🩸 Common Menstrual Cup Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Menstrual cups are safe, eco-friendly, and cost-effective—but many beginners experience leaks or discomfort at first. Most of the time, it’s due to simple mistakes that are easy to fix. Here are the most common menstrual cup mistakes and how you can avoid them:
1. Not Letting the Cup Fully Open
👉 Mistake: Inserting the cup and leaving it folded inside.
💡 Fix: Gently rotate the cup or run a finger around the base to ensure it has “popped open.”
2. Choosing the Wrong Size
👉 Mistake: Using a cup that’s too small (leaks) or too large (discomfort).
💡 Fix: Consider your age, childbirth history, and cervix height when choosing a size.
3. Wearing It Too High or Too Low
👉 Mistake: Placing the cup too high like a tampon or too low where it slips.
💡 Fix: Insert so it sits just inside the vaginal canal—lower than a tampon but not hanging out.
4. Ignoring the Seal
👉 Mistake: Assuming it’s sealed without checking.
💡 Fix: Tug lightly on the stem—if you feel resistance, the seal is good.
5. Leaving It In Too Long
👉 Mistake: Forgetting to empty for 12+ hours, risking leaks, odor, or infection.
💡 Fix: Empty every 8–12 hours (more often on heavy days).
6. Improper Cleaning
👉 Mistake: Using scented soap or skipping sterilization.
💡 Fix: Wash with mild, unscented soap and sterilize between cycles.
7. Panicking During Removal
👉 Mistake: Pulling on the stem without breaking the seal.
💡 Fix: Pinch the base to release suction, then remove gently.
🌸 Final Thoughts
Menstrual cups take some practice, but once you avoid these mistakes, they’re one of the most reliable, eco-friendly, and comfortable period products available.
👉 Ready to try? Explore NYXCollection Period Cups for beginner-friendly options.