How To Guide For: Understanding Menstrual Cups--What Is This? Is It Safe --The Pros And Cons & S

Menstrual Cups have been getting a lot of buzz lately. But what exactly is a Menstrual Cup. Based on the videos on the web - A Menstrual Cup is a type of feminine hygiene product made of medical grade silicone that is shaped like a bell and is flexible. It is worn inside the vagina during menstruation to catch menstrual blood. Every 4–12 hours (depending on the amount of flow), the menstruating woman removes the menstrual cup from her vagina, empties the collected menstrual blood into a toilet, washes the cup under running water and inserts it again. So now that we know what a Menstrual Cup is I wanted to go over some pros and cons that you should keep in mind if you're considering this alternative. A pro when considering the Menstrual Cup is that after the end of your monthly period the cup can be sterilized by boiling in water and then it can be reused for five years or so. Another pro is that the Menstrual Cup unlike tampons and pads collects menstrual fluid rather than absorbing it. Another good thing about the Menstrual Cups is that they are said to be an Eco-Friendly alternative to tampons and pads. Two of the biggest cons is finding the right fit and when it's time to remove the cup. So now the next questions is are these Menstrual Cups really safe. According to some experts the Menstrual Cup is safer than a tampon because it has a lower risk of toxic shock syndrome. There is so much more to learn about Menstrual Cups. To learn more about Menstrual Cups, if they are safe and the pros and cons -- click the pictures below to read the articles.