How to know if a menstrual disc is inserted correctly?
Knowing if your menstrual disc is inserted correctly is key to ensuring comfort, leak protection, and effectiveness. Here’s a guide to help you figure it out:
✅ Signs Your Menstrual Disc Is Inserted Correctly
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You Don’t Feel It
Once inserted properly, a menstrual disc should feel like nothing at all. If you feel pressure or discomfort, it may be too low or not tucked behind your pubic bone. -
It’s Tucked Behind the Pubic Bone
The front rim of the disc should sit securely behind your pubic bone, and the back should rest in the vaginal fornix (just below the cervix). This “pinch and tuck” is what keeps it in place. -
No Leaks
A correctly placed disc shouldn’t leak during normal activities—even when you sneeze, squat, or move around. Some users experience auto-dumping (where the disc empties a bit during bathroom trips), which is normal but shouldn’t cause full leaks. -
You Can’t See the Rim
If you can see or feel the rim near the vaginal opening, it may not be pushed in far enough. The disc should sit horizontally, not vertically like a tampon.
❌ Signs It Might Be Inserted Incorrectly
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You can feel it poking or slipping out
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You experience leaking after insertion
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It slides down when you walk or move
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It feels uncomfortable or causes cramping
🧷 Pro Tip: How to Insert a Menstrual Disc Correctly
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Wash your hands.
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Pinch the disc in the middle to form a figure-8 shape.
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Insert at a horizontal angle (toward your tailbone).
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Push it all the way in, then use your finger to tuck the front rim behind your pubic bone.
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Check your comfort—walk around, sit down, do a small cough. If it stays put and doesn’t leak, you’re good!
🩸 Still Having Trouble?
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Try inserting while sitting on the toilet or squatting—this opens the vaginal canal for easier placement.
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Use a mirror the first few times to see what’s going on.
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Choose a disc size that suits your anatomy (some brands offer small and large options).
Want to Try a Trusted Disc?
Check out the Reusable Menstrual Disc with Storage Case from Nyx Collection – designed for a secure fit and all-day comfort.
Let me know if you’d like a visual guide or help choosing the right size!