The Diva Cup

I have been using the Diva Cup for three years. I, like many, had to get used to putting it in so it fit correctly to not have leaks but after the first two days I had it down. I never have to wear anything other than the cup. I found this extremely helpful while deployed since we only have community restrooms/showers. I didn't have to worry about changing out a pad/tampon several times a day and when I did empty it all I did was wrap it in toilet paper to take it to the sink and wash it then go back to the stall to reinsert. Since I only have to worry about it first thing in the morning and last thing at night, it was no big deal.

I love that I don't feel anything at all and I don't really feel like I am on my period. I also love the added bonus that nobody at work ever knows when I'm cycling because there is no evidence in the trash.

This is honestly one of the best things to happen to me this year! I LOVE my diva cup. I no longer dread that time of the month. The first month took a little getting used to, but now when I use it- I can not even feel it and there is no leaking. There is less "feminine odor" (sorry tmi) and you can leave it in all day without having to worry. The only bad thing is that you really can't empty it in a public restroom. But as long as you plan ahead it should be no problem. This is an awesome invention and I think everyone should have one.

I have to confess, though the idea makes a lot of sense, I was a bit dubious about the Diva Cup. It seems to work ok but I think I might try the other size or a different type. I did a lot of research and asked a lot of questions on blogs and discussion boards -- for, oh, about three months.

It's pretty amazing as a concept - and it makes a lot of sense. It's definitely a lot less waste and takes up less space than boxes of tampons. I'm ready to return all my unopened boxes of tampons to the store!

Ever since I had my son I have gotten the WORSE cramps. I never use to get any. I finally tried this product & NO MORE CRAMPS!!!! My only guess is the over-drying and chemical exposing tampons were to blame. I don't dread 'that time of month' like I had been for almost a year when I got this- I breastfed but was not amoung the fortunate that lose their monthly flow by doing so ;-p This was the best almost $30 I've ever spent, and best part is by spending that $30 I've actually saved so much more money by not buying those icky chemical harboring disposables anymore ;-)