r/MenstrualDiscs

ive been using a menstrual disc for 6+ months, ive never had any issues with placement, leaking etc.

but starting last month and now this months period, i had to go back to using pads because the disc keeps leaking. im inserting it the same way i always have and it feels just as comfortable as before but somehow all the blood is leaking out.

when i take the disc out theres barely any blood inside the bowl. instead most of the blood is sitting on the outside of the disc.

ive tried multiple insertion positions and techniques but the result is always the same. one thing i noticed is that after insertion, the disc doesnt seem to spring back into normal shape. it stays kind of flattened i can feel that with my finger.

i honestly dont know how to fix this. could it be something with my body or is it possible the disc is malfunctioning?

its kinda weird that i know exactly how to insert it and been using it successfully for months then all of a sudden its like it just stopped working. has anyone experienced something similar? should i buy a new one to try out as well?

I was so looking forward to moving from pads to a disc. My god that was distressing to remove and incredibly painful, like scraping the vaginal walls all the way down. Is that normal? Yes I got there after the 3rd attempt bearing down in the shower and having to catch the edge of the rim but OMFG. What are my other options now? I wanted a disc for hygiene and it could be worn during sex. But now I'm wondering, is a moon cup the way forward for me?

I always read fragrance free this and fragrant free that, but I don't use fragrance free soap for ANYTHING.

I've been using scented soap on my menstrual disc (and on my vibrators and vulva, for that matter, albeit not hand soap lol) for yearrrss and I've never had any issues. (And I therefore am not inclined to stop lol.)

Just wanted to see if the cup/disc community does this too.

I have finally tried using a disc for the first time ever (actually first time using an internal period product yay!), but I did everything in the shower. I'm still figuring it out, so I'm wondering if putting it in, taking it out and doing it all correctly gets easier? Because so far if I want to wear it for the whole day I'll need to shower multiple times a day to be able to relax, use lube and not create a mess. Thinking about the logistics of it in public restrooms I'm just confused how would that work.

Hello everyone! I recently decided to try a menstrual disc for the first time, and did a bunch of research to pick the right one, but I’m really struggling to be comfortable while using one.

I chose a menstrual disc over a cup because I was scared of suction and read that it tends to be less prone to spillages. I got the hello disc because it seemed generally recommended, especially for a high cervix which I seem to have- couldn’t even find it.

I’ve tried inserting a few times, folding it in half and using lube, but no matter what I feel pretty uncomfortable with it in. It’ll be fine when I stand but really hurt when I sit, and I can only keep it in for a few minutes.

Idk if maybe I’m not pushing it high enough but I feel like I can’t push it higher???

Does anyone have recommendations for what I might be doing wrong? Should I try a different disc or maybe discs aren’t for me? Thanks!

Edit: OHHHHH MY GOD I DID IT!!!! I tried in the flipped position and gave it a couple of extra shoves and I can’t feel it!!!!!! Thank you all for all the suggestions, they were all really helpful!!!

So I started getting my period again after 10 years and I was looking for something easy, cost effective, and sustainable.

I am stuck between a cup or a disk. After extensive googling and reading peoples opinions, I decided to try the disk first and heres my opinion after a few days of use.

The auto dumping “feature” is a flaw. I can go all day having no leaks but the second I need to pee and it auto dumps, I have leakage. It doesnt dump all at once and needs time to find its way out. The point is to not have to wear pads but now im stuck needing a pad for this reason.

The comfort is really good. I cant speak on reduced cramping because I dont usually cramp to begin with, but I can feel it throughout the way. Theres a dull “fullness” feeling which makes me feel a bit uncomfortable. However, theres no pain.

I also really really like not having to dump or change it throughout the day.

Overall, Im not sure how i feel about it. The auto dumping might have me give up all together. Maybe trying a cup would be better but having to dump it at work in a public bathroom is a big no from me. (my office has no single bathrooms).

Is there any way to stop the auto dumping and increase comfort? maybe a different size? Im currently using the saalt regular and havent tried anything else.

Ive been using discs since march and ive found that the pixie disc in a size large is too big and slips out but the medium is too small and doesn’t hold anything, please help!!

I am honestly so done with periods. I’m really close to stopping them again with birth control despite the side effects. I made a couple posts here troubleshooting about my disk and basically it always ends up leaking and I feel like it’s only stopping the blood, not actually collecting it. As far as I know I am pretty sure I don’t have a tilted uterus and I really don’t have many ways of putting it in, the whole angle it this or that way just doesn’t work for me.

Now this is the first reusable product I used. I have now tried a cup and I feel like in terms of wear it’s a lot worse. I have what i think is a merula knock off, and the rim is quite thick and firm and every time I take it out or even just try to fold it, it pops open and splashes me with blood everywhere. That’s one of the biggest issues I have with it when I try to take it out too, it just pops open and it’s so painful. I also noticed it started leaking today and I don’t even know why it’s leaking despite it having a good seal and it being open…

So i’d love to hear suggestions. I know trying only two prosucts its nothing, but i live in europe where we dont have much choice, and they are expensive.

Hello all!

I’m thinking about switching to using a menstrual disk. I’ve only ever used pads before, so I’m a little leery of the logistics of cleaning them etc.

One question I have is - how often do you actually rinse out/wash your discs, and not just dump it? I have long workdays and no access to an accessibility toilet with a sink. It’ll be likely that the 12 hours are up before I manage to get home.

How do you guys manage it in this case? Wet wipes? Water bottle into the stall? Or leave it till you’re home to remove (maybe 15 hours 5 days a week)?

For those who rinse their discs past the 12 hour mark, do they get a terrible odour that I’ve seen people talk about on other posts?

Thank you!!

I’m having an issue with pain with my disc. I finally found a disc that worked great for me in between pregnancies (hello disc). after my second baby, I’ve been having trouble - it slips down when I sit on the toilet and kind of pokes out the front. it does not go back on its own, I have to shove it back up or reinsert (which is a pain in the ass).

I’ve been able to check that my cervix is in fact inside the disc and not touching the rim. I have no issues with leaking. my cervix is pretty far back. like I thought it was high for a long time, until I realized I can find it pretty easily if I run my finger along the back side of my vaginal canal.

It seems like my cervix is angled into the back of the vaginal fornix rather than being in the middle pointing into my vaginal canal. it’s like there is barely any space between my cervix and the fornix.

so basically, even if the rim isn’t touching my cervix, it seems like the “bowl” of the disc always is. I’m wondering if that is where the pain is coming from.

i ordered a couple different discs to try - Cora perfect fit, which is a slightly smaller diameter; and the Flex disposable, which is a slightly larger diameter and the rim is firmer- but I’m hoping the disposable material of the ”bowl” will be less bothersome.

I’m wondering if anyone who is super well versed in the anatomy might have some idea what is going on. or if anyone can relate and has found something that helps.

Question! Does anyone have any exoerience with at least two of these discs? I LOVE Flex disposables but I’m trying to get away from one time use products. The Flex reusable is SO FREAKING COMFORTABLE but I have a REALLY hard time getting it out. I started using Hello Disc because the pull ring makes it super easy to remove. But it’s not as comfortable, but it’s not terrible either….

A friend uses Saalt and she says it’s great, has no issues and the divet at the front makes it easy to remove. I’ve also looked into Diva and that little pull strap (?) looks like it would be easy too…

So just curious what people’s thoughts are on any of these.

Hi! I am trying the medium Pixie disc with the removal string for the first time this month, and I need some help figuring out what I’m doing wrong. I bought the medium because it was recommended for average/heavy flow, which I have. I tried it for the first time today and leaked within an hour and a half/two hours after putting it in. I have a feeling it keeps going in front of my cervix instead of behind it, but I’m not sure how to fix this/if this is even the issue. I am inserting it way back and pointing it as far towards the floor as I can while inserting. In addition to this, I am also noticing that the disc doesn’t fully “pop open” when it’s in. I ordered the smaller size, and it is coming in the mail tomorrow, so I will update on if the size ended up being the issue after I try it. I am able to tuck it behind my pubic bone, and it is not coming untucked as far as I can tell, so I’m assuming the issue lies with getting it to sit behind my cervix or the size. I am not able to feel my cervix through the disc when it’s in, but when I removed the disc after it leaked earlier, it did have a lot of blood in it. Please let me know if any of you had the same issues/any potential fixes :)

Does anyone else here use the nixit cup cleaner and vaginal wash? I have been using but am experiencing dryness and cracking on my labia minors crease? Unsure if it’s related or not or if the products just drying me out.

I've been using tampons before the disc, and i changed because honestly it dries me. Its the second month im using the disc now, and i really like it, and its all fine at home. However i work 12 hours, and the small one i prefer to use (bodyotics 30ml) I dont yet trust it to hold up the entire shift while im at my 2. Or 3. Day. So i obviously have to empty it in work once. Now our toilets in work don't have sinks in the stalls, so im obviously not able to just go out and rinse it. Yesterday i decided i'll utilize a 100ml hand sanitizer bottle, have warm water in it, take it in, and i can rinse it into the toilet. This works kinda fine...but..after finishing up with all this, i feel like its such a hassle. Like i was done with the tampons in 3 secs and im all clean, and i spend a lot of time cleaning up the disc and putting it back, and checking all in if its really in there properly... and for some reason i also can not take it out without spilling it a little...home all fine, in work..nop. I'm on the edge of going back to the good oldies atleast for work, but i really don't want that for my body. Anyone having any ideas how to make it more simple and quick?

Rules given, i can't bring anything in that is connected to drinks or foods, so no water bottle for example. I also dont have a purse with me while at work, so i cant just have bigger items with me anyway, things have to fit into my pockets. I really don't know how i could make this any quicker or easier.

How you do this in public?

Utilizzo da qualche mese la coppetta e non ho mai avuto problemi (comunque ho molta dimestichezza con essa), ma dato che mi provoca mal di testa (l'ho avuto esclusivamente con la cup) vorrei provare a passare al disco mestruale.

Ho guardato online, ma non so letteralmente cosa scegliere perché per la mia misura ci sono pareri contrastanti.

Ho 16 anni, ho la cervice esattamente a 5.5cm nel suo punto più basso ma a fine ciclo sale tranquillamente a 6/6.5.

La coppetta che uso è una SIbell misura S, che ha diametro di 41mm e lunghezza di 47mm. Non ho tagliato il gambetto e non ho problemi.

Se avete consigli o esperienze, vi ringrazio veramente tanto!!! Soprattutto mi servirebbe capire se prendere una S, M o L (e circa le misure)

So I’ve been using the Flex disposable disc for two days and I already love them! My periods are really heavy, specially on day 2. I used to sleep with a large tampon and a pad, still leaked.
It was the worst since I constantly had to wash my underwear and pants, so I have officially survived day 2 without a leak yayyy!!
The thing is, I have to make a decision between stacking on flex disposable or buying a reusable disc, another thing that bothered me a little is the getting it out situation, it’s a whole mess, should I buy a disc with a string?
I have to be quick, since I’m only on vacation here in the USA and will be returning soon to my country, there is not such thing as menstrual products aside from tampons and pads 😭
Help me please, do I have to consider any other things?

I have a flex reusable disc and don't mind it. It works fine, but I don't "love" it. It doesn't leak, but the thing is big and rather unwieldy. I have to use two hands to insert it and the thing is never anywhere near full when I dump it. Additionally, I sometimes feel pressure? From what I'm assuming is the very firm rim. It's not particularly painful, but it is annoying. After a while (especially days I have cramps) I just switch back to Pads to get some slight relief. However, when I take cup quizzes, they only recommend discs that are the sameish size and firmness as I'm already using 😐

I'm late 20s, had kids, moderately active, light/average flow (except for day 3 that's heavy), and a high cervix. Any help is much appreciated. Thanks!

For those that can go without a backup option like a liner or a pad with your disc, do you not have mild spotting or leakage? My disc doesn’t leak but when I use the restroom for auto dump or when I remove and insert a new disc, there is some amount of blood in my vaginal canal. No matter how much I wipe, the blood that’s in there slips out at some point. I am so scared of not using a liner or a pad in the fear of staining my underwear.

Any suggestions?

Hi! For a little background, I’ve NEVER used any period products besides pads, (and tampons like maybe twice and had to pull it out dry because I didn’t bleed enough, and that TRAUMATIZED me). I’m a young adult who has never been sexually active (don’t know if that matters)… So, I’m looking for beginner friendly while also slightly budget friendly options.
So far, I’ve liked Lumma, Saalt, and Pixie. I wanted to know if anyone has any feedback on these specific brands.
These are my “fears” with each brand
Lumma- I heard that the material is kind of sticky, which people don’t like, and also the cups look HUGE so I’m confused about size
Saalt- I was recommended Saalt by a friend, but I’m afraid I won’t be able to get it out as easy since it doesn’t have a pull tab!!
Pixie- honestly I see like very few reviews on Pixie disc, and overall I’m just a little nervous because I saw that Period Nirvana doesn’t like them because they are white label?