***Private feminine question of the ladies only please****

I use always pads and I have never had a problem with them.

I want to try the diva cup but it is a little expensive and it seems like it would be gross.

Originally Posted by catlover19

I use always pads and I have never had a problem with them.

I want to try the diva cup but it is a little expensive and it seems like it would be gross.

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They are a bit pricey. You could try the soft cups (V) to see if it isn't too gross for you.

Originally Posted by Brandi

when I have a period which is rare...like one every 3 years or so I use the Instead soft cups those things are awesome, theyre so comfortable! http://www.softcup.com/ and as for the rash I would recommend either butt paste or A&D ointment it should ease it up and get rid of it but if not I would see a DR

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what is the price of the diva cup compared to soft cups?

Originally Posted by Renovia

what is the price of the diva cup compared to soft cups?

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The Instead soft cups run (on their web site) $3.50 +s/h for a box of 6 but remember these are single use cups. Of course, since they are soft thay can be worn during intercourse.

The DivaCup is about $36 including s/h but this is reusable and can last years.

Diva cup is $40 here, but like twisty said, it's supposed to last years. I go through at least 1 package of pas a month, which is $5+, so it won't take long for the cup to pay for itself!

I agree you have to have a certain comfort level with your body and it's secretions in order to use something like a cup. My mom could never use anything like it, she thinks it's disgusting that I bathe (as opposed to shower) while on my period.

If it's really hot i might get a little heat rash erm in the what's the name for it? the hinge of the thigh? corner? anyway. The pads themselves don't harm me. I've only stuck to one brand as others are uncomfortable. I'm using Libra goodnight flex (with wings) and libra regular thins. (sounds like a packet of chips lol)

Originally Posted by catlover19

I use always pads and I have never had a problem with them.

I want to try the diva cup but it is a little expensive and it seems like it would be gross.

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I just went to the website posted above. A cup that holds your menstrual fluids???? :eeks:


Um...how do you remove it safely? It says you can have clean s*x with your partner with that device in so im assuming it's right in front of the cervix? Hw on EARTH!?!?


I need breakfast..

Yeah, I've gotten the rash from the pads before. I get REALLY heavy bleeding because of fibroids from time to time, and I have to use both a super-plus tampon and a super-thick pad if I have to sit in a meeting for a length of time while this is going on. Scented pads seem to cause the rash much worse than unscented.

Desitin diaper rash cream always helps me.

Perhaps baby powder or something else used for diaper rash would work.

I used to have the same prob before I got on the pill and my monthly got so light they're not necessary anymore (you know, the double-protection method).

It's a lot worse if you shave/wax your bikini area.

Strangely I also use Always but I have a feeling it's just a coinkydink. Anyway, I second the hydrocortisone thing. Rub it on sometime when you can go sans-pad for long enough for it to dry. If you can do it overnight (like after it's done) you will wake up bumps-free.

Gail, there is this cream and I can't remember the name of it..but it is used on babies when they have diaper rash.

Its in a little blue tin and its called Penatin or something similar...starts with a P anyway...

Try to find that stuff...I hear it works wonders on rashy skin.

Ouch, I used to get rashes too when using pads because the plastic lining of the pad's 'wings' irritated me so I use tampons all the time now. Even if it means getting up in the middle of the night with an alarm, I'd use them. And they make really small ones for light periods now too so I don't have to switch over at the end of a cycle.

what pads do you wear?? i've found that the Stayfree ones ALWAYS give me a rash- i can't use them at all. Always on the other hand does now- maybe you could try those? To nix the rash, soak in a nice warm bath for a few minutes with some epsom salt and coco butter if you have it ...then when you get out, dry off well and apply some Cortizone to the site. That will heal it up really quickly!

Originally Posted by Gomer

Diva cup is $40 here, but like twisty said, it's supposed to last years. I go through at least 1 package of pas a month, which is $5+, so it won't take long for the cup to pay for itself!

I agree you have to have a certain comfort level with your body and it's secretions in order to use something like a cup. My mom could never use anything like it, she thinks it's disgusting that I bathe (as opposed to shower) while on my period.

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For me, its not that I think $40 is too expensive to pay, but I think I would end up buying it and not using it.

I have baths while I have my period too. I prefer that to showering during that time.

Originally Posted by catlover19

For me, its not that I think $40 is too expensive to pay, but I think I would end up buying it and not using it.

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Yeah, I worry about that as well, but then I think of all the other stupid things I spend more than $40 on, and it doesn't seem so bad!

I get rashes all the time. Sometimes from chafing..the pad rubs against me; also I would get it at night when I have really heavy bleeding. I try to avoid too much movement for a day or two until it clears up. For some preventative methods I wear spandex under my pants and at nighttime. I would suggest buying some skin tight spandex shorts for your period days. I actually got this idea from my boyfriend who used to be a bike currier. He would get chafing between his legs being on the bike all day, but spandex put a stop to that. Also I would use baby powder to sooth the burning.

Originally Posted by catlover19

For me, its not that I think $40 is too expensive to pay, but I think I would end up buying it and not using it.

I have baths while I have my period too. I prefer that to showering during that time.

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if i spent 40$ on a diva cup i would make that thing work for me, but a year ago i probably wouldn't have even thought about buying it. but now that i'm on nuvaring, i'm musch more comfortable with my body.

the bit about tampons stripping you of essential moisture along with your cycle is true, i'd do anything to avoid THAT.

Originally Posted by Dragoriana

? It says you can have clean s*x with your partner with that device in so im assuming it's right in front of the cervix? .

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No, it says you have to take it out for sex.

I actually hadn't heard of cups before, so this thread has been really informative for me!

Gail - I'd be leary of using a cortisone cream down there. Stick with something gentle and non-steroid.

Originally Posted by Okuda

I've had this before when I am really heavy, or in hot weather .. it's almost like a nappy rash.
I'm an English girl in America so don't know your "baby rash" creams here, but in England there is one called Sudo cream. It sooths it well.
Also is the brand you wear at night, different from your day, as I have been allergic to certain brands before .. more so the ones with that stuff in them that turns to gel to soak up the flow...

ps: by nappy I mean Diaper! lol .. English V American words

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i agree with the sudo cream it works wonders on nappy rash*diaper* and is great for when you get like that sweat rash from certin pads. i can not wear always as it tends to make me sweat at night hence the rash. and no need to be embarrased.

Originally Posted by pushylady

No, it says you have to take it out for sex.

I actually hadn't heard of cups before, so this thread has been really informative for me!

Gail - I'd be leary of using a cortisone cream down there. Stick with something gentle and non-steroid.

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Oooh, i was looking at the website for the other brand one of the ladies was talking about, it doesn't have the bell shape it's cup shaped..