DIVA Cup & Shaker - Medical Grade Silicone Cup for Period Care - Reusable Menstrual Cup with Shaker for On-The-Go Cleansing - Wear Up to 12 Hours - Model 1 (for Medium to Heavy Flow)

I've been a diva cup user for many years now, after having children figured it was time for an upgrade..bigger cup size. The shakes cup is a nice feature that is helpful in times of need, but I don't typically use it because its quite big. Everything works as expected and was better then the previous version I have. If you are new to using a menstrual cup, please note that you do have to be very familiar with your body. There is a learning curve and starting out, its my recommendation you start out removing and inserting while you are in the shower. Once you have the hang of it, you'll have an easier time when your out and about. I wont go back to conventional methods as this has saved me so much money and is for me the best thing I have ever used that has no weird side effects.

I am almost 50 years old, yes still having the fun womanly cycles. When younger, tampons were ok. Leakage worry would always be an issue when standing from a long meeting. Then disposal, you shouldn't flush them, you have to take extra steps to be able to dispose. As I have gotten older, tampons just really are painful and not reliable. I wasted more than had security of absorbing. On a whim shopping at WalMart I found this. Took me a bit to get the hang of it, but when I did, WOW, how did I never know about these. No worries about the stand leak, stays in place overnight, I can tell when it needs to be emptied. Feels so much better than tampons because when placed correctly, you forget it’s in 😂. I wanted to have an extra on hand. So far the original I purchased is still in good condition when taken care of properly. Since I couldn’t find it at WalMart anymore, I purchased the extra here. If you can get the hang of it, this is beyond worth the switch to me!!!

I was using another brand for years but decided to give Diva a try and now I realized that the previous one was too hard and that’s why sometimes it hurts down there,now Diva is very soft in a delicate way and easy to use, doesn’t leak so I don’t have to worry,I do recommend it and I would but 100 times again .

Second period using this product and can confidently say I will NEVER go back to tampons or pads. Pros: -no plastic or paper waste from wrappings like tampons or pads - no additional period trash -reusable -easy to store -no leaking (yet) -no risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome -only have to change it 2 times a day (I do it in the am and pm shower) -just dump the blood, rinse, and reuse Cons (not really though) -have to ensure the cup “pops open “ around your cervix so you don’t leak but it’s not a big deal Overall, this tool has made me feel empowered with more intimate knowledge about my period than ever before. I NO longer feel icky or dirty during my period like I did with tampons. Tampons made me feel like I was gushing so much blood and smelled horrible but the cup has shown me that I only bleed 1/2oz!!! Like what?! And I’m no longer dealing with any period smell like before.

This is the first cup I’ve tried. It does leak when not full. I have to wear a pad or liner with it. That said, I am able to not have to use tampons during the day. It does catch fluid in the cup, but definitely not 100 percent. I don’t wear it at night because I find it too uncomfortable to do so. It’s not as comfortable as tampons, but feels more secure because I don’t leak as much with this as I do with tampons. I know others have said it’s hard to remove; I haven’t had major issues with that, but I can see how it could be difficult for some. I use the C fold and punch down fold to put it in.

I think I've written a review in this product before, but it was just the cup. I misplaced it and ordered another one because I love the thing (doesn't even feel like I have shark week anymore, cramps are minimal which is a godsend). The reason that I'm reviewing now is because Amazon kept this thing super hush-hush after I bought it. In the email to let me know it shipped, it was listed as a "item hidden for privacy." So imagine my surprise when it arrived, partially visible in the shipping package. I'm too old care, but it I definitely laughed out loud.

Wow. So easy. I only take out and clean out in the morning and at night before bed. I used the size 0 for the first and last days of the cycle and the 2 (because I ordered by accident but kept) and it comes in handy on the two heavy days if I’m going to be out for a while. So amazing. Can’t feel either. Easy to put in and easy to get out with a little push like when you cough. Soft. Easy to clean and store. Can go to the bathroom with it in etc. make the switch!

I purchased this new diva cup recently to replace the one I had lasted me for eight years. One day I forgot to store it away properly and my cat decided it had to be a toy left out just for him. He ended up chewing a hole in it so it was time to retire that one. If you follow the instructions to ensure it's seated correctly you shouldn't have any leakage issues. However, on the heavier days of my cycle I do pair this with a seventh generation panty liner just for that extra bit of protection. After my cycle I run this through the dishwasher in one of those baskets you can place in the top rack to hold smaller items. Then I put it in the storage bag that it came with and put it away until next month. I remember when I was first told about the DivaCup I was very reluctant to give it a try. I am glad I overcame that hesitation because I do not miss tampons and those awful strings. I do not miss how those filled the garbage can and the smell when it came time to change the bag. Quick tip: It is possible to figure out how to avoid the need to flush it out in a public area. For me, I make sure to empty it in the morning before work and then I'm good until I get home. I hope that you're able to find a pattern that works well for you. I will always recommend a DivaCup over tampons any day!