Can I sleep with a menstrual cup in?

We all know how uncomfortable it can be to spend the night during the fiercest days of your period. During these nights, we usually use extra-long pads or mega absorbent tampons that are not very comfortable and also only work halfway, which often leads to leakage. It is therefore not surprising that we look for other menstrual products that do allow us to sleep peacefully, without having to worry about leaking. Yes, you probably saw it coming: you can also sleep with a menstrual cup in!

You’ve probably already read about the many benefits of a menstrual cup, did you know that a menstrual cup is one of the safest and most discreet menstrual products available! We’ll explain why you can have a more comfortable night with a cup, instead of pads or tampons.

How much blood does our cup capture?

As you probably already know, the menstrual cup captures menstrual blood. Unlike pads and tampons, the cup keeps the blood in its natural state. Because a menstrual cup is made of silicone, blood cannot pass through it. In addition, the cup stays in the same place throughout the night, which prevents you from leaking. It is good to know that an average size M menstrual cup can collect up to 16 ml, while the Beppy cup in the same size collects between 25 and 35 ml of blood! This ensures that you can use the menstrual cup even on days with the fiercest days without having to worry about emptying your cup.

Peace of mind and health

There are many advantages to sleeping with a menstrual cup. For one, the cup’s material (made of medical grade silicone) prevents blood from oxidizing on contact with air and other materials. This significantly reduces the risk of serious infections such as TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome) and extends the useful life of the product. On the other hand, by using a menstrual cup, you are assured of more uninterrupted hours of sleep because you can wear it longer unlike a tampon or sanitary napkin. This also ensures that you will have a more stress-free night. Finally, using the menstrual cup ensures that the muscles in your vagina wall continue to exercise, which is not only helpful in preventing incontinence in old age, but also shows benefits in our posture and sex life.

We hope this information has been very helpful to you and that you feel encouraged to use your menstrual cup while sleeping. Remember that getting to know your body is a process of love and patience, so don’t worry if you can’t make the change right away. Keep in mind all the benefits the menstrual cup brings you and allow yourself to try new options that bring you greater comfort and health.

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