ooooh, thanks for clearing that out, ive always been mega carefull with these things
my look into these cups...
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Diva Cup (men may wish to stay away!)
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my look into these cups...
It suggests on the site if it needs to be emptied in a public restroom to do so (I guess dump contents into toilet) and wipe out with clean toilet paper, then wash appropriately at the next private opportunity... sounds like it might get messy... I so hope to talk to someone that's used one haha so all this kinda stuff could get cleared up
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Definitely don't try that it wouldn't be very comfortable!Originally Posted by Zissou'sMom
One of the benefits on the site states that you can have sex while using one. I don't believe them, and certainly won't be finding out
As as been said - TSS is caused more by tampons than anything else. Here's what the website says:Originally Posted by pixietina
I want too add WASH THIS EVERY HOUR OR SO!
i know with tampons you can get toxic shock syndrome!
i cant believe how silly these are!
maybe im missing something but TSS can kill if ignored!
i wouldnt risk it!
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is considered a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by toxin-producing strains of the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium. TSS has been linked to high absorbency and prolonged use of tampons. There are now regulations in labelling for tampon absorbency to decrease the risk of TSS.
Symptoms of TSS often mimic the flu and can include sudden high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, or a rash that looks like a sunburn during your period or a few days after.
Remember that the vagina is continually self-cleansing washing away dead cells and bacteria. The DivaCupâ„¢ is non-absorbent and is only a receptacle and does not disturb the natural moisture level in the vagina. An increased risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is not associated with the use of menstrual cups.
You just tip it out, and wipe it with toilet paper, then clean it properly whenever you next get home.
are these in england yet?Originally Posted by sarahp
Definitely don't try that it wouldn't be very comfortable!
As as been said - TSS is caused more by tampons than anything else. Here's what the website says:
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is considered a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by toxin-producing strains of the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium. TSS has been linked to high absorbency and prolonged use of tampons. There are now regulations in labelling for tampon absorbency to decrease the risk of TSS.
Symptoms of TSS often mimic the flu and can include sudden high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, or a rash that looks like a sunburn during your period or a few days after.
Remember that the vagina is continually self-cleansing washing away dead cells and bacteria. The DivaCupâ„¢ is non-absorbent and is only a receptacle and does not disturb the natural moisture level in the vagina. An increased risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is not associated with the use of menstrual cups.
You just tip it out, and wipe it with toilet paper, then clean it properly whenever you next get home.
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I've heard about it, but i'd be worried i haven't put it in properly. I used to try using tampons but i don't like trying to insert them and i have to wear pads anyway in case of leakage. So now i just use pads (i know it may sound gross) but i change them regularly and wash alot. I think for me it's a comfort thing, and if i'm not sure that it's doing it's job or i've done it the wrong way, then i'd rather something i'm more sure of.
It's like reading about the diaphragm, not only do you have to put it in put squirt a cream in as well. I like life to be simple!
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It's like reading about the diaphragm, not only do you have to put it in put squirt a cream in as well. I like life to be simple!
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HERE HERE!!
I just saw your post about us not having any applicator tampons. That's the reason ( i didn't want to go into detail lol) i don't use them anymore. I think perhaps i'll go have a hunt around and see if i can find any. I do remember they were around in high school.
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It's silly - I remember applicator tampons were the things that you got given in sex ed class when they talked about that sort of thing as well because it was the only way they could get rid of them!
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Hrm we didn't get that. We had to roll condoms onto bananas!
I would've preferred the tampons seeing as i didn't do the deed till i was in my 20s! lol
Silly schools
i loveee being female! i'll agree yeh, having period's is gross, & is the only downside of being female. however, i'd never want to be male though...
They are not a new concept. I recall a product in the 19601970ss called Tassaway (or something similar). I have an English friend and she is using one called Mooncup.
http://www.mum.org/TassAd.htm
Tassaway ad.
History of the Menstrual Cup
http://www.mum.org/MenCups.htm
http://www.mum.org/TassAd.htm
Tassaway ad.
History of the Menstrual Cup
http://www.mum.org/MenCups.htm
cool cheers for that....
may try em out...
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We know, but at least this way you are warned and can't say you weren't! If you puke everywhere, it's your own fault!Originally Posted by rickyd
Didnt anyone ever tell you ladies that if guys are told not to enter,look or touch its instinct that we do,its something that was bred into us many many years ago
BTW i say go for it
if this were still an issue for me, i wouldn't want one. i used tampons back when there was a need for such a product.
i think the emptying/cleaning part would be really disgusting.
i think the emptying/cleaning part would be really disgusting.
he should know if he pukes on the floor ill batter himOriginally Posted by Zissou'sMom
We know, but at least this way you are warned and can't say you weren't! If you puke everywhere, it's your own fault!
Originally Posted by Zissou'sMom
We know, but at least this way you are warned and can't say you weren't! If you puke everywhere, it's your own fault!
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I am going to back away slowly now...
(don't wanna be in the crossfire from THAT one)
(don't wanna be in the crossfire from THAT one)
Haha its ok I cook dinnerOriginally Posted by Zissou'sMom
I am going to back away slowly now...
(don't wanna be in the crossfire from THAT one)
