Tampax Cup Review
Tampax Joins the Menstrual Cup Game To say we were surprised the day we received an email from a PR agency about working with a large brand on the launch of their new menstrual cup would be an understatement. I suppose we always knew it would happen, but that didn’t lessen the shock and excitement. […]
FLEX Enters the Menstrual Cup Market With the Purchase of Keela Cup
The 4-1-1 It was announced today that FLEX, the maker of the FLEX Disc, has acquired Keela Cup. Keela Cup was a successfully funded kickstarter project that raised over $55,000 from more than 1,000 backers. The cup was intended to make it easier for people with certain types of disabilities to use a menstrual cup. Jane […]
Choosing a Menstrual Cup Size | How To Pick The Right Size
With so many choices out there and the conflicting sizing guidelines from each brand it’s confusing to pick a menstrual cup size. But what are the sizes and which size menstrual cup will fit you best? [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6mUj0b03Qw[/embedyt] Menstrual Cup Sizes Most often menstrual cups come in two sizes but some brands offer three. […]
Using a Menstrual Cup in Dorm Bathrooms & Communal Spaces
What if you live in a dorm room or another shared living space that doesn’t have a single private sink or a place to sanitize your menstrual cup? This certainly makes the idea of using a menstrual cup in a dorm less appealing — and it may require more planning. Most of us can simply […]
Saalt Menstrual Cup Review | NOT an Extreme Cup (it’s a good thing)
The Saalt Menstrual Cup is fairly new to the scene but one we here at PACII are excited about. Our Saalt Cup review video covers all the things you are dying to know. As with all menstrual cups just because a cup works (or doesn’t) for us doesn’t mean it will work or not for another […]
How to Remove a Menstrual Cup
If you’ve come this far we’re going to assume you’ve managed to figure out How to Insert Your Menstrual Cup. If not, click that link to check out part one of this video for a basic how-to and a few tips. Once you’ve finished that, it’s time to figure out how to remove a menstrual […]
How to Insert a Menstrual Cup
Making the change from tampons or pads to a menstrual cup can be intimidating… we’ve been there! As with anything new, there is a bit of a learning curve. You want to be sure you’re setting yourself up for success, so before you dive too deep into how to insert a menstrual cup, we suggest […]
How Often Should You Change Your Menstrual Cup?
How often you should be emptying your menstrual cup? 10-12 hours is the maximum for hygeine reasons but if you DO have a heavy period or have a heavy 1-2 days you are likely going to need to empty more frequently. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsNnMqt2Lkw[/embedyt] But HOW do you know when the cup is full? Since we […]
Do Menstrual Cups Cause TSS?
A new string of articles by sensationalist publications stating that menstrual cups are more likely to cause TSS have been making the rounds and giving menstrual cup users quite a scare. We wanted to ease the minds of cup users who have read the articles or simply saw the headline that “menstrual cups cause TSS” by […]
How to Clean a Menstrual Cup (Surprisingly Easy!)
So you want to know how to clean a menstrual cup! Menstrual cups are made from non-porous materials such as medical grade silicone or TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) and are ideal for internal period care. Knowing how to clean your menstrual cup is important — thankfully cleaning your period cup is simple. They wash easily and […]