Tampons vs Menstrual Cups: Little Black Clutch Edition
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
Tampon Trash Talk: How Much Waste Does Your Period Really Make?
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
Free Printable Cervix Ruler for Measuring Your Cervix For A Cup or Disc
A cervix ruler? Yes. Hear me out! I’m willing to bet that before you decided to try a menstrual cup (or disc), you never gave your cervix or measuring it
5 Free Cloth Menstrual Pad Patterns
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
5 Reasons Why My Menstrual Cup Is My Bestie
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
Period Swimwear: What Is It And How Does It Work?
Summer is coming up fast, and for lots of us, that means days at the beach, pool, or on the water — and LOTS of time in swimsuits! While tampons have been
Vaginal Discharge | An Illustrated Guide To What’s Normal & What’s Not?
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
Vaginismus | The Ultimate Guide to Menstrual Cups & Discs
If you’re someone who experiences vaginismus, you may wonder if a menstrual cup or disc can work for you when it comes to managing your period. While it does require
Mess-Free Period Sex While Using A Menstrual Disc
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
The Benefits of Menstrual Cups
Welcome to the world of menstrual cups! They are the way to go if you’re looking for an eco-friendly, comfortable, and cost-saving alternative to pads and tampons. Menstrual cups provide
How To Deal With Menstrual Cramps While Camping
Worried your period will ruin your camping trip? It certainly doesn’t have to. Whether you’re pitching your tent in a developed campground or hiking your way into the wilderness, here
Talking With Your Child About Periods – It’s Not As Awkward As You Think!
Navigating the world of adolescence can be a tricky journey, and there are few things more daunting than having to have the “period talk” with your pre-teen/teen. It’s important to
Menstrual Cups With Applicators | Game Changers or Gimmicks?
If you’ve landed on the menstruation side of social media, you’ve likely heard about a new period cup with an applicator — and the internet has thoughts. So let’s talk
Redditor Shares How They Accidentally Left A Menstrual Cup In For Over A Year
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
Packing List & Travel Tips For An Easier Vacation On Your Period
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
Your Guide to the Perfect Period Emergency Kit for The Ultimate Backup Plan!
Your menstrual period may not always arrive on schedule, and often doesn’t give fair warning for a surprise visit. Being prepared for your period when you’re away from home (and
The 5 Best Yoga Poses For Relieving Period Pain & Why They Work
Practicing yoga has tons of proven benefits to your overall health, including promoting flexibility and mobility, stress relief, weight loss, mental health, and healthy sleep. When it comes to promoting
What To Know Before Trying A Menstrual Disc
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
The Importance of Inclusive Language In The Period Space
Traditionally, conversations about the menstrual cycle and period products have been geared around female presenting, cis women and filed under “women’s health.” But cis-gendered women — a term that describes
Does CBD Actually Work for Period Cramps & Menstrual Pain?
CBD oil for menstrual cramps? Does it actually work? We’ve done a deep dive, so buckle up. Here’s everything you need to know about CBD and period pain. What Is
Finding Your Perfect Period Underwear | The Complete Guide & Comparison Chart
Welcome to your one-stop shop for finding the perfect period underwear for you! Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran in the period game, you’ve come to the right place.
Free Printable Period Tracker
I hope the position here at Put A Cup In It is pretty obvious, but I want to make it very clear that the recent ruling to strip away our
Can Virgins Use A Menstrual Cup? “Virginity” & Period Care
Can virgins use a menstrual cup? Before we get started, we want to address that there are common myths around virginity that perpetuate the idea that a broken hymen means
How Long Is A Normal Menstrual Cycle? (We Have The Answers!)
A lot more is happening in your body every month than just the days you’re on your period. That’s why the menstrual cycle is considered to be all month long,
Menstrual Cup Dangers and Fears : Facts or Myths?
You don’t have to spend much time on the internet to see that there are a lot of common fears surrounding menstrual cups. Unfortunately, it can be hard to find
9 Great Menstrual Cup Folds
Before you can insert your menstrual cup, you need to know how to fold it. We’ve got you covered with the 9 most common folds, including the best for beginners!
Why A Menstrual Cup Might Make Your Job Easier
What do a race car driver, student, E.R. nurse, engineer, and firefighter have in common? In this case, they’re all badass menstrual cup/disc users who sing the praises of making
Boric Acid Vaginal Suppositories: Should You Use Them?
We admit, phrase “boric acid vaginal suppositories” sounds a lot scarier than it actually is. And to get it out of the way, the “acid” in boric acid won’t burn
Why You Should Switch to a Menstrual Disc
Menstrual cups have quickly gained popularity with people looking to ditch the disposables and opt for more sustainable, reusable period products to manage their menstrual cycle. Slightly different in design, menstrual
What IS A Menstrual Cup? We’re so glad you asked…
Ever seen one of those silicone cups & wondered what it is? Let us walk you through the basics of what a menstrual cup is and why it’s so awesome!
The Benefits of Period Sex: Why You Should Have Sex on Your Period
Sex and masturbation during your period can feel absolutely amazing, and be a big boost to your mood at what’s sometimes seen as a less-fun part of your menstrual cycle.
So You Got a PCOS Diagnosis, Now What?
What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is a bit of a misnomer. Rather than causing large ovarian cysts, as the name might suggest, it is typically more of a
One Podcast Fits All : Amanda Talks Periods With Daleena & Gaby
I am so excited to be sharing this podcast episode. I recently had the opportunity to chat with the gals from One Podcast Fits All and it was the most
8 Foods That Can Help Relieve PMS Symptoms and Boost Your Mood
Headaches, abdominal cramps, fatigue, bloating, and soreness — no one looks forward to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms. Yet, it’s estimated that as many as 75% of people who menstruate experience at least
Menstrual Disc Auto Dumping: A Comprehensive Guide
Auto-dumping is arguably one of the best benefits of using a menstrual disc over a menstrual cup. Because unlike when you’re using a menstrual cup, where you have to manually
Traveling on Your Period: Why Menstrual Cups Are the Best for All Types of Travel
By plane, train, or automobile, having traveling on your period adds an extra layer of planning to your adventure. What’s the best period management system for menstruating folks on the
Are Menstrual Cups Messy? Tips & Tricks To Avoid Disaster
One of the biggest hesitations we hear before switching from traditional menstrual products (pads or tampons) to using a menstrual cup is the fear that it will be messy. Worry
Different Menstrual Cup Shapes — A Clear Information Guide
Unfortunately there is no “one fits all” menstrual cup. Menstrual cups are worn internally and held in place by the vaginal wall and surrounding muscles. Since our bodies come in
Exercising on your Period: What You Need To Know (And How To Start Today)
Don’t roll your eyes just yet—we get it! Sometimes the last thing you want to do is exercise when you’re on your period. While that’s totally fine, we’re not only
Put A Cup In It Resource Master Guide
Put A Cup In It is best known for The Cup Quiz and our menstrual cup comparison chart but we also offer a large catalog of articles, videos, and other helpful resources! To
The Cup Quiz : Translations
The Cup Quiz by Put A Cup In It is the original and most trusted menstrual cup quiz. Our quiz has been designed with decades of experience and is constantly
Does COVID-19 Or A COVID-19 Vaccine Affect Your Period?
Most of us have had some aspect of our lives upended since March of 2020 when the COVID-19 global pandemic was officially declared. Endless questions have circled since around contracting
How to Change & Clean Your Menstrual Cup in A Public Restroom
Anytime the conversation steers to the pros and cons of using menstrual cups, inevitably someone says something like, “I wouldn’t want to change it in public, what a mess!” Periods
Hiking and Camping on Your Period
Whether in the backcountry or close to your own backyard, there’s nothing like spending time in nature. When plans coincide with menstruation, you don’t have to put the brakes on
The Ultimate Teen Guide to Menstrual Cups
[ + concerned parents and caregivers ] Menstrual cups (and discs, which are similar in function) are a menstrual care option that often needs a bit of explaining. After all,
Swimming, Scuba, and Watersports With A Menstrual Cup?
Ever wondered about period protection while swimming, surfing, or scuba diving? Have questions about things like safety, sanitation, or (gulp) sharks? Whether you swim casually or competitively, are into sport
Healing Hormones Podcast : With Guest Amanda Hearn from Put A Cup In It
Period stigma is nothing new and, while it is improving, it is still difficult for many people to accept sustainable period products as a viable, safe, and clean option. For
Menstrual Cup Steamers: Everything You Want To Know
Menstrual cup steamers are relatively new to the menstrual cup market but there is certainly no shortage of brands. Steam sterilizers can be found for varying prices on sites like
The Lumma Disc Sizes & How to Choose
Discs are a hot topic these days, with more people looking for reusables options and wanting to see what’s available to them. Discs have been available in disposable versions for
The bfree Cup Review {No Boiling Needed!}
A cup you don’t need to boil? Truth be told, we don’t think they all need boiled but all but one brand (we are aware of) suggests regular boiling of
Protesting Safely: Essentials & Tips
The United States remains in a state of civil unrest (and rightly so). Following the verdict delivery in the Derek Chauvin case, police in Columbus Ohio shot and killed a
Using A Menstrual Cup Without Access to Running Water
People who menstruate know they can’t always count on their cycle to be predictable, especially in an atypical setting. Certain circumstances call for unique preparedness, and having a plan will
A Beginner’s Guide to Menstrual Cups
Alternative menstrual products have become a mainstream topic and feminist obsession. While concerns about the safety of ‘traditional’ products like tampons have fueled some of that, the actual benefits of
Menstrual Disc FAQ
Our menstrual disc FAQ is designed to help answer some of the most common… and obscure (but important and valid!) questions that we hear. Learning to use a menstrual disc
The Menstrual Disc Quiz { Find your perfect fit! }
Our innovative disc quiz has been developed with more than a decade of experience and by working hand-in-hand with industry disruptors and thought leaders. The Disc Quiz continues to be
Menstrual Cup Visual Comparison Tool
Originally part of our Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart, our updated visual comparison tool is designed to help you compare cups side-by side without having to have both in hand. This
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Menstrual Disc Reviews
Reviews can be a very important step in choosing a menstrual cup or menstrual disc. While the menstrual disc market isn’t nearly as robust (yet!) as cups, there are several
Menstrual Cup Reviews
We show you how to choose the best menstrual cup for you with our popular Menstrual Cup Quiz but reviews are just as important in choosing a cup! Here are
Menstrual Cup Cleaners
How to clean your cup is a common first question. Can you use what you have on hand or should you use menstrual cup cleaners? Below we will go over
The Honey Pot Cup Review
The Honey Pot Cup has probably been one of the most requested reviews we’ve had, and we are so excited to be able to oblige! Kelli, from ItsJustKelli is our
Can you use Menstrual Cups with IUDs?
“Can I wear a menstrual cup if I have an IUD?” We hear this a lot and it’s about time we address some of the misconceptions surrounding this somewhat controversial
Troubleshooting Menstrual Cup Leaks [the quiz]
Troubleshooting a menstrual cup leak and the cause can be frustrating. Our cup troubleshooting quiz is designed to help give you a place to start with tips tailored to the
Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart
Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart The Put A Cup In It menstrual cup comparison chart is among our most used resources! It’s easy to use and great to compare cups in
Size en uygun adet kabını 9 soruda bulmanıza yardımcı olabiliriz! Turkish Menstrual Cup Quiz
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Conosciamo la coppetta mestruale perfetta per te basandoci su 9 domande! Italian Menstrual Cup Quiz
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What’s the Deal With Valve Menstrual Cups?
A valve menstrual cup is one that has a valve, or otherwise open, straw-like stem, that is meant to make it possible to empty the cup without having to remove
Venus Cup Review | A New High Capacity Cup
The Venus Cup boasts capacities higher than most cups. It features two sizes, a rounder base, medical grade silicone, and a very attractive price point (around $15-$20 per cup or
All About TPE Menstrual Cups
What are TPE Menstrual Cups? TPE is short for thermoplastic elastomer. The same way that silicone cups use medical grade silicone, manufacturers who use TPE also use a medical grade
Flex Menstrual Cup Review
When we first announced the new, “innovative” Flex menstrual cup we weren’t shy in sharing our thoughts. If you haven’t already seen our article, FLEX Enters The Menstrual Cup Market
Menstrual Cup Firmness Explained
The menstrual cup is a pretty amazing feat of engineering and design. If cups and vaginas weren’t so varied we would be out of a job! This article and video
Can a Quiz Really Help You Pick The Perfect Menstrual Cup?
As the makers of “The Cup Quiz“, we know firsthand all of the experience and work that has gone into creating this resource that, according to quiz takers, yields a
Lumma Unique Menstrual Disc Review
The Lumma Unique is a line of reusable menstrual discs with a rapidly growing cult following. With three sizes (most brands are one size fits all), unique pull string, and
Troubleshooting Menstrual Cup Leaks
Your menstrual cup leaking can be incredibly frustrating and finding yourself with a ruined pair of underwear… or worse, is never a fun surprise. Equally frustrating is not knowing why
Sabemos qual seu coletor prefeito baseado em 9 questões! Menstrual Cup Quiz Portuguese – Brasil
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Nós sabemos qual o copo menstrual perfeito para ti com base em 9 perguntas! Menstrual Cup Quiz Portuguese
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And The Study Says: Menstrual Cups Are As Safe & Effective As Other Options!
Today The Lancet released the largest and most comprehensive review of menstrual cup studies to date. The analysis examined 43 studies (narrowed from 436) that met their criteria for deeper review
The Best Menstrual Cup | How to Choose the Right Cup For You
The menstrual cup has been generating a lot of buzz the past few years, largely thanks to a loyal fanbase that is ready and willing to sing its praises to
Cora Cup Review
While on a #TargetRun a few months ago, to check out the Saalt Cup on Target shelves, I saw another cup that came as a bit of a surprise —
Saalt Soft Menstrual Cup Review
The Saalt Soft Menstrual Cup is the newest cup to the scene, and we are so excited to be sharing more about this new design that we helped to create. Our
A Great Big PACII & Saalt Announcement
We’ve been sitting on a pretty big secret here at Put A Cup In It, and we’re finally ready to share our big Saalt announcement with all of you! But,
Nixit Menstrual Cup Review | a new reusable disc
The new Nixit Menstrual Cup is one we’ve been asked to review since it launched a few months ago. While the brand calls itself a “menstrual cup” we do feel
Menstrual Cup Alternatives (Safer Tampons & Pads)
Being the menstrual cup advocates we are, we never imagined the day would come where we’d write a whole post about alternatives to menstrual cups. It’s also rather funny since
How the Menstrual Cup Improved My Sex Life
Yes, you read that right. My choice of menstrual protection actually improved my sex life — more specifically moisture and overall vaginal awareness. Before I have you thinking that I’m
Lunette Cup Review
8 years ago when I embarked on my menstrual cup journey I started with a Diva Cup (me, and everyone else up until the last 5 years or so!) and
Menstrual Cups vs Menstrual Discs | The Differences
“I tried menstrual cups. They didn’t work for me?” We’ve heard that so many times that it’s almost a reflex to ask, “What brand did you try?” and we can
You’re going to be singing this song about menstrual cups all day | ‘Keep Cup’ by Slush
We’ve taken popular songs and replaced their lyrics with menstrual cup references, and jokingly thought of recording one of them, but we could never have done as good of a
Menstrual Disc Comparison Chart
Menstrual Disc Comparison Chart Click the top of each column to sort by brand, measurement, or feature. Need more help or unsure where to start? Take The Disc Quiz! Brand↕
7 Things No One Tells You About Menstrual Cups
Switching to a menstrual cup is something we recommend for everyone, but there are a few things we found out after we switched that no one bothered tell us before.
How to Find Your Cervix & Check Its Position for A Menstrual Cup
How to find your cervix to measure it for a menstrual cup is one of the questions that we get the most. It might seem odd at first, but locating
NIXIT Menstrual Cup | First Look + Unboxing Video
The reusable menstrual world is meeting nixit, a disc (despite the verbiage on the box) for the first time this week. We were lucky enough to get our hands on
Ayo Cari Tahu Mana Jodoh Menstrual Cupmu Hanya dari 9 Pertanyaan! Indonesian Menstrual Cup Quiz
English | En espanol | Nederlands | Français | Deutsche | Indonesian | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | 한국어 | Português | Português Brasil | Italian | Türk | ไทย “Menstrual
New Period Emoji?
Well, sort of… and it’s about damn time! While it’s not a tampon, menstrual pad, or pair of period underwear, we are finally getting a period emoji… kinda. The new
Buying A Menstrual Cup In Store » With Intimina
You may find yourself in the aisle of a store, staring down shelves of menstrual products, with a pretty pink and white box staring back at you that says “menstrual
Wir finden deine perfekte Menstruationstasse mit Hilfe von 9 Fragen! German Menstrual Cup Quiz
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Dot Menstrual Cup Review | One for One
You’ve asked for a Dot menstrual cup review and we’re is delivering! Dot is a brand with a simple model and an even simpler selection — you can choose from
Tips for Traveling on Your Period & Always Prepared With Your Menstrual Cup
Periods have no respect for your travel plans. Those are the facts, and I’m sorry. If you have a period and travel, I’d be willing to bet that you have
Pooping With A Menstrual Cup
When we are asked about pooping with a menstrual cup, it typically revolves around the fear of the cup falling out or, more accurately, the cup being pushed out. While
Will Menstrual Cups Work If Tampons Don’t? | Yes!
We get asked often “If I can’t use a tampon can I still use a menstrual cup?” Almost always the answer is yes! The reason you can’t use a tampon
Tales of Menstrual Cup Disasters
Using a menstrual cup is the best thing you can ever do for yourself, your health, and your overall period comfort. Plus it creates no waste, lasts up to 10
Tampax Cup Review
Tampax Joins the Menstrual Cup Game To say we were surprised the day we received an email from a PR agency about working with a large brand on the launch
FLEX Enters the Menstrual Cup Market With the Purchase of Keela Cup
The 4-1-1 It was announced today that FLEX, the maker of the FLEX Disc, has acquired Keela Cup. Keela Cup was a successfully funded kickstarter project that raised over $55,000 from
Choosing a Menstrual Cup Size | How To Pick The Right Size
With so many choices out there and the conflicting sizing guidelines from each brand it’s confusing to pick a menstrual cup size. But what are the sizes and which size
Black Menstrual Cups
Black menstrual cups (and rainbow) are the topic of most of the “Oooh, what is that cup?!” questions we receive. Just one brand offers a rainbow cup, but black comes
Private Label Menstrual Cups
Private Label Menstrual Cups You may notice a new section at the very bottom of our menstrual cup comparison chart that now lists cup dupes, or private label menstrual cups.
Using a Menstrual Cup in Dorm Bathrooms & Communal Spaces
What if you live in a dorm room or another shared living space that doesn’t have a single private sink or a place to sanitize your menstrual cup? This certainly
Saalt Menstrual Cup Review | NOT an Extreme Cup (it’s a good thing)
The Saalt Menstrual Cup is fairly new to the scene but one we here at PACII are excited about. Our Saalt Cup review video covers all the things you are dying
Hello Cup Review | Great Menstrual Cup For Teens
A fairly new brand in the menstrual cup world, the Hello Cup has made a huge visual impression across the community. The brand is based in New Zealand and makes their
How to Remove a Menstrual Cup
If you’ve come this far we’re going to assume you’ve managed to figure out How to Insert Your Menstrual Cup. If not, click that link to check out part one
How to Insert a Menstrual Cup
Making the change from tampons or pads to a menstrual cup can be intimidating… we’ve been there! As with anything new, there is a bit of a learning curve. You
Menstrual Cup Coupons +Discs, Underwear, Pads & Other Essentials
We have established partnerships with several leading brands & shops for our community. Out of respect for their generosity and our time, please do not share these codes outside of
7 Alternatives to the $369 THINX Period Sex Blanket
You may have seen the newest *innovation* to ever *come* to the menstrual market: the THINX Period Sex Blanket. This groundbreaking innovation features “4-layer tech to absorb fluids while you
How Often Should You Change Your Menstrual Cup?
How often you should be emptying your menstrual cup? 10-12 hours is the maximum for hygeine reasons but if you DO have a heavy period or have a heavy 1-2
Shiny New Menstrual Cup Chart Updates
If you haven’t already met them, you can check out one of most useful tools – the Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart in it’s original glory, or metric. In our charts
Nous savons quelle est votre coupe menstruelle parfaite basé sur 9 questions! French Menstrual Cup Quiz
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Does CBD Oil Work for Menstrual Pain? We tried it.
The Case for CBD In most of the United States CBD (short for cannabidiol), a non-psychoactive cannabinoid compound found in marijuana, can be purchased and used legally (the laws are
Do Menstrual Cups Cause TSS?
A new string of articles by sensationalist publications stating that menstrual cups are more likely to cause TSS have been making the rounds and giving menstrual cup users quite a
Ziggy Cup by Intimina Review | Reusable Menstrual Disc
The day has finally come! YES! The world now has a truly reusable menstrual disc similar to the cult favorite SoftCup/ Instead Cup called the Ziggy Cup. Once upon a
LaliCup Menstrual Cup Review
https://youtu.be/TBFgrHL7i10 The test vaginas are at it again, this time reviewing LaliCup. LaliCup manufactures their menstrual cups in Slovenia (a small country in the EU) and the thing we love
How to Clean a Menstrual Cup (Surprisingly Easy!)
So you want to know how to clean a menstrual cup! Menstrual cups are made from non-porous materials such as medical grade silicone or TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) and are ideal
Vind je perfecte Menstruatiecup in 9 vragen met onze hulp! Dutch Menstrual Cup Quiz
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Menstrual Cup FAQ
Our menstrual cup FAQ is designed to help answer some of the most common… and obscure (but important and valid!) questions that we hear. Learning to use a menstrual cup
Inserting Your Menstrual Cup With Long Nails
Crazy nail art with rhinestones and Kardashian style nails aside, inserting a menstrual cup when you have long fingernails is still possible without scratching up your vag. This applies to
Menstrual Cup Companies That Give Back
If purposeful purchasing plays a big role in your menstrual cup shopping you may want to pick a brand that chooses to give back. Luckily there are many menstrual cups
Compare and Shop Menstrual Cups & Menstrual Discs
Using this tool to compare & shop menstrual cups and menstrual discs will help make your decision on which option to buy even easier! Simply select up to four products
High Capacity Menstrual Cups — A Put A Cup In It Guide
If you’re looking for high capacity menstrual cups, you’ve come to the right place. Please keep in mind that if you have not used a menstrual cup before, you may
Low Cervix Menstrual Cups — A Put A Cup In It Guide
If you’re looking for low cervix menstrual cups, you’ve come to the right place. Before choosing a low cervix model it is important to be sure that you actually need
Soft Menstrual Cups — A Put A Cup In It Guide
If you’re looking for soft menstrual cups, you’ve come to the right place. Choosing a cup with the correct firmness for your body can make a huge difference in your comfort
Firm Menstrual Cups — A Put A Cup In It Guide
If you’re looking for firm menstrual cups, you’ve come to the right place. Choosing a cup with the correct firmness for your body can make a huge difference in your comfort
High Cervix Menstrual Cups — A Put A Cup In It Guide
If you’re looking for high cervix menstrual cups, you’ve come to the right place. Before choosing a high cervix model it is important to be sure that you actually need
Menstrual Cup Firmness Guide
Menstrual Cup Firmness: Measuring the Immeasurable A definitive menstrual cup firmness chart is not possible due to how the thickness of silicone (which is technically measurable) is only part of
Cheap Menstrual Cups — Are They Safe?
We feel that it’s time to address the big, cheap elephant in the room — “generic” menstrual cups and disc. Cheap menstrual cups are usually referred to in cup communities as
Merula Cup Review- Big Capacity, Short Cup
We’re back on the blog with a Merula Cup review- you’ve been asking our thoughts on this cup from Germany so we obliged! Short and Stout There is HUGE potential
A Very PACII DivaCup Review
WHAT YEAR IS THIS? We know, we know, we are about a decade late on publishing our own review of The DivaCup. If you’ve heard of a menstrual cup chances
How To Find Your Perfect (Goldilocks) Menstrual Cup
With very few exceptions we can confidently say that there IS a menstrual cup that will work for everyone. That perfect fitting, perfect feeling, perfect sealing cup is referred to
回答以下九个问题就可以挑选最适合您的月亮杯！(Simplified Chinese Menstrual Cup Quiz)
English | En espanol | Nederlands | Français | Deutsche | Indonesian | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | 한국어 | Português | Português Brasil | Italian | Türk | ไทย 这个问卷是根据我们丰富的经验以及月亮杯比较图所设计的，回答一些关於您的身体，年龄，活动量等等的问题就可以选择最适合您的月亮杯。
回答以下九個問題就可以挑選最適合您的月亮杯！(Traditional Chinese Menstrual Cup Quiz)
English | En espanol | Nederlands | Français | Deutsche | Indonesian | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | 한국어 | Português | Português Brasil | Italian | Türk | ไทย 這個問卷是根據我們豐富的經驗以及月亮杯比較圖所設計的，回答一些關於您的身體，年齡，活動量等等的問題就可以選擇最適合您的月亮杯。
4 Tips for Perfecting The Fit of Your Menstrual Cup
Leaking and menstrual cup fit are two of the most common issues that menstrual cup users come to us about. After typing out my #1 and favorite tip that happens
Annoying Things About Menstrual Cups We Can All Relate To
The other day we shared a quick thought on our Facebook page that turned into a fairly major discussion on the annoying little things that all menstrual cup users experience.
Does It Work? A Look At The FLEX Menstrual Disc
Menstrual discs are something we’ve been asked about more times than we can count, and usually it comes in the form of a confusing question about menstrual cups … and
Breaking Taboos with Style: Menstrual Advocacy Gear from Put A Cup In It
Excitement is in the air! After months of anticipation and hard work, we’re thrilled to unveil something special we’ve been crafting for over half a year. You might have caught
The Menstrual Cup Quiz v2.0 – Improvements & A New Outcome!
By far Put A Cup In It’s most popular resource is our Menstrual Cup Quiz. The original quiz was developed by our team based on our experiences with numerous cups
Pick a Disney Character & We’ll Tell You Your Perfect Period Product
Ever wondered what menstrual management system is right for you, based on your favorite Disney character? Well, wonder no more! We have the answers. While this quiz is a bit
생리컵 골라주는 간단한 플래시 퀴즈 – Korean Menstrual Cup Quiz
Many thanks to @Terrabozi for helping us by creating this translation! English | En espanol | Nederlands | Français | Deutsche | Indonesian | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | 한국어 |
PACII Turns 2: Let’s Party Vtv Style!
When we realized our website would be turning 2 years old in April it was clear we had to celebrate this milestone in a big way. We’re so thankful to
XO Flo Menstrual Cup Review
The newest menstrual cup to be released, of note, is the XO Flo. This cup was designed by the makers of GladRags after careful design, which is evident in the
Our Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart – Now With Sorting!
In a stroke of genius our team has made a small, but significant, change to our popular Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart. The chart, that has always been a favorite amongst
Saying NO THINX | Period Underwear Brands & THINX Alternatives
The secret is out — THINX (a period underwear brand) isn’t the feminist utopian company they claimed to be. Miki Agrawal, founder and former CEO, was accused of mistreating employees
Using Menstrual Cups With Heavy Periods | Advice From A Heavy Bleeder
I am often asked about using menstrual cups with heavy periods. Being able to trust your period protection is so important and I completely get it. So, can you use
How to Measure Your Cervix: A Very PACII How-To
Learning how to measure your cervix is as glorious as it sounds. It’s the best. It’s fantastic. We promise. Okay, we may be using alternative facts here, but it does
A Very PACII Gift Guide — Gifts for your Bestie
You want to treat your bestie right, and happen to know what besties wants! It’s only right that we have made a list of our favorite things to gift (or
12 Gifs that Perfectly Sum Up Using Period Products
…with disposables 1. When that pad gets stuck to your inner thigh and you’re trying to be discreet. 2. When it’s time to change your tampon and that shit is
PACII Roadshow OH/IN/KY Recap
On Sunday after 2 days of non-stop crazy Amanda and I looked at each other in the car and said “We did it!” A crazy idea to bring our particular brand
The Best Damn Card Game. PERIOD. { FREE Download } Cards Against Humanity Variation
Like Cards Against Humanity, The Best Damn Card Game. Period. is a funny, multiplayer party game. This version dives headfirst into the random world of menstruation and classic Put A Cup
Looking forward to PACII Roadtrip? So are we!
We couldn’t be more excited about our first “tour” happening June 17-18 in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky! The planning has been non-stop as is our to-do list but we know
Cloth Pads for the Bleeder with a Sense of Humor
Upon entering the world of cloth pads, rather reluctantly at first I should add, I was pleasantly surprised to find it was an amazing and hilarious little community. For those who
5 Techniques Everyone Uses When Removing a Menstrual Cup
Sexy title right? I mean, we thought about calling this post and video “5 Ways to handle yourself while your vagina free bleeds between the time you remove your menstrual
Why We No Longer Support THINX
UPDATE: This post was published in 2016. Miki Agrawal did step down from THINX as “SHE-EO” after sexual harassment allegations but seems to have a more behind the scenes role.
Menstrual Bingo { Free Download }
What’s better than menstruating? Menstruating while playing Bingo of course! Download a free copy of this hilarious game from I Heart Guts, and while you’re at it check out their
How to Remove Period Blood Stains
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
Peeing With A Menstrual Cup
Even though we chuckle at the comments left on our YouTube videos that ask “how can I pee with a menstrual cup in?” there IS something about urination that should
Fabulous Flo from Bummis Now Available to US!
Good news for everyone who has asked about the pads seen at my reusable menstrual products workshops or in various videos- the Fabulous Flo liners and pads from Bummis are
¡Sabemos tu copa menstrual perfecta basada en 9 preguntas! Spanish Menstrual Cup Quiz
English | En espanol | Nederlands | Français | Deutsche | Indonesian | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | 한국어 | Português | Português Brasil | Italian | Türk | ไทย Hasta
Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart (Metric)
Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart (Metric) The Put A Cup In It menstrual cup comparison chart is one of our most used resources! It’s easy to use and great to compare
An “Inside” Look at Menstrual Cups
The biggest mystery of using a menstrual cup is usually what happens once it’s inside and out of view. Where does the cup go? How does it sit in
The Menstrual Cup Quiz { Find Your Best Fit! } We know your perfect menstrual cup based on 9 questions!
Translations of this quiz can be found here. Are you considering switching to a menstrual cup? If so, our Menstrual Cup Quiz can help you find the best cup for
Smart Vagina: Are you ready?
Ladies and gents (with vaginas) you may want to have a seat. What I’m about to say is going to blow you away and I don’t want to be responsible
DIY Cloth Pads For Your “Wherever” {Video}
Next time you need cloth pads for when you’re bleeding from “wherever” why not try your hand at making your own? Our very own Amanda Hearn has created a simple,
Lena Cup Demonstration {Video}
The new Lena Cup that released in July has gained a few fans from our PACII team. We introduced readers to the cup a few weeks ago but now that
Menstrual Products You’ve Never Heard Of!
We all know about tampons and pads and if you’re here, you’re probably aware of menstrual cups. Did you know there are quite a few other “alternative” menstrual products in
What You Don’t Know About Your Period
It’s not often that we see cups represented in the ‘mainstream’ but it’s happening more and more. We love seeing a cup in this video, even if it is a
What’s Your Cup Spot? Find Inspiration!
The dilemma of where to place your cup for the moments you have to take care of other pressing matters between washing and reinsertion is a real one. Some of
Introducing Lena Cup- a new Menstrual Cup!
On July 1 a new menstrual cup brand was announced, called Lena Cup. This brand is made in California and has been registered with the FDA. I was was sent a
Lunapads Celebrates DivaCup Month to Help Girls at the Pader Girls Academy
Good menstrual health and hygiene are obviously important issues for women and girls all over the world, but what happens when girls can’t access the products they need to live
Menstrual Cup Comparison Chart & Visual Tool
When I was first considering a cup, I chose based on the only cup that I had heard of – The Diva Cup. I was very pleased with my cup