Can we just talk about how unfamiliar we are with our vaginas and how frustrating that is and how helpful this video is

They should really teach in school about cups and how your cervix moves. This is very helpful. Thank you so much!

I just finished my first cycle with a cup!! No learning curve. No leaks. No more other products. I'm definitely wanting all my friends to try them. Its truly life changing!!!

*"Feel free to ask for help"* Can anyone from the comment section insert my cup?

Got my first cup today and I’ve never felt more like “I can’t female right” than today 🤣🙃😭 you’re video helped a little! Thanks girls

Does anyone else love the fact that you can just go commando now and not have period knickers on and the feeling of horrible pads that make you itch? 😂😂

I can not stress enough, DO IT IN THE SHOWER as much as you can. Its so much easier to get it in squatting in the shower. Also it makes less mess...obviously lol

I'm one of the "cup changed my life" people because my period is so heavy the first three days that pads are a horrendously bloody disaster and tampons never open properly. Having said that, I find that it can still require some fiddling around from cycle to cycle to get it to sit comfortably without any leaks. The ability to stay clean and still exercise without feeling "the goosh" is so worth it.

Whoever people has developed mens cup.. Deserves a Nobel Prize.. Periods have never been same for me.. I can work long shifts, go to gym.. No stains, no worries.. Even less pain and cramps.. Yassss

I used the cup for the first time last month and I have to say, I may not be comfortable with it now since I'm still learning, but wearing it gave me the experience of having no rashes from pads and reducing the probability to another infection of which I am very happy about.

I just tried the Diva Cup for the very first time. It took me till my fourth attempt to get it right. I now know how to use it. It’s absolutely great! It’s so much cleaner, no more wee string on a tampon😂 no more irritation from pads. I noticed something else too. NO MORE PERIOD CRAMPS! for the first time in my life, I had a completely cramp free period. That has never happened, ever. So I really think my cramps may have been caused by the chemicals in pads and tampons. I think all women should be aware of this option as it’s completely comfortable and I couldn’t even feel my period at all like you do when using pads and tampons. I do the cup process in the shower and I work ten hour days in a factory. I never had problems and my periods are very heavy. I took a shower before work and one after work. No problems👍😊

I've been using a menstrual cup for almost 3 years now and absolutely love it! There is definitely a learning curve and it is primarily with getting to know your body, literally. Growing up nobody tells you how to find and track your cervix but knowing your body inside and out is so satisfying!

I just recently got my first menstrual cup and I'm strangely excited for my next period to come so I can try it out 🤔

I'm an old lady and years ago there was a cup out but it was not reusable. I loved that thing and I was broken-hearted when they stop making it. Happy to see that it's back again.

i’m 12, and i just now got my menstrual cup in for the first time!!!! it took me 3 days to finally get it in without any pain.

“Not going smoothly” is an understatement. I was panicked 😂

Who else is watching the video while having a cup inside😝😝

i have been using the cup for quite some time now. ITS WORTH IT.

Just the tip y’all 😂😂😂 I’m dying. This is the best product review ever. I’m 30, have had 2 vaginal births, and would not consider myself to be ignorant about my anatomy at all lol.....I had no idea my cervix moves during my cycle 🤦🏼‍♀️😂

I feel safe here

you had me at "lava lamp in the toilet" :P :P accurate AF

This was so helpful! I'm 16 and decided to switch to a cup since I'm a dancer and nothing is worse than having to rush to the bathroom during a quick change! I can't wait to start using a cup and your channel has encouraged me to make the switch^_^

It took me about 3 tries (that is, 3 periods) to get the hang of it, and the hardest part was getting the cup out. The first time I managed to get it in, I took more than an hour to get it out at the end of the day through much frustration panic and a few tears. I did not go to the ER though. One of the best pieces of advice I read online was to just give it up and try again in a few hours if you couldn't get it out. Like they say here, your cervix moves. The other thing I had to figure out was to grasp the cup by the bell, not the little plastic tip. It's not there to help you pull it out as much as to help you locate it. I use it as my main period product now, but I do still use pads or tampons occasionally. The thing I loved about switching to the cup was how familiar it made me with my body. Having to reach two fingers in on a regular basis to remove it, and needing to reach in occasionally to feel if it's in the right place has made me feel so much more aware of what's going on down there.

I LOVE THIS! 🥺❤️ I love watching women educating women about things we should all know

As a trans man. I love my cup. I don't feel it and i usually forget that im in my period. Since i just remove it twice a day (before going to sleep and beforme my morning shower) I don't need to think about my period

I’m 15 and just switched to the cup and it’s amazing! I’m never going back! There’s just a learning curve I recommend practicing before your period!

I grew up in a household where tampons were considered a little unhealthy and invasive, so when I tried the cup at first I was really scared (ie, "omg what if it gets stuck" or "what if I injure myself trying to put it in") tips that helped me: -cut your fingernails lol (i have scratched the inside of myself and it hurt like a mf) -use water based lube if you have a harder time pushing it in -bear down like you're taking a dump to "push" it out so you can grab it when taking it out -put a 12 hour timer on your phone if your flow is heavier (so you don't have to wrack your brain for how long you've had it in if you forgot what time you inserted)

Ugh I so wish I had known about you guys when I was a teen and first starting. You're great role models and would have helped me with not being all embarrassed about my body. Your videos are always so empowering

Just a quick thing. This video puts a lot of emphasis on "click bait" videos about people not being able to remove their cups, and how those shouldn't be videos that you rely upon. While I agree that some people do just want to blow smoke out into the world and profit off of it, your cup still CAN ride up if it doesn't suction properly. This happened to me the first time I tried my cup. After spending 2 hours trying to reach the base to remove it, I ended up going to the ER to have it removed. I am not some influencer trying to make a profit. I'm just a girl who had an unfortunate experience.

You forgot to mention that if you have an intense period flow, you will have to worry about taking it off and on too often during the day, which can be very annoying, since it's not that simple and also can be messy.

I live in Italy and I’m 17, today I went to the pharmacy and I was so nervous. The man who was working there said that only a few people bought it, but it’s really worthy

Thanks so much for making these informative videos. I switched over to using cups at the tender young age of 47, and am still going strong as a card-carrying member of the “Cup Cult” at 51. By the time I had even heard of cups and was ready to take the plunge, none of my contemporaries were using them (and in fact, many were no longer in need of menstrual products at all,) so videos like this were extremely helpful. To all my bleeding sisters out there, using a cup really can be life-changing, once you get the hang of it. It took me several months of trial and error and 3 different types of cup before finding one that really worked for me, but once I did I never looked back, so if you are considering switching over, I send you all the love and support I felt from others who guided me through it. (Pro tip: the first time you try using a cup, you may want to pick a not-too-busy day when you can be comfortable and close to home. Don’t be like me and spend the entire day walking around an amusement park on vacation with your family while wearing an ill-fitting cup that you then gave to check on and/or adjust in public restrooms every half hour!) Also, a big THANK YOU to these straight-talking women for acknowledging that the cervix moves to different positions during the course of your cycle. I figured out years ago that mine does this, and when I tried to explain it to my gynecologist, she said she’d never heard of this phenomenon - MY GYNECOLOGIST!!! I knew I could not be the only one, but it is still nice to hear it confirmed. :)

I’ve actually “pooped” my cup out one time. Thankfully it happened at home, and I was able to sterilize it with hydrogen peroxide and boiling hot water before reinserting it. I always take the cup out now before I start pooping. :)

I started using the cup last month and oh my god was it hell!! Like literally *BLOODY* hell!!! I tried wearing it on my second day of flow and oh, I couldn't wear it probably for three times and there was blood everywhere and then at last I just put it in anf hoped for the best. I went for class by cycling and while I was in class I couldn't feel the cup anymore. I even felt a *pop* and lo! When I returned home the cup hasnt leaked and I was dry on the outside!!! From the next day after I put it in, I try doing some leg maneuvers like stretching and squating to let the cup settle in and it works for me! So I would say that it needs some trials and errors but ultimately you may find a way that works for you :)

I love how straightforward this video is !! Honestly I had a pretty horrible first experience with cups, even after doing tons of research on them, but trying a different brand on my second cycle to become more familiar with them has converted me fully. Truly I think the biggest thing is to just get to know your body, learn your cup before your cycle, and just don't be afraid of either of these things. They really don't teach people with vaginas about their anatomy or their cervix or anything like that in a lot of detail, and it's so encouraging to see levelheaded, accurate information that's readily available. So thank you for this video and all the useful information you provide !!

A menstrual cup is the best thing ever invented. I do giveaways every month and always buy one to put in my giveaway basket. Yes, its an expense at first but savings in the long run. I love that you guys are being informative. Not to mention how much it saves from the environmental waste per year from just menstrual products.

Shes so right about it turning into a hobby n all of a sudden you want to tell everyone about it 😂😂 n collect different coloured n shaped cups. Edit - Don't worry people I only have one cup. I don't have enough money for it to become a hobby, I just like to browse and obsess over them online

I always thought I had a heavy flow. Turns out I don't when I started using a cup. I love it really. At first I hated it, but now I find it amazing😍

Switching to a cup taught me so many things about downstairs that school didn’t teach me. I have gained the wisdom 😌

I WISH someone told me about the cup forever ago! I discovered this magical thing about 8 years ago and have literally saved thousands! I have tried to convert anyone that would listen basically lol but I can appreciate that it isn't for everyone- or they just didn't give enough time to get the hang of it or find the one that fits and works best for them. To think of all the unnecessary awkward accidents, and all the money I could have saved as a teenager..... I wish I had someone to tell me about this thing way back then lol You ladies rock! Thank you for doing what our school systems failed to do 🖤💜🖤

Another thing you should be aware of: we are all build differently down there. Some cups wil work for others but not for you. Most people who had bad experiences with cups, simply had the wrong tipe or size cup for them. The specialized websites who sell those cups can often help you when you consult them with your problems. For example: I can only wear cups for teenagers or low servix, eventhough im 32 years old. I use my cup for two years now and it gives me so much more comfort! Best buy ever!

So glad you mentioned the cervix moving!!! I was worried that I was alone and that I had a tiny coochie but I feel relieved that it's a normal thing!

I love being a girl...I love wearing skirts...but this, this isn't a part of the deal....:/

Currently trying my first cup after getting rashes after my period regardless if I was using tampons or pads. I'm really digging it so far even if it can be tricky to use rn. Im glad you wonderful people are making these videos they're so much help and the comment section is god send.

I have endometriosis and started using a cup 7 years ago now! I bled a lot, so every time I pinched the cup it was messy... I love the cup, I just developed a love for skin friendly cup wipes to tidy up haha. I used the cup to measure my flow, and that's what made doctors take me seriously enough to get a diagnosis of endo.

I LOVE my diva cup. But I’m also confused now about the absorbency of pads and tampons, they’re fraudulent! It’s very little blood in the cup yet I have to change my tampon constantly🤔🤔 they’re not actually absorbent at all yet prices are sky high. INTERESTING

Honestly, thank you both. It feels good to know that there are people like you two who will push through the tabu discomfort and offer women tmi, which honestly to me feels like just the right amount of information to *finally* start to figure out this aspect of my body ❤❤❤

I've been having periods for just over 30 years and I only recently realized my cervix moves! I realized it on one of my recent periods when I was trying to get a tampon in and my cervix was way low and blocking the tampon from going in correctly. The tampon before that was fine, so i realized it changes during your period. This had happened before, but I never really knew why. One time a few years ago, I shoved the tampon in even though my cervix didn't like that, it was blocking the tampon. After I removed the tampon, and changed it, I had the most excruciating cramps ever! for about 8 hours! it was like being in labor... literally. I had one child witthout any drugs or epidural and it was absolutely 100% comparable! But I was only in hard labor with him for about 4 hours and then I felt great. This video just confirmed the thoughts I had about it. I am wondering if it has to do with clots or how much flow. I have very heavy periods with lots of huge clots and I wonder if the cervix is working hard to expel the clots. And maybe it extends when it does that.

Love how you girls are straight up with the facts. That’s all we ask for at the end of the day are facts & info that will help all women that decide to use a cup. I have been using a cup for 4+ months & wish I had of been using it years ago.

I’ve used a menstrual cup for about 3 years now. Changed my life, never going back

That Dr. Who clip is EVERYTHING. #biggerontheinside

Love the education PACII gives! Like you mentioned in this video, many of us were never taught about menstrual cups or our anatomy to this extent. Like yes, I had sex Ed in school, but the things I have learned now that I have started using a cup, were not taught. I also have never had anyone around me use one before, so there was no one for me to ask questions. I had to experiment and get familiar with my body. I honestly feel more proud of myself & my body now.

I worked for a reproductive rights group for a decade and took graduate-level anatomy and physiology classes, but I just learned new things about my ladyparts from this video!

Had the cup for almost a year, totally worth it!! It’s more comfortable than tampons, I way cheaper and I can leave it in for hours with no worries. Definitely recommend 👍🏻

Omg I just got one and I was so confused bc they didn’t even teach us basic sex ed in school much less anything more specific like this, it helped so much thank you!!!

I really love your channel. I appreciate your sense of humor, your honesty and openness, and your very informative. I am a new cup user and your channel introduced me to the idea. I thank you as during my first period using Diva Cup, my cramps got soooo much better, and my ovarian cysts STOPPED! I truly think now that those chemicals that are in pads and tampons are what caused my cysts and extreme period cramps. These cups may prevent ovarian cancers if your no longer even developing cysts to worry about a cyst becoming cancerous. I’m not a doctor, but I do wonder if there could be some truth to that. I also think menstrual cups are a great thing for all the homeless women out there who can’t afford to constantly buy disposable products. It also cuts costs and environmental waste.

Things I wish more internet sources mentioned: lubricant can be a huge help in getting a cup to unfold and/or get where it needs to be. The kinds that do mention it usually don't go in depth enough to mention you don't want any that is effective. You want water based and safe, yes, but you also want something that is downright disappointing in it's longevity when used in an erotic context. That way, your cup will get where it needs to be early, but it doesn't turn into a slip-n-slide scenario.

Sooo I just bought my first cup. I’ve thought about it a lot but your channel helped v v much

So... my husband is awesome lol. I just bought my first cup and doing a bunch of research to be ready when my next cycle comes. I'm literally sitting here telling this man all I've learned and he's patiently listening and comprehending as much as a man can what im saying. He's excited for me because he knows how God awful my periods are for me. I'm a lucky woman. Thanks for the video ladies, extremely helpful and thank you to the ladies in the comments with further helpful hints 🖤

Something I didn’t expect about using a menstrual cup is that it would help me with my vaginismus

If you watch enough tutorials on insertion, your learning curve won't be so steep. What truly takes time is finding the right cup for your flow type and a cup for each cervix height position that will occur throughout your period so that you're comfortable and not leaking.

Very real video ladies. Thoroughly enjoyed. I'm one of the " I cant believe I lived without the cup" women 😊

This video was very educational! And I'm kinda pleased to state the school I went to had a PPEP talk for the senior girls, this talk went threw all period products and allowed us to ask questions freely, which was a very weird and wild experience

a tip: use cloth pads as a protection, so you feel the most comfortable, as if you wear non-cloth pads, it will create the glasshouse effect even though there's no(t much) blood

I just got my first cup and I'm obsessed. You really do start telling everyone how awesome it is 😂

Having sex with a cup in? No thanks. Earn those red wings guys.

And about “telling everyone about it”, you are totally right! I’ve gotten like seven friends of mine to try it out, and I’m currently clarifying any questions and doubts that another friend, that is interested but kind of scared of the cup, has so she can decide whether she’ll give it a go or not.

Thank you for saying it took courage to switch to the cup. I’m 45 years old and had no one to talk to when I was questioning and ultimately bought my cup. I tried my for the first time yesterday and today I tried to talk to 4 other women about the cup today.. and all 4 conversations were shocking bad. 1st woman thought I was joking… she still doesn’t believe that the cup is a real thing. 2nd and 3rd women were just mortified and # 4 .. she told me “ OH No !! I don’t talk about things like this” … That actually happened today… a few days before 2022… I got those reactions. We need to do better.

Cups have changed my life! I've been using mine for about 2 years now and I can say I have never felt better! Pads and tampons use to give me a rash and now I dont have to worry about that anymore! I do want to try other cups but I love my Lena cup so much! You are totally right about once you start using one you just want to talk about it and spread the word lol, I will talk about it whenever period talk is brought up. Thanks for making a great informative video!

Love the cup and I can really recommend it to everyone. It changed my life FOR REAL. I always felt so uncomfortable when I was on my period (It was literally the worst time each month) after I discovered the cup I felt amazing and comfortable on my period-time. CUPS ARE LIFE CHANGING!

I tried the cup the first time yesterday and I have to admit I got the hang of it in the first go. Lucky me I guess? Ofcourse insertion and removal can be tricky but I did my research on both and tried a mix of what everyone suggested!

I am 34 and I just bought my 1st diva cup yesterday. I could not take my normal routine and I work 12 hr in a hospital and I was so done. After work I went to my local drugstore. I did my 1st time during sleep. It was so blissful. No waking up from leaks. It was a little challenging to remove but I was able to after a few minutes. I was so surprised to see the amount on my heavy day that was in the cup. Before this experience I was on the verge of going to my doctor because I thought I was bleeding to much for a heavy cycle. Now, I feel like I was just using my product wrong. Now I am not even worried about it there was so little in there over night. Thanks so much for this education! I so happy to toss my tampons out! I feel more healthy inside my self! Every woman should at least give it a try, you might be like me and so very surprised!!!

When I saw that tomato soup I was pretty confused I love tomato soup, it looked delicious But what it represented..

Cramps!! I didn't expect my cup to give me unbearable cramps until I got used to it. I also didn't know it would take so long to get used to (about 6 months before I could wear it comfortably, and about 9 months before I really got the hang of it and wore it exclusively my whole cycle). My advice is don't freak out! Try to wear it for as long and often as you can each cycle, while you're at home and can change it out for a pad if/when you get unconfortable. One day you'll realise you've had your cup in for the whole day and felt totally comfortable 😊

Happy to be part of the cup cult, I just tried my first cup and it's amazing, I couldn't stop talking about, worst part no one knew about it or understood what I was talking about but am still spreading the gospel and can't wait to buy more cups including the disc..

I'm thinking about purchasing a cup since I want to have lower plastic waste and I'm kind of scared of buying one since I heard horror stories like "I didn't get my cup out" or "it constantly hurt wearing it". So having informative videos like this is really helpful for me

Mine went too far to reach once, but I just pushed it down, like kegel excercises but instead of pulling up, pushing down. No problem. Also one of my first cycles using it I got very drunk one evening and somehow it ended up sideways overnight, I didn't notice until I tried getting it out the next morning. No spills but it was awkward and uncomfortable to take out. That's never happened since, but it's a funny story to recall.

I am so mad at myself that I thought the diva cup was so gross and didn't start using it a long time ago. I just started using it last month. I was lucky enough to get it right on the 1st try & now I'm hooked. I'll never use or buy another tampon again.

I started using a cup because my periods are heavy and Kotex discontinued the only tampons that worked for me 😭….I LOVE it! The biggest pro for me has been very light cramps if any! I use to have cramps from hell for the first 3 days! I have to say the first few times was kinda gross because I didn’t realize how thick period blood is like u said in the video 🤣…one reason I used tampons is because I hate the sight of blood…and the advice to have a second cup is great advice! When ur out u may use the restroom and need to empty it. It’s best to have a clean one to insert.

I just ordered two cups. After seeing this video im very excited and optimistic. Fingers crossed!

My regret - 3 years after buying my cup, I had to have surgery that resulted in no more periods. I never got to get the full 10 years' worth of use out of it. Still, it was worth every penny and helped me determine - with numbers - how irregular my flow was getting as I aged. My gyno appreciated that information.

My biggest struggle was/is learning how to remove the cup. It's never been about "losing" it, but I struggle with getting it to un-suction.

I’m 15 and I switched, because the environment! I’m still learning but I am determined to make it work ❤️❤️

I just got mine yesterday and I love it! It took me a couple of times to get the hang of it but it’s sooo useful I can’t believe I didn’t get one earlier

I HIGHLY recommend having 2 cups. The clean one waiting in the wings is super helpful and allows for proper disinfecting and drying of the freshly removed one.

What do you mean "new weird hobby" I only have 7 cups! XD

Why on earth am I watching this? My menopause started so long ago, I don’t even remember. Very well presented.

Cups literally changed my life, it is a learning curve though !! Don’t give up

I started using one yesterday and got it right on my first try!

you should mention that because of the pressure, it can cause urinary problems.

Just wanted to thank you for this REALLY INFORMATIVE CHANNEL that has changed my life almost 3 years ago!! Love you and I'm glad you have updated the quiz in so many languages!!!

As 38 yr old trying this for the first time..I was a lil intimidated... You guys made me feel much much better. Thank you so much🎉

I bought the lily cup as my first cup and love it! It did take at least 3 cycles to get the hang of it but now I have no issues. I don’t think I’d go as far as saying it changed my life, but it has made my periods more manageable and I love that all I need is this cute colourful thing (and a few cloth pads), saving a few bucks while also being environmentally conscious!

Okay but one really good thing about this video is that not once did you specify that cups are only for women. Some men have periods too and it's so inclusive just to say "people with vaginas." Well done 👏👏

This was very helpful. I bought the Saalt cup, and I couldn’t get it out of my body, which made me panic. So that part where you explained your cervix moves, now I know...

I bought one in a deal where a second, smaller one came for free as well! Really good for the figuring out which is good for you stuff. It certainly took more than once to learn to do it properly, trying many different styles of fold, how high, how to position, how to remove, sterilise etc. But now I love it, plus if you forget and leave it in too long no TSS, or things stop and you hardly fill it at all, you’re all good unlike a tampon.

Thanks for making a realistic, informative video about menstrual cups and how people's experiences differ from each other! I tried my first about three years ago and the first type I bought magically fit my anatomy after some modifications (yay), but I am far off from the average where my cervix is extremely low, and I basically have to trim the complete end of the cup to make it fit, there is absolutely no space below it for any of your suggestions. :) That said, using it it feels much less like you have a period and I knew from the first time that I used it that after the learning curve I would never even consider going back to any other products. Cheers!

This video is what I’ve been waiting for! I haven’t made the switch and this helps a lot ❤️

My mum has used a menstrual cup for as long as I can remember and she introduced them to me last year and they have changed my life ... NO MORE LEAKING

here’s a little story: this happened to me today lol. When I used the cup for the first (and last time) it got really really stuck. I spent forever trying to get it out myself but it was no use. I ended up going to the doctors to have them remove it. Took over 15 minutes. Extremely uncomfortable and painful at times. Bawled my eyes out🙃 however that was my first time. The cup got suctioned to my cervix. Just please be careful first time users. But never be embarrassed if it gets stuck and you gotta have a doctor remove it😂