If you haven’t heard of the Diva Cup yet, I’m about to change your life. I’ve been using it for two years and I can’t even imagine going back to using anything disposable.
It’s a silicone cup that goes up into your lady business to collect the stuff you would normally use a pad or tampon for. Some people are thrown by the idea but let’s be honest, there’s no way to deal with your period that won’t be gross in one way or another.
Here’s why I’m such a rabid fan of this little device:
- It’s washable and reusable, so I stopped wasting money on pads and tampons. Also, the waste bin in my bathroom isn’t full of gross things once a month now.
- You know pads and tampons are full of chemicals, right? I don’t want chemicals up in my lady parts. Especially since all sorts of studies say they can potentially lead to cancer. Noooo thank you.
- No joke, my monthly friend has been less vicious. This isn’t scientific, but I’ve had an alien fetus try to claw it’s way out of my belly since I was 14, and he seems much more docile since I started using the cup.
- It doesn’t expand. Once it’s in, it stays how it is, unlike a tampon. And I can’t even deal with pads, they’re just diapers and just… I can’t. I know some ladies have issues with internal products and I respect that. But if that’s your thing, the fact that this thing doesn’t expand, change shape and put pressure on other inside parts is amazing.
- I forget it’s there and TSS fears are a distant memory. Clean it when you wake up and before you go to sleep and you just forget that it’s there. AND IT DOESN’T LEAK. Unless it’s full. If you’re a heavy bleeder, keep track of that. Otherwise, totes safe.
You can pick one up at your local Whole Foods, or check the Diva Cup website for stores in your area that carry them. You may want to get a new one in like, ten years.
You totally converted me. I just got the diva cup and it’s aaaamazing!
I have a femmecup which is the same thing, just a different brand and it is AMAZING. I love this thing! My period is so much more tolerable with it. I have less cramps, less trash and spend less money. I don’t have to worry about carrying tampons with me, and I don’t get that awful flu-ish feeling I used to get whenever I put in a tampon.
I still don’t quite understand it, though I must say i am intrigued. Please excuse my ignorance, but is it okay to use if you’ve never had sex or used a tampon. Thanks in advance!
It might be uncomfortable the first couple of days but after that it’s fine!
I’ve never heard of this product before. When I first started reading this post, I was thinking is she being serious that it’s a good product?! Cause it does kind of skeeve me out a bit. After reading more posts about it, and looking at the website, I think I’m going to give it a try.
so many of my girlfriends use these. I’ve been meaning to try one but i’m a little scared.
Diva cup is so amazing! I’m been using it for two years, too, and cannot advocate it enough! What they advertisements don’t tell you is that it can require a bit of “adjusting” otherwise it can feel a little uncomfortable. Also, when removing it, you sort of have to grin and bear it, but it’s definitely worth the $$ you save on tamps and pads.
This is amazing! You never want to go back to tampons after using it. I’m very surprised more people don’t use it, as they should! It’s not only super comfy, but it’s economic, and better for the environment! I’ve been using it for 3 years and will never turn back!
love mine!
I love my DivaCup! I’ve been using it for about a year now and it’s amazing! And I’ve been using LunaPads (cloth pads) for about 6 months now and no more itching or adhesive sticking to me.
You guys, I’m so excited at the incredible amount of positive feedback on this! And it’s funny, there’s tons of it from people who use the cup, and the only negative or fearful comments are from people who haven’t tried it. Or maybe haven’t tried it YET…
This just scared me into wanting to try it.
I just ordered one on amazon for $20 + shipping
thank you for this post i’m pretty dang excited (weird)
I’ve been using mine since 2007 and it’s still going strong! I’d never use anything else again. I suggest it to every lady n_n
I was able to buy all new underwear due to this comfortable product and no more stains!!!
I’ve been using mine for a year and a half, and it really is amazing. I actually feel *normal* during my period. I wish I had gotten one sooner! It really doesn’t leak at all; it’s great to be able to do yoga during my period without any worries!
If you find the stem/tab a bit irritating (I did) you can cut if most of the way off and it is still just as easy to insert/remove.
I have had great success with my DivaCup. You definitely have to dig in there to get it, which is gross, but well worth the hassle. Makes a few embarrassing noises too. Still haven’t mastered the public bathroom situation. Also not spending so much money monthly… BONUS Like it’s been said b4. Wish I had known about DivaCup back when I was a teen.
I see a lot of judgement and people talking about it being “sick.” You know what’s sick to me? The average woman will throw away over 300 pounds of used, bloody, non-biodegradable feminine hygiene products in her life. 300 pounds x how many fabulous women in this world? Besides that, the diva cup has changed my life as far as no longer worrying about leakage. Yeah, the first time you use it it’s weird, but ladies, get down with your lovely selves – why be afraid of our period or our body?
Life changing experience adopting this product! All of my closest lady friends and I have made the switch, and we have never looked back
Once you get the hang of it, it is super easy to use, and getting the hang of it is soooo easy. No more waste, no more chemicals, and far less mess than dealing with the constant disposal of other feminine hygiene products. There are illustrated instructions included (plus a “Diva” pin, too cute!) to help you figure it all out. Also, in the long run, it is a total cash saver (one $40 payment for 2-3 years of coverage, vs. somewhere around $100/year using disposable products).
LOVE this product – i’ve been nothing but happy with it as long as i’ve been using it (almost 3 years).
I just…I think it’s amazing. It’s healthier and less expensive. But I don’t think I could do it without spilling it all over my clothes or the floor. I’ve seen them before and thought long and hard about it but I cannot picture myself using it gracefully. I know it has a tab that you use to pull it out. Do you feel that tab? Also…and this is so gross…what about if you have a rather clotty period? I mean, it just floating around in there would totally make me sick.
You don’t feel the tab at all while it’s in, and it’s easy to grab when you sit down in the ladies’ room. I’m the clumsiest person ever (I have literally fallen off chairs — yes, numerous times), and have never even dropped it into the bowl. But when you’re sitting down, it’s hard to get it on your clothes or anywhere. And if you pour the contents straight into the bowl, you don’t even have to look at what’s in it. Goodness knows I don’t. They run about $30-$40 so if you feel like the investment is worth it, try it out. You might feel it a bit in the first month but after that it’s lie it’s not even there.