Menstrual Cup Original - Soft Reusable Medical-Grade Silicone Period Cups for Women Heavy Flow, Comfortable 12-Hour Leak-Free Protection, Beginner-Friendly Feminine Care - Large, Purple

I think that in general menstrual cups are difficult to review meaningfully because personal anatomy quirks are such a factor, so I'm going to try to give some information that hopefully will make it easier to evaluate whether or not my experience will match up with yours. I'm also going to do my best to avoid TMI whenever possible, but let's be realistic: this is a review of a menstrual cup. There is some amount of TMI that is just part of the process. I am a long-time menstrual cup user (both the Diva Cup and the Lunette), but I have always preferred to sometimes use other feminine hygiene products under some circumstances - sometimes it's just easier to use tampons, and I prefer to not use anything internal at night if I can get away with it. I prefer menstrual cups specifically (1) when I wake up with cramps but haven't actually gotten my period yet, and (2) on my one or two really heavy flow days, when I would have to change a super absorbency tampon every hour or so but could get away with four to six hours on a menstrual cup. I have always had to trim the stem of menstrual cups (the little piece that sticks out below the cup) because I find them uncomfortable and I don't think they make removing them any easier. In terms of which brands I've used, I started with the Diva Cup, switched to the Lunette because I had some discomfort with the Diva Cup (the smaller one), but found the Diva Cup a lot easier to pop open than the Lunette, so I switched back. I am in my thirties, but because the smaller Diva Cup was already a little uncomfortable (I am a delicate flower), I didn't ever switch to the larger one. I haven't ever been pregnant. Given that context... I chose to try the larger Lena Cup specifically because of the shape. I'd had some problems with leaks on the smaller Diva Cup, but I was pretty sure it was because of the heaviness of my flow and not the diameter of the cup, so I didn't want to switch to the larger one (as I'd mentioned, the smaller one was already a little uncomfortable). The Diva Cup gets wider when you go to the larger cup. The Lena Cup gets taller. The Lena Cup is also less flared - from pictures, I could tell that it was a more consistent width from top to bottom, which just seemed like it'd work better for me, since I felt like it was really a width issue with the Diva Cup that was causing my discomfort. As it turns out, the Lena Cup is a LOT more comfortable than the Diva Cup for me, personally - as in, the larger Lena Cup is more comfortable than the smaller Diva Cup. Because it's less flared, the pressure (all three of the menstrual cups I have tried exert some outward pressure) is more distributed, and that makes it a lot less uncomfortable for me. It's not totally unnoticeable, but it's more like wearing a tampon than having something pushing at me in a really localized area and in a really intrusive way. (It is, however, more noticeable than a tampon, and it seems to sort of... take up valuable bladder space, so I do have to pee more frequently. See? TMI.) I'm not sure if it's the shape or what, but something about the design of the Lena Cup also makes it a lot easier than either the Diva Cup or the Lunette to change tidily, particularly in public restrooms. The blood collects at the bottom, not on the sides (which was a HUGE problem for me with the Diva Cup), and it seems like it's easier to remove it without spilling. [My feeling on the public restrooms is that if you can't change it in a public restroom it's a total nonstarter as a feminine hygiene product, so here's a tip about emptying menstrual cups in public restrooms in general: wash your hands and wet down a paper towel before you go into the stall, empty the cup into the toilet, wipe it out with toilet paper, and then use the wet paper towel to wipe the sides and inside of the cup before reinserting it. Paper towel gets folded up and goes in the trash receptacle (NOT the toilet), like a tampon or a pad. Everything else gets flushed. This requires a few tries before you get the hang of doing it without setting that wet but clean paper towel down on the knee of your jeans and no, it's not ideal, obviously, or a long-term solution, but it'll get the job done in a pinch.] The real place where the Lena Cup excels for me, though, is that I have had absolutely no problems with leaks. None. Not even overnight on my really heavy flow days on a weekend when I'm sleeping in. None. It's a real godsend, not to have to wear a pantiliner or backup pad or get up in the night to empty it, and to know that I can actually get some work done during the day without setting an alarm to interrupt me every couple of hours just to make sure everything is still copacetic. I haven't gone longer than ten hours without changing it, even when I do sleep with it in, or longer than about six hours during the day, but emptying it three or four times a day without incident is a vast, *vast* improvement over either the Diva Cup (which was fine as long as I was wearing a pantiliner to deal with leaks but still kind of nerve-wracking) or tampons (which I had to change literally every hour, and woe unto me if I forgot). A few other notes. The material on the Lena Cup is very firm and it pops open easily after being folded for insertion: I can't do a tri-fold with it (which I had to do with the Lunette and didn't like), but a bifold works just fine (it was sort of hit or miss on the Diva Cup). The air holes are really easy to keep clean (this was really, *really* not true on the Diva Cup). The downside (and isn't there always one) is that I do think it's a little bit harder to remove than the Diva Cup. I did trim the stem, as I mentioned before, and I always remove menstrual cups by pinching the base, but it seemed like the Lena Cup was just a lot more firmly seated, the first couple times I tried. This is possibly related to why it doesn't leak, so I'll take it. I've used it a fair few times now and I've got the hang of it at this point, so we're good. I still do not use it exclusively in preference to tampons or pads.

I bought my first Lena cup in May but wanted to give it a few months before I left a review, since I felt that way my review could be more helpful to others. This was my first time ever trying a menstrual cup - I have used tampons pretty much for the past 10-15 years. Based on the company's recommendation in the FAQ, I initially purchased a size small. I hesitated with the sizing at first because although they recommend the size small for women who haven't used a menstrual cup before or had children, I didn't think it would be big enough because I have a crazy heavy flow (sorry, TMI). Nonetheless, given their recommendation and the fact that I'm a pretty small person, I decided to start with the small. The very first period, I really had difficulty getting the cup into me. It would take me like 6 or 7 tries each time, so I pretty much gave up after the first two days because I got so sore. Also, I was having to pull it out and empty it every 2.5ish - 3 hours, which was really annoying because even with my heavy periods, ultra tampons usually give me 3-4 hours. So after switching over to tampons again mid-period, I figured I would give it another shot the next month. In the meantime, I had received an email from the company just checking in with me, so I responded with my two concerns- that I had a hard time inserting it and that I was having to change it too frequently. I then received a very nice response with some helpful tips and letting me know that I should follow up if I had any more concerns after trying them. So, June came around and I tried the cup again, keeping in mind the insertion tips they had sent. Lo and behold, the tips + the extra practice made it much, much easier to insert the second time around (taking an average of 2x per insertion - not perfect but much better than the first month). Unfortunately, I still could only go 2.5ish -3 hours on my heaviest days before emptying - otherwise the cup would get too full and I would leak. So, I followed up with the company, just letting them know, and they responded back right away saying that they thought I might be happier with a larg cup and would send one out to me free of charge! Having just finished my July (and third) period using the large cup, I can finally feel comfortable in saying that this is an awesome product and an awesome company. I ended up using the large the entire period because I was too lazy to switch to the small, and unlike tampons, it's not dangerous to use a larger size even when your flow is lighter. It was harder inserting the larger cup, but it still only took about 2-3 tries per time (and I expect that to get easier as I continue to use it in the future). This might be TMI but I find that the easiest way to insert it is by folding it into the 7-fold and then kind of just feeding it into my vagina. I can't push it in too hard or quickly because that hurts, but by inserting slowly and gently, it doesn't hurt at all. I have had zero problems with it sealing over my cervix, but it's easier to stick your finger around the edges to make sure it has formed the seal. Time wise with the large cup - on heavy days, I can go about 4 hours before having to empty, and on lighter days, I can go forever before remembering to empty. So while the heavy days are pretty similar to ultra tampons, the lighter days are SO much better because I don't feel nervous if it sits in me for longer than 8 hours ( the max for tampons)! Plus, this cup doesn't dry me out like tampons do. It's also wayyyy cheaper - I've already saved money by just using it for 3 cycles. It's also better for the environment (if you care about things like that) plus you don't have to worry about having accessible trash cans (not always easy when you're a guest at someone else's house). I will say this - I like to wash it off in between taking it out and inserting again, and to wash my hands as well. So, I am most comfortable using this when I know I can use a private bathroom with a sink right by me. I would not feel comfortable emptying and changing in a public restroom. Besides for the mess on my hands (TMI but I haven't perfected emptying/inserting without getting anything on my fingers), I wouldn't want my fingers that close/inside my vagina after having to touch public surfaces (such as the stall door). That's just me though - I'm a germaphobe. It's definitely easy and possible to use in any bathroom, I personally just wouldn't do it yet in public ones. I hope this review can help anyone else out there contemplating switching to a cup from tampons. This review is totally honest and not biased, even though they did send me the large cup for free after the small cup (which I had paid full price for) wasn't working for me on my heavy days. At no point did they ask me to write a review when they gave me the large cup for free. And that's the main reason I'm happy to write such a good review - I can't stand the companies that now pay people or give people free things in exchange for biased reviews. This company just wants its consumers to be happy and to be able to use their products, which is so awesome and which makes me much more likely to recommend to friends.

In a Few Words - Life Changing for Endo - Mega Flow Cycle! This is an amazing cup (my first time using menstrual cups). I bought the dual set of Large and Small. I used only the large cup so far. I absolutely love it and love the customer service that the company gives. First of all, the company is so attentive, kind and very professional. The customer service alone wins you over. They are really interested in their customers. They gave excellent follow up to my questions as well as they stand behind their product. In this day and age of unscrupulous companies and tactics, you can't get any better than that with customer satisfaction. Second, the cup is the exact firmness that I needed since I have never had children, I have very strong pelvic floor muscles, I'm in my late 40's and of the two sizes the large was best for me since I have not a heavy but mega flow (I have Endometriosis which can cause heavy bleeding). Incidentally, even though I have the Mega flow, the cup seems to have shorten my cycle this month. It didn’t control the flow, but I went from 7 days to a 5 day cycle. Anyway, the learning curve for me was only about three insertions. The first time, I left the stem on and the cup was uncomfortable. The second time, I cut half the stem off and the cup was still uncomfortable for me. By the third time I inserted the cup and completely cut off the stem (Tip - make sure not to cut the stem too low so that you don't cut into the actual cup) it was perfection! As long as I was sure to insert the cup and push it up as far as it would go for me, I was comfortable. My cup sits low in the vagina; however, if I left it too low I could feel the grip rings. So, I always pushed the cup up farther until I could not really feel the grip rings, and it was mind blowing ease and comfort when it was placed right. I used the punch down fold and it worked every time with that particular fold. I once tried the 7 fold, and it simply didn't work for me. Since I have a mega flow, the first 2 days I had to change my cup every 2hrs 40 minutes (yes, I was in the house on those days, so I did time it exactly). I probably could have gotten 20 more minutes of time from the cup since it was only filled below the air holes. So, I will say, moving forward I need to change every 3 hours on my 2 heaviest days. This was better for me since normally I would use 2 overnight pads at the same time and change them every 1.5 hrs on my first 2 days. How many leaks did I have? I had NONE when I used the punch down fold. How is that possible with the Mega flow? It's because the cup is so well made and the firmness makes the cup pop open every single time. The only time I did have a leak is when I tried the 7 fold. It is not the fold for me; it made insertion difficult and I could feel the cup not opening completely. Also, I don’t believe that my cup created the seal, at least not most of the time. I say this because removal was a breeze. It was just as easy for me to remove as to insert. With that being said, for me whether the cup sealed or not, the cup worked for me every time without leaks (Also being a first time menstrual cup user, I paired it with a pad/panty liner). After my first day using the cup, I decided to try water based KY jelly for insertion and it worked even better. I actually got so comfortable using this cup that I was able to change it in a public restroom on my 3 day without one problem. I had everything with me, small water bottle, wet paper towel and non-latex gloves (Incidentally, I always use gloves when inserting and removing to prevent blood on my hands and to minimize chances of any kind of infection or bacteria on my bare hand even though I wash them first). If there was one thing I would like is, I wish I could get 4 hours out of the cup, because I have an event I attend weekly and need that time to be worry free until I get home. So, I guess if LENA had the Mega Flow cup (maybe 40 ml of capacity) it would make my cycle almost forgettable. All in all, the LENA cup is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my period.

I like this cup pretty well. It is indeed a little bit stiffer and therefore pops open a little more easily than the Diva, which is the only other cup I’ve tried. I have the size 2 and it’s larger (both in diameter and length) than the Diva size 2. I had a lot of problems with leakage with the Diva, which is why I decided to try the Lena. I haven’t had major leakage problems with the Lena since I read on a forum that if you have a high cervix, you need to push the cup up very high. Once it is in place, I give the bottom of the cup a squeeze, which expels the air in the cup and seems to help create the suction to keep it in place. My cervix also seems to be tilted back a lot, so it's important to check that the cup is fully around the cervix. Even if you think you’re inserting your cup perfectly (like I did), if you’re having leaks, it might be because your cervix is sneaking out of the cup. The stiffness of the Lena helps keep it in place. However, the stiffness (and probably the extra width) does cause me a bit of discomfort (it feels like like pressure or light cramping early in my period), which the Diva never did, nor did two super tampons, which I used to use. It can also sometimes make it a little bit harder to urinate or defecate, but it’s not a big deal to remove the cup and then put it back, if that happens. The minor discomfort is absolutely worth it because I love that I don’t have to buy, carry, and throw away tampons all the time. I have really heavy periods, and I never know exactly when I’m going to need to change my tampon. The cup is great because it holds more, and I can check/empty it whenever I want to without costing anything. I don’t have to time things as carefully anymore and I have way fewer ruined pairs of underwear (I'm a fan of Thinx, too). Other considerations: This cup is a nice turquoise color. Unlike the Diva’s, the Lena stem is not hollow, which is great, because that was one more place to have to make sure got cleaned and dried properly (especially at the end of a cycle). One downside is that it doesn’t have the volume markers on the side the way the Diva did, so you can’t keep track of how much blood you lose, which I had really liked about the Diva. But, the Lena is notably less expensive than the Diva, even though the quality is at least good, if not better. Overall, I love being more sustainable and more protected - I’m so glad I’ve found a cup that works for me! If you had trouble with one brand, you might want to try another brand because they are all a little bit different. Also, check out the web for discussions of common problems with cups and how to fix them.

First, I'll just get this out of the way: I am a 33 year old virgin who just so happens to be involved with multiple international travels a year. I am often in leadership with young girls, and from time to time I have helped in small ways to educate them about our bodies and that they are a gift to us - not a curse!!! I first discovered handmade (Washable) fabric pads about five years ago, and I haven't looked back. If you haven't felt the softness and comfort of one, go to Etsy and buy one immediately! They're a soft, comfortable and gentle luxury I regretted not having been introduced to when I was having my first panicked blossoming event. My Etsy friend (WeeEssentials) helped to invent and innovate the perfect fabric pads that suited my lifestyle when I served in Thailand as well as when I served in India. In the city where we lived in India, there is no garbage pickup. There are open sewers, and lots of sunshine. I strung a line in my room between the bars on the windows (to keep monkeys out), and took care of Aunty Flo, no problem. Incidentally, every disposable pad I ever purchased and tried in Thailand was terrible. Washables pack lighter than disposables. I found the videos about how to use Menstrual Cups after I'd already taken the plunge and ordered a set of two rather simple cheapies. (You know, the pink and blue set with the little heart at the bottom of the stem?)Those came in plenty of time to have ready when Aunty Flo arrived. Now, we had visitors in our home when Aunty arrived, and the whole reason I was finally willing to try these Cups is a trip that I'm departing for to India in about three days. We will be travelling a great deal by train, and in the evenings at that. So, needless to say - my favorite handmade washable pads just weren't going to cut it. I won't always have the luxury of a place to dry them! There simply isn't always a rubbish bin available, and I will likely have to use some of my drinking water when something as simple as water may not be available - but hey, that's India. I'd tried tampons as a very young and inexperienced child whose mother stood outside the bathroom door and anxiously whispered "can you get it in?!?!" The answer was a very painful, tearful and resounding "NO!" that has haunted me ever since. But, this is about beautiful children I love and want to visit. This is about my cycle getting in the way of my own life and that made me just the right mixture of desperate, angry and determined. Last week, I took the plunge. I dived in with both feet. Yes, I was scared, and I was mostly certain that my new plan wouldn't work - though I was determined to prove myself wrong. Also, watch the videos - push BACK, not UP!!!! Moving on. First semi-uncomfortable session of getting the cup in for the first time... I now realize that the cup was probably too soft, but it was pink and it was cute and it was going to rush in with a cape and save the day. Or night. Whatever. I was in the shower, figuring this thing out when.. it just worked. It also leaked, though I'm quite positive that it never actually opened completely, my best guess is that was because it was too soft - but even with a very small leak, my Aunty was so much more manageable that I barely even remembered she was in town!!! I'm sold. Yes, the first time was a bit uncomfortable to figure out, but look at what it bought me!!! FREEEEEEDOM!!!! I didn't go swimming, but I did work 10 hour days in a coffee shop with minimal breaks to rest or sit. The cup didn't have to come out for restroom breaks, and I would just take care of things when I got home and was in the comfort of my own shower. One side-note: SERIOUSLY, make sure you empty it within the 12 hours prescribed. If you do not, you will not get sick - but there is an unpleasant odor that takes over your cup, even after it is washed. It took substantial cleaning, washing and boiling to eradicate the odor in mine from day 5 when I just kinda forgot. My guess is that there is a freshness window on the fluid that your cup collects, which makes sense. There's a freshness window on carrots, milk, and bread - why not this... You WILL need to use those muscles to bare down and get the cup out. My first time, I kinda panicked - but then I had to teach myself to calm down. Meditate, Pray, be gentle with yourself. This isn't a chore that needs to be rushed, it is proper care for your body. The first night of my period, I had panicked that I bought the wrong cup. I was suddenly sure it was too inexpensive, it wasn't the matte design of silicone, and I was sure I'd wasted my money. Determined, I ordered this Lena cup. The small, in pink. No, it wasn't in the budget, but I figured I could skip a few meals if that actually became an issue. Aunty Flo was not going to boss me around. I went through that entire period with the cheapie set (incidentally, it came with a very un-useful satin carry pouch whose strings cling to the cups). It wasn't perfect, but it worked. It convinced me, and after our guests had gone, I prepared my Lena for Aunty's next visit on foreign soil. The Lena is much more firm, it hurt a little and I did spot (bleed) fresh blood a little when I first inserted it for a dry run. So, again, undeterred, I was almost positive this one would be the proper amount of firmness that would allow the cup to open once inserted. I then had to enter into the realm of choosing a lubricant for the next dry run. I found some organic Aloe lubricant that can be used for various things - this cup being one of them. Multi-purpose, I'm all about that!!! So, the second dry-run with my Lena cup went much better. Yes, it opened. Yes, it was comfortable. Yes, it's a prettier pink, and yes I now feel prepared for Aunty Flo more than ever. That said, I also have been a fan of Dear Kates undies. They're made in NYC, they're comfortable, pretty, annnnnnd they have saved me from Aunty's sometimes messy visits. However, they are also a little expensive. I tried the Anigan first generation period-proof panties, and was left disappointed. Then, last week, I decided to try another brand. The YOYI Fashion panties, while not as sexy, are made well and are quite comfortable. If you're on a budget, they will likely suit you just fine. I purchased the Jacquard ones and am ever so pleased with how pretty they are. They aren't THINX, as they're only for backup - but they are helpful and a cheaper option when you're first getting acquainted with all of the opportunities to cushion Aunty Flo's visits. I feel as if I likely just told you far more than you probably wanted to know about me. You now know what is in my underwear drawer...but if you're scared, or apprehensive of these methods for yourself or your loved one - don't be afraid. Try them, and see which methods work for you! ***update a month later*** I'm placing my order now for a large size, the small was a life saver on my trip to India. Inserted correctly, I had no issues in villages, over train toilets, or in the home of friends. I did experience a day of heavy bleeding and needed the pad I was wearing for backup. I should have emptied it sooner, but there were no facilties available. However, I wish I knew how to put it into words - just how much angst and worry this small thing took care of. Try one, I am quite sure you won't regret it.

Was loving this at first. A few months out and it’s not sealing as well. I am not sure why. I am doing everything as indicated and it’s had leaks when cup is not full. If I have to replace it every 4-6 months at this cost then tampons are more cost effective. Do the walls loosen resistance after a few months? I love the fact it’s better for the landfills and that’s a main selling point with me. But I’m on a tight budget and a box of tampons will last a few months and significantly cheaper. I want to get away from the trash. But spending that much every 4-6 months is not saving me money. You have to buy the wash & I bought accessories too. It’s only cost effective if it works long term. Make them cheaper. It’s not a one and done product. If you want to spare the environment do not charge me $40 when I’ll have to replace it in a few months. It’s a silicone cup, I can get a silicone measuring cup for $5-6. This has less silicone. Great product but only if it makes sense financially.

As soon as I heard that I could have 0 waste from my periods using a menstrual cup and washable pads, I ordered some immediately. I've been using this cup for about 3 months and here are my experiences as a person not used to and typically uncomfortable with insertion: I use this cup about a day after my period starts since I have a heavy flow for most of my cycle. Or at least I thought I did based on the amount of pads and tampons I would go through. I personally was never comfortable using tampons inserted since I could never get them in correctly and only used them on top of my pad like a sponge. These would get completely soaked and I would have to use at least two large ones a day. So, obviously I had a much higher learning curve than most since I had to learn how to insert anything properly. I insert mine while sitting on a toilet since I find this the most comfortable (and in case I have any drips). On some tries it slips out of my fingers too early, is uncomfortable, and I have to remove it and try again. It usually takes 1-2 tries each time for the first few days to insert it deep enough consistently. Sometimes I have to shift it around to get it to fully expand and seal. When it is in right, I sometimes feel a bit of pressure like something is stretching my vagina, but this goes away after an hour or so. After, I don't feel it and have zero issues with leaks, though I wear washable pads just in case. Removal is usually painless. I wiggle the stem, pinch the bottom, and try to fold it over like how I inserted it since otherwise it would be painful to remove. Some days its fine and others I just can't relax enough or can't get the right grip/fold and it hurts trying to remove it. This is just a technique I have to practice since I'm not used to insertion to begin with. I give my vagina a break if a removal was particularly uncomfortable since I don't want to get stressed about using it. Generally, I am fine and comfortable with using my cup for most of my period. Otherwise, the only issue I have is the stem is a little long, though I haven't trimmed it yet since it is very helpful for removal atm. When I have the cup too low I can feel the stem poking me, but when its inserted deep enough I don't. Cleaning between use is super easy. I just rinse with cold water, using my fingers to scrub, then hot. I dry with a towel, make sure there is no lint or debris. Between uses I boil as instructed while I'm cleaning the kitchen. All in all, I like using the cup since when it works, it works! Its simple to clean and I can just pop it in the little drawstring bag and into the bag with my washable pads for storage. Since using the cup, I've had zero issues with leaks and stained underwear. Its something I will definitely get more skilled at using with time and it will save on a lot of smelly trash and money spent on women's products.

I've wanted to try using a menstrual cup for the longest time but I have a tipped/low cervix and I wasn't entirely sure I could make it work for my particular situation...I did a huge amount of research on the subject. (If I had done as much research on stocks and investing as I did menstrual cups - I would probably be a millionaire by now!) I chose the Lena Cup because I really liked the company and also the fact that Bree from Precious Stars Pads was consulted on the design of the cup made it even cooler. (Her YouTube videos about menstrual cups are pretty darn informative). The price was also a little more compatible with what I was willing to spend in consideration of the fact that I wasn’t entirely sure I would be able to use a cup at all. To begin with – I have to tell you that the Lena company itself is fantastic. Once I received my Lena Cup in the mail I also received an email from the Lena Company asking me how I liked it, along with tips about using a menstrual cup. (Great customer service so far!) So here's my experience with the LARGE size Lena Cup: I purchased the large Lena since I've had two children and I'm over 30 years old with a really heavy flow. After using it for an entire cycle I noticed several things: 1. These things are pretty awesome... 2. I had NO LEAKS (pretty amazing since when I use tampons, I have to use ULTRA Tampax WITH a pad and I ALWAYS leak.) 3. Although I was thrilled with the quality and function of the Lena Cup, I found that it started to slip down to the point where I could actually feel it at the opening of my vagina and it wasn't entirely comfortable. SO – I hit “reply” to the email I received from the Lena Company explaining my issue and asking whether I was doing something wrong… I got a reply almost right away letting me know that no one should be uncomfortable while wearing a menstrual cup and that perhaps I should be using the smaller sized cup they sell; therefore, they were sending me a new cup in the small size…for FREE!!! YES. FREE. Now let me tell you something - I am not someone who goes around trying to work the system or get free stuff. I did not expect this response AT ALL…in this day and age, it’s extremely rare to encounter a company who just does something like this no questions asked…but LENA DID! This made me an immediate fan for life. This cycle using the smaller Lena Cup I am having an enormous amount of success. It’s snuggled up where it should be, still no leaks AND it doesn’t feel like it’s sliding out and it’s not at all uncomfortable. 1.These things are definitely awesome… 2. STILL NO LEAKS (Yep, even using the smaller size) 3. Now I have no slipping and the cup isn’t noticeable at ALL. How friggin’ COOL is this company?! Super cool I tell ya. The customer service alone made me a fan and the fact that the small cup actually works for my low cervix and heavy flow has also made me a menstrual cup lover. As far as a review on the cup itself – it’s made of a nice silky silicone, is on the firmer side (the small cup feels a bit firmer than the large one) and the holes are very easy to clean. There are easy grip ridges on the bottom of the cup. The cup does come with a stem which is really easy to grasp but I ended up (like so many do) cutting my stem off. It also comes with a little drawstring pouch for storage/carrying. All in all: Sizes: A+ (because the small works beautifully BUT if my cervix wasn’t so darn low I would be using the larger cup for more capacity and less emptying but hey – that’s not the cups fault) Material: A+ Ease of Cleaning: A+ Storage Bag: A+ Company: A+++ (The Lena Company is number one in my book) Lena Cup: A+++ (I’m such a happy menstrual cup user it’s almost silly!) After my customer service experience, I also came back to Amazon and purchased another Lena Cup for my son’s girlfriend, who cannot use tampons and desperately wanted to try using a cup instead of pads. (we're close like that) I will ALWAYS recommend the Lena Cup to anyone who asks (hell – I’ve been recommending the Lena Cup to everyone who DOESN’T ask! I just launch into the fact that I’m using a cup, how awesome it is and how this particular brand is phenomenal…but that’s just how I am.) THANK YOU LENA CUP!!! XOXO ***FYI*** I just reread this review and it gushes so much that I almost sound like some kind of goofy customer rep trying to boost the reviews – but I swear I’m not. I don’t work for Lena Cup or know anyone who works for Lena Cup…I’m honestly just a really happy and satisfied customer who got amazing customer service from a great company and I’m just someone who really loves her cup!

I had always been squeamish about the idea of menstrual cups but anxiety about an overnight work event coupled with a super heavy flow led me to finally giving them a shot at 34 years old. I had been a pad user up until this point and as tampons don't work for me due to a low cervix, I had wrong assumed that cups would be the same. I chose the larger size and it was an absolute game changer. There was definitely a learning curve, it took me several goes of inserting and removing to get there but I did. After I inserted it for the first time, I had some trouble and did the classic panic that I wouldn't be able to get it out. The seal was strong and it took a few goes before I was fully comfortable reaching in to break it. As someone who has never given birth, I also found the final moments of removal a little painful but bearable. For me, the cup sat with the base just at the entrance to my vagina so with a gentle push from my pelvic floor, it brought it down enough for me to grip and I found I didnt need to use the stem at all. I worried about the cup spilling on removal but again, this was not an issue. Generally, the cup was comfortable. I did have painful cramps this cycle but it would be hard to size of the cup influenced this at all. I could feel the stem as the cup sat low for me so I would be tempted to trim the stem. Capacity wise, I have a heavy flow so I worried that the cup would overflow or leak but this didn't happen. I changed the cup 4 times a day at my heaviest, on waking, at lunch, when I got home from work and before bed and it would be about half full. Overall, I would say that I wished I'd have made the change from pads to a cup earlier. It was infinitely more comfortable than using pads and was wonderful not to have to worry about flooding as I usually do due to my heavy flow. I did find that I had to wear some extra protection as there would be a little residual blood after each changing but I am now planning on buying some reusable pads to deal with this. The added bonus of knowing you're not contributing to environmental damage is also wonderful. Happy first time user, very happy I gave it a go!

The learning curve is a bit hard. And it's not that soft and flexible. Great product, great packaging and great delivery. Thanks Lena and Amazon.

Questa è la mia prima coppetta e, dopo un utilizzo di quasi un anno, posso dire che mi pento di non averla acquistata prima. Certo, diciamocelo, come per tutte le coppette ci vuole un po’ per capire il modo giusto per indossarla ma, essendo morbidissima, una volta abituati non si sente nulla e si ha una sensazione di comodità incredibile. L’ho usata al mare, per fare sport, per viaggiare... e non ne sono mai stata delusa! La consiglio assolutamente!

I decided to make the switch to menstrual cups and was drawn to Lena's attitude towards sizing. Rather than having a small size for younger (under 30) or prepartum women and a large size for older (over 30) or postpartum women, they simply advertise their cups for lighter and heavier flows, both of which most women encounter during their period. I, therefore, decided to order the two size pack. While the smaller size was perfect, the larger size (which I preferred to wear on heavier days) was uncomfortable to remove. I contacted their customer services team who encouraged me to try their larger sensitive model free of cost and it was a perfect match (albeit less quick to insert due to its lack of rigidity)! The Lena team was extremely helpful and followed up on my experience with the large sensitive cup, which is my go to from the start to the end of my period. Switching to a menstrual cup has been life changing and I was fortunate enough to find a perfect match in the Lena cup! A message to other menstrual cup companies: Please don't make me dread my 30th birthday and the unexplainable, seemingly overnight enlargement my lady parts.

This was my first cup I've purchased. Arrived promptly in good condition. Quality is good, and I was very happy with the colour as it was bright and vibrant. It does take time to get used to inserting and removing the cup, and with this particular cup I've never succeeded to insert it leak-proof. I am very petite, never given birth and have pelvic tilt, I found the cup to be too stiff for me. Although it opens up more easily inside due to being firm, it affected my ability to pee (I couldn't pee at all actually when the cup was in). Due to its firmness it was actually a bit too sore sometimes to insert. All that however is due to my own biology being incompatible with the cup, rather than a fault with the actual product, so I've given 5 stars. Currently using a softer cup, which I get with a lot better.