Warning: This post will use the words “vagina” “insert” and “blood.” This post and video will not contain graphic images or real live footage of either insertion or removal, rather, it will simulate these actions using a champagne glass.
By far, the questions I receive most about menstrual cups relate in some way to either “How do I get in in there and get a good fit?” to “How can I remove this thing without getting blood all over me?” It took me a while to work up the chutzpah to film and post a video demonstrating these acts. Plus, how does one demonstrate something so personal without actually showing a vagina?!
The solution was to use the trusty champagne glass, and to simulate the process of removal step by step on a toilet while fully clothed. Most people just don’t know what to do with the cup when it is out and full, so I’ve taken that process and filmed it. The cup itself doesn’t have menstrual fluid, rather, it is a mixture of olive oil and fruit punch to simulate the viscosity.
The video is self explanatory so please, watch and learn!
Next week I will have two more videos covering the other questions ranging from “Can you poop with these in??” and “What happens when you do a cartwheel?” to “Will it stretch me out?” There are *almost* no stupid questions so I was happy to answer these for the over 500 comments that were left on my first cup video. My audience on DDL is mostly adults who have given birth, but the audience on YouTube is much more diverse, and includes young girls. These girls deserve answers so I hope these videos help to that effect.
Convinced? You can buy a Lunette –http://amzn.to/1hOLDaF or Diva Cup http://amzn.to/18mJMmX on Amazon.com. Make sure you double check that you are buying the right size! If you cloth diaper you can also buy menstrual cups at most diaper stores including Diaper Junction and Kelly’s Closet(*these are affiliate links, purchases made using them will provide me with a small commission)
