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How to Remove Period Blood Stains

How to Remove Period Blood Stains - A Guide by Put A Cup In It

Period blood stains can be a bloody mess, but leaks happens to everyone at one point or another. Thankfully we’ve got some tips and tricks — and almost anything is fixable, though some fabrics may be more difficult to treat than others. Unless this is your favorite pair of jeans the work may not be […]

Tampons vs Menstrual Cups: Little Black Clutch Edition

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Deciding between tampons and menstrual cups can feel like choosing between a reliable classic and a modern marvel. But when you’re getting ready for a night out, which menstrual product truly deserves a spot in your clutch alongside your essentials? The Compact Champion: Menstrual Cups Menstrual cups are the underdogs of the menstrual product world, […]

Tampon Trash Talk: How Much Waste Does Your Period Really Make?

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Have you ever considered how much trash and waste a single period using tampons creates? How about a whole year? When we talk about periods, it’s not just a personal health matter but also an environmental one. Traditional options for managing periods, like tampons and pads, really add up when it comes to waste (and […]

5 Free Cloth Menstrual Pad Patterns

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Making the switch to reusable menstrual products is a great way to reduce waste and save money. One popular option is cloth menstrual pads. Cloth pads are comfortable, eco-friendly, and can be easily made at home from fabric you have on hand (seriously. old cotton shirts, blankets, etc. will work.) To help you get started […]

5 Reasons Why My Menstrual Cup Is My Bestie

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Sometimes you just need to shout your love for the oft-overlooked menstrual cup. Menstrual cups have been a game-changer for many people who menstruate, and I am no exception. Of course, they won’t be the be-all-end-all for everyone, but for those that love them, they offer seriously amazing benefits over traditional products like tampons and […]

Vaginal Discharge | An Illustrated Guide To What’s Normal & What’s Not?

Vaginal Discharge | An Illustrated Guide To What's Normal & What's Not by Put A Cup In It — Image shows a line-up of hands showing how thick or thin vaginal discharge and cervical mucus are throughout the menstrual cycle. Additional images are a breakdown of this main image and go into more specific detail.

Before we get into the details, let’s just go ahead and cover that vaginal discharge is a completely normal part of life with a vagina. Discharge is essentially a mix of fluids that comes from the vaginal walls and the cervix. Combined with good, naturally occurring bacteria, it cleans and lubricates the vagina and helps […]

Mess-Free Period Sex While Using A Menstrual Disc

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Menstrual discs are a comfortable, reusable, and sustainable device designed for managing your period. Another major bonus? You can totally have mess-free period sex while using a menstrual disc. With a disc, it will be ready to get it on when you are! Why Menstrual Discs Make Are Great For Period Sex Ready to get […]

Redditor Shares How They Accidentally Left A Menstrual Cup In For Over A Year

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A Redditor recently took to the r/menstrualcups community to share a shocking discovery made during their first pap smear. After a question from their clinician, redditor xredditxthrowxawayx realized they had been wearing a menstrual cup for over a year — an incredible time considering the recommended wear time is no more than 12 hours. As […]

Packing List & Travel Tips For An Easier Vacation On Your Period

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Taking vacations is good for your health. When the time comes to use that precious PTO, nothing should get in the way of your enjoyment — including your period! Will you still be snorkeling and practically living in your swimsuit even if you’ll have your period (expected or…not) on vacation? We give that a hard […]

What To Know Before Trying A Menstrual Disc

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Menstrual discs are making big waves in the world of reusable period products, boasting benefits like better protection and mess-free period sex. So what are menstrual discs all about? Here’s What We Love About Menstrual Discs: Comfortable Reusable Eco-Friendly Better protection Money-Saving The Differences Between Menstrual Cups and Menstrual Discs A menstrual disc is similar to a menstrual cup […]