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Cost-effective and eco-friendly, the menstrual cup is a convenient form of femimine hygiene protection. It is worn as a barrier inside the vagina during your period to collect menstrual fluid. The cup works differently from tampons and pads; it neither absorbs the flow nor catches it outside your body.

The cup is worn low in the vagina, not near the cervix like tampons, so it's easy to remove and won't create a mess. Because it's soft and smooth in texture, it can't be felt and it won't leak when inserted properly. The cup can be worn during all your favourite activities: traveling, running, biking, dancing, camping, swimming, yoga and more...

There are many cups on the market but the one I keep hearing about is the DivaCup. You only have to buy it once - it lasts for 10 years! - and you'll never have to spend money on (or throw out) another tampon or pad. It's made of a high quality, soft healthcare grade silicone. It's 100%hypoallergenic, has antibacterial properties, is latex-free and odorless.

However, all this positive stuff aside, the cup does have to be emptied and some women have a hard time wrapping their brains around this (me included!) Depending on how heavy your flow is, the DivaCup has to be emptied two to four times within a 24-hour period. It can be worn up to 12 hours at a time, but it must be emptied, washed and reinserted at least 2 times a day (twice in a 24 hour period). A good routine might be emptying it once in the morning and once at night before you go to bed.

I've heard it takes some getting used to but once you have the hang of things, there'll be no turning back. Not only is it a great way to protect the environment, it's also a great way to protect your wallet!

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