I bought a mooncup collector, it isn't absorbent so doesn't increase the risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome, also reusable for years so doesn't polute the planet, I've been using it for about 8 months now and wanted to spread the news! Anyone else thinking about them or had any experiences, go here for a closer look. http://www.mooncup.co.uk/wc.php?u=1086
2007-04-20 05:40:55 · 16 answers · asked by Lisa 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Wow...I visited that website and that's a very intriguing idea....
To the girl that saie Eww, gross, I suppose she thinks used tampons and pads laying around in the trash are not gross at all!
2007-04-20 05:54:22 · answer #1 · answered by Nasubi 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Look for the slender tampons, which are specifically designed for teenagers. If your flow is a little bit heavier, then a regular absorbency might be necessary. I prefer the cardboard applicators, but the plastic ones might be easier to use at first. Don't wait until you're on holidays to try tampons for the first time. Start practicing now... even if you don't have your period. If it's inserted correctly, and deeply enough, then you shouldn't be able to feel it at all. If you can, and it's uncomfortable, it's not in correctly. TSS is very, very rare. You basically would have to forget that you have a tampon in there, and leave it for days or weeks. It's a bacterial infection, so the tampon would have to be in there long enough to let the bacteria grow and cause the infection. If you're changing it every 8 hours, you'll be totally fine. They will not fall out... even if you sneeze or cough. If the tampon becomes saturated with blood, then it is less effective, and you might have some leakage... just be aware of how heavy your flow is, and change it more often... could be 3 hours, could be more. Practice, practice, practice... and you'll never go back to pads!!
2016-05-19 22:02:34 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have one - I am in the uk and bought a similar natural rubber one about 10 yrs ago from Canada when it was the only place to get one. I decided I didn't want to add my "debris" to landfill. It saves you money too. I have a heavy period with clots and I like using it as I can see what's going on and it holds loads more flow than any tampon. I have just had my first baby so will have to have a bigger size when my cycle begins again but will definitely get another one. Has anyone considered using washable moon pads? I may try as I am using washable nappies (diapers) so kinda makes sense to go down that route too.
Oh the rubber one was called "The Keeper"
2007-04-21 09:40:34 · answer #3 · answered by raybaybaby 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am NOT hip to the concept. While it MAY be fine, it just SEEMS unsanitary. I will stick with my natural-fiber tampons, thank you. They biodegrade, so don't add to the landfill issue, and don't involve the messiness of having to find a way to dispose of the contents and clean a silicone cup....especially in public places.
BTW, TSS is usually only a concern for those who over-extend the wearability of tampons. They should NEVER be worn for more than 8 hours at a time without changing. And EVERYONE - tampon users or not - is susceptible to TSS....I read a medical report recently of a 14 y.o. BOY contracting the disease through a scratch on his LEG.
2007-04-20 05:46:39 · answer #4 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I have had three large babies and there is noway I could use that mooncup it looks big to me I have had in the past enough trouble with super plus tampax.
Thank you for sharing as it is more envioromental friendly I guess but would not like to wash it as I loose clots yuk
2007-04-20 10:04:48 · answer #5 · answered by momof3 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Those cups are convenient for people who have a heavy flow, since they can change as much as they want.. But I find them quite bulky.
I use pantyliners, or small tampons even on my "heavy" days. My flux is quite short and control, so I'm not worried about TSS or leaving in something for too long.
2007-04-20 05:44:56 · answer #6 · answered by mwahmarshall 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I normally use sanitary pads as I don't like the idea of something blocking me up inside (unless it's my partner). I just checked the website and I think it's a very good idea. The only reservation I have is the ickiness of having to see the blood in the cup and having to pour it in the toilet, it makes me feel a little ill. Maybe I will be brave enough to try it one day.
2007-04-20 05:48:34 · answer #7 · answered by Pearl 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
That sounds kinda gross... i mean using over and over again. Lasting for years. If it dont absorb anything how does it work?
2007-04-25 16:46:06 · answer #8 · answered by Kylie G 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i was always a bit grossed out by them things. n i can neva get ruddy tampons to stay put, so...i'll stick wiv towels, but thank u for letting us all know
2007-04-20 12:39:49 · answer #9 · answered by evilbunnyhahaha 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Great for sharing the info....thanks!
2007-04-20 05:44:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋