You're lucky it works for you. Seems not to for me. Idk what I'm doing wrong. Is it supposed to leak? If so, I want all of my money back because they aren't cheap for just ONE and it doesn't work either without leaking. I don't understand why anyone would go into public with the way it leaks. No way

@palestar828 it's really a trial and error with any disc and then there's a learing curve you have to get through. I do agree that for most it's not worth the hassle. I really wish disc's came in smaller sizes.

If you only need to auto-dump once on your heavy day, you are very very lucky! I use the Flex reusable disc and on my first two heavy days I have to auto-dump every 2-3 hours!!! When I used the Lumma high disc I needed to auto-dump every 1-2 hours! The Flex helps me so much. Enjoy, that you only have to auto-dump once!!!!

What is auto dumping??

Sounds EXPENSIVE

@@palestar828 I've been doing the same thing, and it's a big up-front cost but much cheaper than buying pads and tampons for the next 30 years!

It of course depends on how high your cervix is and how far your disc is in, but try bearing down (like doing number 2). It should move the disc to auto-dump and then should move it forward so you can easily grab it. That's how it is for me.

I feel like I really have to put it up there. How far should it go? I feel like I'm going to lose sight of it. Kind of scary

You actually don’t need to insert your fingers much at all. If you push a bit it will eject far enough to pull it out without digging for it. It has been a super game changer for me

​@@ashanti5132thanks for the tip. I'm scared I'm going to lose sight of it lol I guess I don't know how to use it. It doesn't seem like it's working. If it leaks like it does, why use it?

@@palestar828 Every problem has a solution here; search for it on KZfaq. Don’t be afraid because it will never go somewhere; there’s nowhere to lose that. Inserting a finger into your body for period purposes is normal. Just make sure you wash your hands before using your menstrual cup (MC) or menstrual disc (Mdisc). I was just like you before, but doing my own research helped me a lot, and I’m so happy to never use pads again.

I got the disposable ones for $4.99 for 12

​@Jessica how long can you keep it on?

@@lakendrajones8449 it depends on your body but they say 12 hours. The original "disposable" discs could be rinsed and used for one period then tossed out but they changed them, so I'm not sure if you can/should do that anymore.

@@truneilsonoh wow really? I wonder if they changed how they make them or just changed the rules?

​@@truneilson thank you. Im going to try them

I love the disposable for travel, but not everyday use.

​@@MrsSaraJingleswhat's the point of them then?

​@@MrsSaraJingleswaste of money unless you're rich and can try things like that for fun

@@palestar828 I work 14 hour days and they can only be left in for 12 hours so disposable is normally for work days.

And I feel like they’re easier to insert than the cups

​@@elyssamorris3156 Definitely easier to insert than a cup. If you like the disposable you should also like the reusable. For me it works great and I sooo love discs. I wish I had them earlier in my life!!!

KZfaq got your back

Wow lucky you. Wish I was that young again lol even though I hate my period

I personally found the reusable raiser to remove than their disposable but that could also be my experience level now compared to when I tried the disposable. Their reusable isn’t as easy to remove for me than some other brands tho

seems like you didn't insert it correctly

I'm wondering too!!

With discs, it's very hard to take them out without spilling, so you'll want to ideally take it out over a toilet or in the shower. To throw out the disposable, just wash it out, then throw it out. Putting it in can seem complicated, but doing it only takes a couple seconds. When putting it in, you want to aim the angled up, not straight as the vaginal canal is angled. Push the disc AS FAR BACK AS YOU CAN to ensure that it is under your cervix. Afterward, you'll want to push the rim of the disc that is towards the entrance up behind your PUBIC BONE. If inserted correctly, you shouldn't feel it at all (should be undetectable). With the reusable version, the same applies, except you're not throwing this one our, you're boiling it in boiling water before your first use (for sterilization), then afterwards, your washing it with gentle soap, then reinserting. After your period is done, you can choose to boil it again before the next cycle begins. Hope this answers your question ❤

A. Do it over the toilet or in the shower, as you pull it out point the end upward so that when it us out, the blood "spills" or the back of the disc instead of on your hands. B. Let the blood flow into the toilet and then put the used disc in the packaging of the new disc you're about to use. Or wrap it in toilet paper. C. Honestly I found that it just popped into position naturally.. .once you fold it and insert it, push it till you feel it behind the bone.... you'll feel it.... D. Wash and sanitize the reusable one. I use hot water and a cleanser. The first time I pulled it out it looked like I just murdered someone....because blood was everywhere and I was at work... I definitely panicked..... I'm 5 days in and I can't believe it's taken me this long to learn about these! There's a learning curve but I'm so glad I took a chance. Good Luck!

June cup is definitely a generic but I don’t know anything about their disc.

It has an auto empty feature so you don't need to take it out in a public restroom. I have a heavy flow and on those days, I still didn't need to completely remove it. Just wait till you get home.

You only need to clean it in the morning and in the evening. The auto-dump function makes it very easy during the day. Simply wash your hands before using the restroom. Auto-dump (that only happens on heavy flow days) and push it back behind the pubic bone. It's so much easier than a cup and even tampon. I love my reusable disc!

I'm 1 year older than you and had the same experience as you with the cups, very low cervix aswell. I tried a Diva Cup and a Lily Cup Compact and it was extremely painful because I felt the pressure inside and I couldn't get it more high inside me. And the suction when trying get to get it out felt like if the devil was trying to rip my guts out. But I tried a S Lumma disc and it was heaven, it didn't hurt at all and I can't feel it inside, very comfortable. I recommend you to tried out, that might work for you.

I found that I had a lot of low back pain if I did not insert the cup in far enough. You might try getting in higher, or if that’s not possible a disc might be a better option for you. You can’t feel discs at all.

If you have a high cervix discs can sometimes be hard to reach for removal - the Lumma High or Hello Disc (worn with the tab dropped) are both viable high cervix options that are easy to remove

I waited forever to try the flex disposable discs because I didn’t think I could get it out. It was so easy to get out. You might try the disposable discs first. I am ordering the reusable disc with the tampon shortage. I hope I can get the reusable one out with ease as it is probably silicone???. I don’t ever want to go back to tampons after using the flex disc. I do not prefer using menstrual cups. I tried 3 different ones and my body did not like them.

@@katherineohara6943 everybody says they can't feel the cup, but every cup I've tried so far, I CAN FEEL IT. I only would get use to it and then forget I was wearing it. I just love how easy they are to remove vs the disc and less messy. But the disc are best for me as well. I literally can't feel it, comfortable compared to the cup and have had less issues with it. Can't wait to try the reusable one.

just all the way, you will feel it. she has more videos with anatomy models, maybe it helps!

Oil and fragrance free hand soap is fine, washe and reinsert. You should only wear a reusable disc for a maximum of 12 hours before removing, washing, reinserting

Honestly it's great to have a back up if you're ever on vacation and accidentally drop your cup in the toilet/floor/dog chews it, etc. Just in case that helps sway you :)

Which one did you try and why can't you get it in? A disc folds to the store of a tampon, so it's very easy to insert. You can put some lubricant on to make insertion easier. The important part is to hook it behind the pubic bone so that it stays in place. If it doesn't stay hooked it isn't the right size for you. Lumma offers various sizes. For me their medium and high version works great. Flex reusable works great as well, but it's more difficult to insert than Lumma. It tries to open up and even tries to rotate. But once in it is great. For me the encounter of the disc changed my life for the better. I don't want to use any other period product anymore. No more tampons! Maybe give it another try. Wishing you all the best!

I can only speak for myself, but for me the disc works the best. Cup overflowed quickly for me. Did NOT work on my heavy days. I needed the Tampax ULTRA and still had to get up at night and change it! Not plus, not super plus, but ultra! The disc works great for me. Using Lumma high I only have to get up once at night to auto-dump on my heavy days (interestingly I wake up - wearing a panty liner to not make a mess though). Once my flow is lighter I can even forget I'm on my period. Auto-dump is a real game changer for me!! The flex reusable seems to allow a longer wear time until I need to auto-dump than the Lumma. The Lumma is easier to insert though. The flex reusable tries to open up during insertion and even tries to rotate. Lumma goes in so easily. Both discs work for me. I love my discs. It's a game changer. Really changed my life for the better and I only wished I had this much earlier in life. I can highly recommend it. As said, for me the Flex reusable somehow allows a longer wear time until I need to auto-dump as the Lumma high.

Lumma discs are also available in Europe including in the UK! Lumma high is the same size as the Flex disc. I used both (Lumma and Flex disc) and for me they both work great. Ziggy disc is also available in the UK.

Can someone mail you one? Or Amazon?

@katharina1788 I’ve got the Lumma discs however it’s not the same and they don’t fit right 😢

@@JIPJIPX I ended up paying extra for one. Works really well and I love it! Wish I didn’t have to pay extra though. Amazon didn’t sell it either so I had to buy directly from the states

Flex and SoftDisc are nearly identical except color

@@PeriodNirvana ok cool thank

It might rotate inside. That's why one can't reach the part of the rim feature to hook your finger for easier removal some discs have. But if it is the right size it does not unhook from behind your pubic bone. This means it should really stay in place. You can do Yoga, running etc.

Boiling is so easy. You can even use the microwave!! I have a little collapsible silicone sterilizer container/cup (it came with my reusable cup, but the disc fits in it as well). I fill it with water, drop the disc into it and microwave it on the highest setting for 5 minutes. Drain the water (be careful to not burn yourself!) and let it cool off. That's it. Otherwise put the disc inside a hand whisk and put it in a pot of water and boil for 5 minutes. Putting it in a whisk makes sure that it doesn't get burnt on the bottom of the pot. It's really easy. You only need to boil it one time per month. Either before your period or right after. When having your period it is sufficient to clean with soap and water. You really only need to sterilize it one time in between your period. And the reusable disc safes you a lot of money AND doesn't fill up the landfill.

@Katharina if I have a container then yea but I also have a extreme fear of boiling water (or hot things in general)

@@equityfrog6047 Oh, I see. You can buy those collapsible containers online. Oh and I just remember!! There might be another option!! I've seen products online that sterilize with UV light. It's a small box and you put the reusable disc or cup into it and only press a button! I've never tried and have no experience, but this might be your solution. Check it out!

@Katharina that sounds very interesting. I've heard UV cleaning doesn't work though. Thank you so much for helping me!

@@equityfrog6047 I just stumbled upon the following information on the Hello Disc website: 'If you don’t have a way to boil water you, can use a shaker cup with a specialized sterilization tablet.' There was no further information and I never heard of sterilization tablets for cups and discs, but maybe they are the same tablets one uses for cleaning dentures. This might be YOUR solution!!!! ✨

I have a very very heavy flow on my first two days (needed Tampax Ultra - only worked for a few hours) and simply auto-dump every 1-3 hours. (At night I only need to get up once to auto-dump the first two nights.) It's a game changer for me. No wondering if I shall change my tampon now or later or worse, having to change the tampon before going somewhere when it isn't yet full and hurts to remove. On my lighter days I can even forget that I'm on my period when wearing a disc. It really changed my life for the better. Cups never worked for me. Too heavy flow and I didn't like the bladder pressure. Even leaked on the lighter days. Tampons it was. Using the disc over two years now and will never again use anything else. I love my discs! Lumma medium and high work good for me. Very easy to insert. Only had to remove the string as it poked me. Flex reusable works great too, but more difficult to insert. Tries to open up while inserting and even tries to rotate. But it allows me a longer wear time until I need to auto-dump compared to Lumma high. Give it a try and see if it works for you. I can only highly recommend it. I really wished I had this much earlier in life!

It must be emptied every 12 hours at least, but you are free to empty it more often if you need to.

A feminine product

A period product one can use instead of a menstrual cup, tampon or pad.

It usually is. She is comparing the reusable Flex disc with the disposable one as Flex only recently launched a reusable version. For a long time Flex only had a disposable disc. So for people who used the disposable Flex disc (just another option next to tampons or pads) and are wondering if the reusable is a good fit, this video is very helpful. It compares the two discs.