A bit uncomfortable at first but that’s a given for any first timer. It works well and is easy to clean once you get the hang of it! Just disinfect before and after every period:)

In terms of use, it works well for me as long as the cup is sitting properly. On heavy days (and when I say heavy I mean it), I unload the cup on an average of 4-6 hrs, much much longer than when I use tampons let alone pads (gone are the days!). Of course, let's not forget the biggest advantage - waste elimination. I actually opted for the frosted variant because I didn't feel safe using those with colorants. However after months of use, it seems that regular use has caused discoloration inside, even with the whole sterilizing + light washing process. I'm not sure how to remove this, I didn't want to use harsh chemicals just to remove the stain. Guess I'll be replacing this one soon (probably with another brand).

I started using cups last year as my way of saving the environment and having the best solution for active girls like me. I guess as long as I have access to clean water and bathrooms, I’m never using sanitary pads EVER AGAIN. It’s really comfortable to wear and I’m confident that I won’t have to change pads every so often on heavy days. I tried using it when I swim or bike and I never experienced a leak. Size 1 is my right size. Also removing it is easy because the rounded tail can be easily gripped with my two fingers to pull out the cup.

I’ve been considering switching to a menstrual cup for some time now but was intimidated because of the price and because it seemed difficult to wear. Glad I decided to give it a go! While it is more expensive at first glance compared to pads and tampons, in the long run, cups are WAY cheaper since you get to use it for 1-2 years (as suggested from what I’ve read) while you’ll end up spending thousands for pads/tampons for the same amount of time. It’s a bit of a learning curve to do it right (you shouldn’t feel it inside you; no leaks) but once you get the hang of it (watching youtube videos about it really helped!), you’ll feel so relieved since you no longer have to feel uncomfortable for wearing pads and to worry about leaks or toxic shock syndrome. So I can basically comfortably do all the things I can’t normally do when I’m on my period. It’s also less of a hassle to maintain since you can wear it for longer hours (I usually clean every 6-9 hours depending on my flow). Of course, it’s a big plus that cups are a great environmental alternative.