Diva Cup

[sgtiger]

My Mooncup is here. I tried to like the DivaCup, but it was really uncomfortable for me no matter how it was positioned. I could feel the lip when it was in and I couldn't get it to completely unfurl either so I had major leak issues. After reading through this thread and finding some preferred the Moon Cup, I wanted to try one. Right off the bat, I noticed a difference in the feel of the material. The Mooncup is more supple than the DivaCup. The suppleness means that it's easier to keep folded during insertion - one of the major problems that I was having with the other. Ow! I purchased the size B in the Mooncup which is the smaller one because I think the other problem I had with the Diva is it may have been a bit to wide (model 2 - bigger size), thus the unfurling issue. Anyhow, the Mooncup unfurled right away and "disappeared." The cup itself seems shallower/shorter which is a bonus for me too. Now I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the better fit will translate into no more leaks. I'm really tired of having to use the super tampon with a maxi pad.

BTW, the company that I purchased the Mooncup from sent me two flannel reusable panty liners.

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My Mooncup is here. I tried to like the DivaCup, but it was really uncomfortable for me no matter how it was positioned. I could feel the lip when it was in and I couldn't get it to completely unfurl either so I had major leak issues. After reading through this thread and finding some preferred the Moon Cup, I wanted to try one. Right off the bat, I noticed a difference in the feel of the material. The Mooncup is more supple than the DivaCup. The suppleness means that it's easier to keep folded during insertion - one of the major problems that I was having with the other. Ow! I purchased the size B in the Mooncup which is the smaller one because I think the other problem I had with the Diva is it may have been a bit to wide (model 2 - bigger size), thus the unfurling issue. Anyhow, the Mooncup unfurled right away and "disappeared." The cup itself seems shallower/shorter which is a bonus for me too. Now I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the better fit will translate into no more leaks. I'm really tired of having to use the super tampon with a maxi pad.

BTW, the company that I purchased the Mooncup from sent me two flannel reusable panty liners.

Is your Mooncup the US or UK version (I believe the UK version is only available from overseas retailers who ship to the US)? I think I am having the EXACT same issue you are with the large Diva Cup. I've had a baby, but he was C-section and I just have the feeling that my anatomy is not generous enough to accommodate the DC. From that chart I posted it's about the largest one on the market.

[OakLeaf]

FWIW, the Diva Cup never fit me as well or as comfortably as the Keeper did, either.

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FWIW, the Diva Cup never fit me as well or as comfortably as the Keeper did, either.

I think I may order the US Mooncup today (which is the same size as the Keeper). I love the idea of menstrual cups and the Instead Softcups worked OK, I just don't want to be constantly having to dispose of them.

[sgtiger]

The Mooncup I purchased was the U.S. version. It didn't really work out for me either. I experienced major cramping with it in even though I couldn't really feel it in. I tried all the various ways of placing it that I found online but the cramping persisted. And if I found a placement where the cramping went away, it leaked to the point that I may as well not be using it at all. Oh, well... Back to tampons for me.

[bikegurl]

I first heard about the Diva Cup on this forum when I was trying to figure out what female long-distance cyclists do for 'that time'. (I am interested in doing some long distances) I just bought one, and it got here just in time!
I am so glad to have heard of it! No leaking (except when it didn't seat properly)
no pain or even discomfort after it "settles in"
It is a little uncomfortable to insert and remove, but no mess!
I am so happy!
My mom wants one now

[arielmoon]

I get a little leaking when my Diva cup gets full. Like overnight. I would have the same or worse with a tampon so I really dont complain.

I also saw a tip to use a little lube on the edges to make insertion a little easier. Diva makes one if I am not mistaken but I use my Emerita