Is a menstrual cup dangerous?

Reusable cups are reliable and a safe alternative to pads or tampons. The menstrual cup is made of Medical Grade Silicone. Medical Grade Silicone are silicones that have been tested for bio compatibility and are also suitable for medical applications. The material is very clean and there is no latex in it.

You insert the menstrual cup into your vagina. You can think of a cup as a kind of tub that collects your menstrual blood. A few times a day you need to empty this cup. You can hold the menstrual cup for up to 8 hours, but on your heavier days, it is sometimes necessary to empty the cup more often. It is not wise to keep the menstrual cup in for more than 8 hours because of Toxic Shock Syndrome. Scientific research has shown that even when using a menstrual cup, as with tampons, there is an increased risk of T.S.S. If you keep the cup in for longer than 8 hours, there is a chance that a growth of the Staphylococcus Aureus bacteria will develop. We provide 2 cups instead of one so you can feel clean and fresh for 16 hours.

Wearing a cup is especially nice while exercising, swimming or on a trip to the sauna. After all, you don’t have to deal with a protruding string.

Menstrual cups are becoming increasingly popular because they are reusable. This also makes the cups cost effective. At first, inserting the menstrual cup takes some effort, but once you get the hang of it, it is very easy. There are different folding techniques for inserting the cup. In this blog you will find more information about the different folds. Try them all out and see which fold works best for you. Insertion takes some perseverance, but if you persevere you will soon get used to it. When properly placed, the cup provides comfortable and secure monthly protection.

During insertion, it is important to assume a comfortable position. For example, you can do this squatting or even with one leg on the bathtub. Find a position that makes you feel relaxed. That is really the most important thing, to feel totally relaxed.

Before using the cup, it is important that the cup is thoroughly clean. You can easily boil the cup at home in a pan. Put the cup in boiling water for about three minutes to get the cup hygienically clean. It is important to sterilize the cup at the beginning, during and at the end of your cycle. Don’t feel like using a pan? Then you can also buy a Steamer from Beppy. With one push of a button, the cup can already be sterilized. With Beppy you always receive 2 cups, so you have enough time to get your cup hygienically clean, and so you always have a clean cup with you.

When removing the cup, make sure you have thoroughly washed your hands. Next, assume a comfortable position and push slightly with your pelvic floor muscles. This is how you push the cup down a little. Then, with one finger, press the side of the cup slightly so that the vacuum is broken. Then you can carefully remove the cup with your index finger and thumb. You pull the handy removal loop. Hold the cup right and then you can empty the cup into the toilet or sink. Rinse the cup or clean it with pH-neutral soap.

The difference between a menstrual cup and a tampon is that a cup collects the blood instead of absorbing it. As a result, the sensitive mucous membranes of the vagina are not affected and your vaginal flora remains intact.

Menstrual cups are no more likely to cause infections than pads or tampons, for example. Also, cups are better for the environment because they last for years. If you take good care of your cup, you can use the same cup for 5 to 10 years. And also, you have no waste from them. You don’t have plastic to throw away for example.

Still, many folds have mixed feelings about using a menstrual cup. Ultimately, both menstrual cups and tampons and pads have their advantages and disadvantages. Of course, you have to choose what suits you best. At Beppy, you can also buy tampons without a string. Thanks to the soft and flexible material, this Beppy Tampon adapts completely to your body. We have two different tampons. Namely, the Beppy WET and the Beppy DRY. The Beppy WET is moistened with lactagel, this makes it a little easier to insert. The Beppy DRY tampon does not have this and is therefore for more suitable for the experienced user.