Tampon Problems?

[JTchaser]

Was having a great ride this morning, until some slippage issues with my tampon...suggestions? There truly is only one day a month that is really an issue, and today was that day. Want to get back out there tonight, but need some thoughts/suggestions.

[Blueberry]

Search for "diva cup" on here - more than you *ever* wanted to know about those issues (and an awesome, environmentally friendly solution).

CA

[teawoman]

Once when Aunt Flo arrived unexpectedly on the bike, I thought, "Well, there are worse things to be wearing than black padded shorts." Hope you find a solution!

[JTchaser]

Did the search for Diva Cups and found info on them as well as what I used to use, the Instead Cups. I used to be only able to find those when we'd travel to Canada. Once I found them at a store on clearance, and the pharmacist said they were outlawing them in the U.S., well, found the Diva Cups at a local Mother's Market Store and the Instead at a local Rite-Aid...I'm set! Thank you so much...I'm back at it! Gonna' ride tonight to makeup for the loss of the ride this morning!!!

[bboston88]

I used to use the Instead. A little hidden secret!
Also, FYI, i think tampax changed their tampons. I hate them now. I can feel them and they are uncomfortable. I went to Playtex sport. Much better.

[TahoeDirtGirl]

I might have to search for the Diva cup. I can't wear tampons and my solution is to take a pair of 'on their way out' shorts and well, there is a big chamois in there. It does wash out completely but any slippage from a tampon shouldn't matter...I have to figure something out for tomorrow (thanks for the reminder!) because dear auntie F showed up and I have a mtb ride and maxi pads are like sandpaper..ugh...

[Yen]

Back in the day when I needed them I used the Playtex Super tampons.... no mess, no fuss, no problems.

I have never heard of the Diva or Instead cups!

[jobob]

Long live the Diva Cup thread!

[TxDoc]

Did the search for Diva Cups and found info on them as well as what I used to use, the Instead Cups. I used to be only able to find those when we'd travel to Canada. Once I found them at a store on clearance, and the pharmacist said they were outlawing them in the U.S., well, found the Diva Cups at a local Mother's Market Store and the Instead at a local Rite-Aid...I'm set! Thank you so much...I'm back at it! Gonna' ride tonight to makeup for the loss of the ride this morning!!!

I always use the instead softcups - since they came on the market. Never had a problem, but I do admit that I have always had a very light period. Anyway, they are not being outlowed that I know of, we find them in every pharmacy depatment. And their website has loads of info for first-time users.
Good luck!

[Flybye]

Okay. I took the Diva dive. Should be here in a few days. Just in time for Aunt Flo. I am eager to give it a try.

[Blueberry]

Practice once before the unwelcome Aunt arrives - if can be a little tricky. It still "pops" on me when getting it out on occasion. Can hurt momentarily. Of course, I take the BC pills continuously, so she visits 1-2x per year now

[wackyjacky1]

+1 jumping on the Diva Cup bandwagon. Thanks to TE, this month I tried something I had never even heard of before, and had a great experience. It took me a few tries to work out proper insertion and placement, but I think over time it will become second nature. There was a bit of an "ick" factor when I first tried it, but it's really no ickier than any other method...it's just different from what I was used to.

I think someone in this thread has already linked to the TE Diva Cup thread (or just do a search). It's definitely a "must read" for anyone wanting to try this product.

BTW my local Whole Foods doesn't carry them, but I found them at Central Market (an upscale version of our local grocery chain).

[Kvixen23]

Below is the site I found on Diva Cups....you can buy them there. I'm interested in trying them....Anyone used them that is willing to comment on the level of comfort?? How they feel?? Are they worth it??

http://www.divacup.com/en/home/buy_now/

[berkeley]

Below is the site I found on Diva Cups....you can buy them there. I'm interested in trying them....Anyone used them that is willing to comment on the level of comfort?? How they feel?? Are they worth it??

http://www.divacup.com/en/home/buy_now/

Totally worth it. It's really no different in "feel" than a tampon, honestly I don't notice it at all.

Some people need to cut the stem part down because it's too long for them, but that's a personal thing. Mine doesn't bother me at all.

Try it!

[Red Rock]

I have been looking into this since this thread came up. I must be in the middle of nowhere. The closest shop is at least 200 miles away. I have looked at the Intense as an option, but I thought it was a bit discusting to be throwing this thing away after use. How awful for the environment and dump. Therefore, I did not purchase.

Is this biodegratable plastic? or do I need to read thie site some more for information. I can only imagine what the trash guys/people see everyday when they sort stuff or whatever they do with the trash. ugh!

I check out my internet options on this.

Red Rock