https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:05:56 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2614541 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:38:08 +0000 periwinklebee 2614541@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Sunshine: For me, the difference in comfort with the diva cup versus femme cycle cup is night and day. I thought for a few months I must be doing something wrong, but the replies/links on this thread helped me realize it just wasn't a good fit for my body. It was kind of annoying to have to buy a new cup and master again how to insert it, but so worth it... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2614539 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:34:36 +0000 periwinklebee 2614539@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: @Bubbles: I'm still getting confident with it as well. For the most part it has been amazing, but I also had a couple of fails. And I found when it failed, it was more than a little leak. :shocked: i.e. it either works perfectly for me or barely at all. I've found the keys to getting it to pop open are inserting it slowly (it mentions this in the directions and it really seems to help) and making sure there's trapped air when it's folded. Intentionally relaxing the relevant muscles also makes it easier for it to pop open. I can tell more or less if it's opened and if it hasn't, I pull it out and try again. The other thing is I try to be sure to aim the opening at my cervix. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2614533 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:31:13 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 2614533@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just started using a cup for the last 2 days or my last cycle. I had no leaks but was generally uncomfortable. I feel like after a few tries I had it in pretty right. Ive been dying to start my period to test it out again but if it doesn't feel right I may have to get a different one...glad I found this thread! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2614442 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 04:10:08 +0000 lamariniere 2614442@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: @periwinklebee: ladies, I got one! I LOVE that I can't feel it at all. But do you have any insertion tricks? I've been looking at some youtube videos and have tried a few things, but I don't feel 100% confident with it yet. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2597742 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 11:43:43 +0000 periwinklebee 2597742@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: @Bubbles: FemmeCycle Low for the win! @lamariniere: , hope it works as well for you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2597731 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 11:32:31 +0000 Bubbles 2597731@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@periwinklebee: I got one too and used it for the first time this week! I also love it! It's so comfortable I actually forget it's there which I could NEVER have said of the mooncup! I also like the flippy bit at the top so you don't spill it. Definitely reccomend! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2597677 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 10:31:28 +0000 lamariniere 2597677@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@periwinklebee: I was hoping you would update! I'm definitely going to get one! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2597672 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 10:26:42 +0000 Iced Tea 2597672@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@periwinklebee: That's great! I'm glad you found a better fit. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2597538 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 08:27:56 +0000 periwinklebee 2597538@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: @Bubbles: I'm just reporting back to say that I *love* the FemmeCycle Low :happy: It's super easy and painless to insert, I don't feel it once its in, zero soreness, and no leaks. I think both the fact that it's designed for a low cervix and that it's a softer material work better for my body than diva cup. I now realize what a poor fit the diva cup was! </p> <p> @tofuwad: @Iced Tea: Thank you for sharing the comparison chart and quiz - these were really helpful in figuring out what would work better for me! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583808 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 18:03:11 +0000 periwinklebee 2583808@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Iced Tea: Thank you - the quiz is great! It suggested Ruby Cup for me, I'm going to look into it more... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583786 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 15:21:46 +0000 Iced Tea 2583786@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use a Lunette size 1 and a Femme Cycle. I've never had that soreness, so I think you are right to try another cup. </p> <p>I ran across a survey that helps you determine good brands for your needs, and it recommended the Lunette for me (which I've already had a few years and like). So I think it is worth a try: <a href="http://putacupinit.com/quiz/" rel="nofollow">http://putacupinit.com/quiz/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583785 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 15:17:58 +0000 periwinklebee 2583785@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@pachamama: Thank you! I hadn't realized diva was one of the firmer ones... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583779 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 15:00:13 +0000 periwinklebee 2583779@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: @lamariniere: Thank you! I think I'm going to give the Femme Cycle Low a try next month - will let you know how it works! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583776 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:49:20 +0000 Bubbles 2583776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@tofuwad: thank you, that is good to know! I had a small tear the second time but I'd like to think they sewed it back to how it was! 😊 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583775 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:49:13 +0000 pachamama 2583775@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@periwinklebee: I did not notice that with the Diva but that is a valid concern! The diva is known as being one of the firmest, most inflexible cups on the market. There are many options that are a lot softer. I have the Sckoon and Lunette. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583774 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:43:33 +0000 tofuwad 2583774@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: I've got a very heavy flow so I've always had some leakage problems (usually only on heavy flow days when my cup literally runneth over) but no more than I had before my baby. I had some bad 2nd degree tearing (my Ob basically said it was close to but not quite 3rd degree tearing), if that makes a difference. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583773 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:36:07 +0000 lamariniere 2583773@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: yep, I'm in Europe, thanks for the link! I only checked Amazon.de so far and they didn't have it, so I'm glad to know there is a source! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583772 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:29:38 +0000 periwinklebee 2583772@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: hah, I think our responses crossed paths, just saw that! I may have to check it out. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583771 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:28:52 +0000 periwinklebee 2583771@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>oops, just saw that there is one low cervix one - that @lamariniere: just mentioned - that also has a pretty large capacity, unlike the MeLuna short ones... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583770 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:27:21 +0000 Bubbles 2583770@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: me too! I found a uk supplier, you're in Europe aren't you? <a href="http://luxurymoon.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&#038;products_id=2269" rel="nofollow">http://luxurymoon.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&#038;products_id=2269</a></p> <p>@periwinklebee: the one @lamariniere mentioned has a 30ml capacity which isn't too bad! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583769 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:24:29 +0000 lamariniere 2583769@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@periwinklebee: I think I have the same cervix problem as you. Let us know if you find one that works! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583766 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:17:36 +0000 periwinklebee 2583766@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@cam: @tlcbaby: @lamariniere: @tofuwad: @Bubbles: Thank you, this is super helpful. And that comparison site is *awesome*! </p> <p>I'm going to try a smaller size, and maybe a shorter length as well. The low cervix ones have a significantly smaller capacity than the diva cup (I guess by construction!), but I think I have a low cervix because I often hit the cup against it when inserting, even when it's barely in, and ouch... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583764 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:15:51 +0000 lamariniere 2583764@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: I'm reading reviews of the Femme Cycle Low as we speak and I think I may try that one, if I can find it where I live. It sounds like it's a dream for a low cervix! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583763 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:10:12 +0000 lamariniere 2583763@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: I didn't either the first time! I didn't even think that cervix length was a consideration! Oh well, live and learn. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583761 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:05:35 +0000 Bubbles 2583761@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: yeah that's how I feel, like if I put it any higher up it will almost be touching the cervix. That link looks helpful though - I didn't look into anything like that before buying which was probably foolish! Thank you 😊 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583760 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:02:25 +0000 lamariniere 2583760@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bubbles: well, I'm 2.5+ years PP and I'm having issues! I honestly don't know. It's either that or I have an extremely short/low cervix. Have you tried looking at comparison sights? There are tons with pictures and I actually liked the one that gives measurements. Knowing how the Diva fit me, I could look at the shapes and lengths of the other ones to get a better idea. I still may try a new shorter cup in the future. </p> <p><a href="http://theecofriendlyfamily.com/2012/04/what-menstrual-cup-is-right-for-you/" rel="nofollow">http://theecofriendlyfamily.com/2012/04/what-menstrual-cup-is-right-for-you/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583759 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 13:57:40 +0000 Bubbles 2583759@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: hmm I might try the small one then. Although at 4 months pp my pelvic floor might well be failing to hold it in place! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583757 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 13:53:52 +0000 lamariniere 2583757@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've tried Diva and Moon cup and the Moon works better for me. I have to cut the entire tail off too. Sometimes it does feel uncomfortable when walking around (I suspect this is a pelvic floor issue). I actually had to buy a new one recently and mistakenly bought the smaller one even though I've had two natural births. I find the smaller one to be more comfortable than the larger one and nothing is compromised in terms of capacity or leaking. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583753 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 13:39:56 +0000 Bubbles 2583753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@tofuwad: so you are still using a small size post childbirth with no leaking? Hmm maybe I should try this. I have had 2 vaginal deliveries though so I feel like surely it won't work! 😂 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/diva-cup-question#post-2583751 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 13:26:27 +0000 tofuwad 2583751@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Fwiw I feel like my cup (that I've been using for five years minus one pregnancy) has gotten softer with age. But it was never uncomfortable. Different brands feel different and are different sizes so you can try out a different one. After I gave birth I had to cut the tail off my Diva cup entirely. And I still have the pre-childbirth size. I've considered buying a new one but I'm lazy. Although I may need a new one just because mine is getting old!</p> <p><a href="http://theecofriendlyfamily.com/2012/04/what-menstrual-cup-is-right-for-you/" rel="nofollow">http://theecofriendlyfamily.com/2012/04/what-menstrual-cup-is-right-for-you/</a> </p>