After washing your hands, sit on the toilet and carefully take Softdisc out of the wrapper. Pinch in half and slowly slide into the vaginal canal pushing back and down toward the cervix as far as it will comfortably go (typically the length of your index finger).
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Will my boyfriend feel the Softdisc?
Menstrual discs don’t take up any real estate in your vaginal canal, making it an ideal option for period sex. They sit at the base of your cervix just like a diaphragm, so as long as it’s inserted properly, you and your partner shouldn’t be able to feel it.
How do I know if my Softdisc is in right?
Squeeze the rim of Softdisc for easy insertion.
The opposite sides of the rim should touch each other. The Softdisc will be about the size of a tampon when it’s squeezed shut. If you don’t squeeze the disc, it will be difficult to insert it and it will not capture menses.
Can you sleep with a Softdisc?
✔︎ Softdisc can be comfortably worn overnight, during exercise, and even during sexual intercourse. Hypoallergenic and made without phthalates, BPA and natural latex, Softdisc is safe to wear for 12 hours and is not linked to TSS. ✔︎ Softdisc in some retailers- same great product, same amazing benefits, new name.
Are discs easier than cups?
Menstrual Cups tend to be easier to insert and remove than discs when you’re new to reusable products. Menstrual Cups tend to be less messy to remove than menstrual discs for new and experienced users.
Are menstrual discs better than cups?
Menstrual discs are disposable; menstrual cups are reusable
If you want to create as little waste as possible during your period, a menstrual cup is your best choice – they are reusable and hold up for years (so long as you take good care of them).
Do menstrual discs leak?
Since a menstrual disc sits higher up toward your cervix, it’s supposed to be more comfortable than a menstrual cup or tampon. It doesn’t leak.It holds four tampons’ worth of fluid, so it’s good for those with a heavy flow.
How do you stop a soft disc from leaking?
use a clean finger to push your disc back into its original position, with the front rim tucked up securely behind your pubic bone. Use a Flex Biodegradable Wipe to freshen up, wash your hands, and get back to your day without a single worry about potential leakage.
Do menstrual discs shorten your period?
So our answer has to be positive. Yes, the menstrual cup has positive effects on the process of the period and often shortens the process itself.
Can I use my diaphragm as a menstrual cup?
Yes, diaphragms can be used while menstruating.
Is it hard to remove a menstrual disc?
You don‘t have to push crazy hard, just a little bit—and try to do so while you have a finger inserted (index or middle finger is usually easiest), so you can feel the rim of your menstrual disc move forward and get ready to hook it and pull it out.
Can menstrual cup damage cervix?
Overtime pulling on the cervix with the cup may cause a prolapse, but it would need to be A LOT of resistance to get this to happen. Think about the amount of pressure placed on your pelvic floor during a vaginal delivery (if you had one).
Can u pee with a softcup in?
Yes, you can. Peeing with a menstrual cup in is easy—the menstrual cup will not interfere with urination. Some brands of cup (1,5) say that you can pass stool while wearing a menstrual cup, while other companies avoid the question all together.
Can I use menstrual disc with tilted uterus?
A tilted cervix can have a greater impact on the ability to wear a menstrual disc. The disc needs enough space to tuck behind the cervix. If your cervix is tilted towards your back vaginal wall without room for the rim it might be hard or impossible to wear a disc successfully.
How do I know if my Flex is inserted correctly?
We know this sounds weird, but when it’s inserted properly, you won’t even notice it’s there. 7. You can always adjust the fit. If your disc doesn’t feel quite right or it seems like it’s leaking, try adjusting while it’s inside you by using a clean finger to push it further down and back towards your tailbone.
Is soft disc biodegradable?
Flex Disc is not biodegradable. Most users report a significant reduction in waste noting that they use fewer period products overall after switching to Flex Disc.If you’re looking for a reusable, product we make a menstrual cup as well.
Can softcup prevent pregnancy?
Soft, disposable menstrual cups are also the only feminine hygiene product that can be worn during intercourse while you have your period. However, do not use a menstrual cup for contraception. A menstrual cup does not protect against pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.
Is a menstrual disc like a diaphragm?
A menstrual disc is reminiscent of a diaphragm in the way that it is shaped and positioned. However, a menstrual disc is used to collect menstrual flow coming through the cervix, while a diaphragm is used to block sperm from entering the cervix.
Can you use Caya on your period?
After the first use, the Caya®diaphragm should not be used for a period longer than 2 years.