Disposable feminine hygiene products fill landfills and often cause plumbing problems. An environment-friendly alternative is the popular menstrual cup. Usually guaranteed for years, a menstrual cup can help you save your pipes, your money and the Earth. Read the following tips to learn buy the menstrual cup that's right for you.
Instructions
1. Visit manufacturer's websites and compare menstrual cups. You choices include the Keeper, Diva Cup and Moon Cup.
2. Choose a material. Some women may find silicon menstrual cups more difficult to insert than their rubber counterparts, but they may also find that it's less difficult to position properly when inserted. Women who are allergic to latex rubber should opt for silicon cups. Beginners may want to start out with the more manageable rubber cup. If allergies aren't a consideration, a menstrual cup's material can simply be a woman's preference.
3. Select a size. Cup and stem sizes vary from brand to brand. The cup size you choose should be proportional to the maximum volume of your flow. In addition, some brands may separate menstrual cup sizes according to age and child birth history.
4. Consider the ' features. Some menstrual cups have markers that help women measure menstrual flow volume. Ridges on a stem can make it easier to remove. Stem lengths vary and some brands even encourage a woman to modify the stem to her preferences.
5. Order your menstrual cup. Feel free to buy from different manufacturers. Many manufacturers offer money-back guarantees if you prefer another brand's menstrual cup.
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