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FemmyCycle Menstrual Cup Reviews

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What our users are saying: FemmyCycle Menstrual Cup Reviews

We’ve received some really great feedback about the FemmyCycle recently, so this month we’re dedicating our blog to our users’ FemmyCycle menstrual cup reviews.

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“It’s not often I’m impressed enough with a product to write to the manufacturer to say Thanks. But this time, I gotta.”

“I’m honestly delighted with my FemmyCycle cups. I’ve used other cups in the past and was happy with them – but because of a shoulder injury that limits the use of my right arm, I struggled with positioning and removal, and had to give them up. The FemmyCycle’s design eliminates both issues. The self-popping design and the loop on the bottom mean I can use the product easily – whether I’m using the weak injured arm or using the clumsy, non-dominant left arm.

Thanks so much for making the product available. I’m telling all my friends about it. This is a great product, and I wish everyone knew about it.”

Kudos!

Ann

“When Dr. Shihata was kind enough to send me the FemmyCycle, I thought I would have to wait for awhile to receive them…I was wrong, they arrived in two days. That in itself showed me how proud he is of his product…and he has every right to be.”

“If you are familiar with menstrual cups and think you know everything there is to know about them…you really (and I am included) don’t know anything. Number one: they are made of a thin silicone, rather than a thick one. When you pick them up, you feel as if you are holding air. And there are even more unique differences: the cup has a “lid” which keeps the fluid in the cup until you empty it…which I love, because as you sleep at night, with traditional cups, the fluid flows back and forth, between your cervix and the cup, and when you stand up in the morning, that is when leaks can happen. With the FemmyCycle, that won’t happen.

Now, some women may have a problem with opening the lid to pour the contents out. I truly don’t have a problem with it. It is a by-product of our bodies, and there is nothing “gross” about it. The second thing: the cup does not pop open all the way…it does not have suction holes, so these two points may make some women nervous. But I have encountered problems with the suction holes. Sometimes the suction is so strong that you can’t break it no matter what you do, and I had to literally pull it out. The Dr. understands that our muscles and our own anatomy will keep it in place, and the FemmyCycle cup does not need the suction holes. To be continued…”

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The FemmyCycle carries virtually no risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome.

How Do Menstrual Cups Compare To Tampons?

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Basically, a menstrual cup collects the flow from your monthly period, as opposed to tampons which absorb flow. Like tampons, menstrual cups are worn internally so they’re perfect for summer sports or going to the beach. One major difference between a cup and a tampon is that there is no chance of an embarrassing string peeking out from even the briefest bikini bottom. Instead of a string, menstrual cups are designed with a soft, silicone tab or removal ring.

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So menstrual cups don’t absorb flow like tampons. Instead, an opening about 2” wide allows the blood to flow into the container. The FemmyCycle, however, has a much smaller opening and a lid to prevent spills and leaks on removal. Menstrual cups conform to the vaginal walls to prevent leaks, but some women use a thin panty liner during the initial learning phase (just as many women regularly do with tampons).

Since menstrual cups hold more flow than tampons and carry no risk of toxic shock syndrome, they can be worn for up to 12 hours—even overnight. Unlike tampons, menstrual cups don’t entail blood coming into contact with cotton or paper. This deprives bacteria of the moist environment it needs to grow. That’s why, in addition to eliminating the risk of toxic shock syndrome, there is little or no odor associated with menstrual cups during wear and removal.

Finally, menstrual cups differ from tampons in that they have a mild suction effect that draws out additional flow when you remove them. Some cups have too much suction and are made with small holes near the rim to lessen the effect. Users are sometimes encouraged to squeeze the cup gently to “break the seal” when removing. Because the FemmyCycle is designed not to open fully during use, the suction effect is not as strong. There is no need to squeeze the FemmyCycle during removal, further preventing blood from spilling when the cup is taken out.

This suction effect has a couple of benefits. Removing the cup in the shower before you wash up greatly reduces the chance of staining wash cloths or towels. And while this is not the case for all users, some FemmyCycle users have reported that their periods are one or two days shorter.

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What is a menstrual cup?

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What is a menstrual cup?

A traditional menstrual cup is a soft, bell-shaped device that’s about 2.5 inches long and made of medical grade silicone. They are considered an eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative to sanitary napkins and tampons. The primary difference between menstrual cups and tampons and pads is that menstrual cups catch menstrual flow rather than absorb it. There are several brands of menstrual cups available with designs similar to the drawing below. They can be purchased over the counter or online.

Menstrual Cup Drawing

Traditional Menstrual Cup

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The FemmyCycle

Why is the FemmyCycle different?

The FemmyCycle is a new menstrual cup that has a lid with a small opening instead of the wide opening found in other cups. The lid facilitates clean, spill-free removal and minimizes leakage during use. Like other menstrual cups, the FemmyCycle is folded before insertion so that it’s slightly wider than a tampon. When inserted correctly, the FemmyCycle cannot be felt at all. It differs from most other menstrual cups in that it has a smooth removal ring rather than a flat or textured removal stem.

The FemmyCycle and traditional cups collect menstrual blood instead of absorbing it like tampons, eliminating the risk of toxic shock syndrome even when worn for 10-12 hours. Safe extended wear means the FemmyCycle can be used while sleeping. The leak-proof lid makes it ideal for wear during exercise or other daily activities.

Menstrual cups come in a variety of sizes and holding capacities (21ml-29ml) to accommodate women ranging from those who have never had intercourse, to women who have given birth. The FemmyCycle holds .5 oz - 1 oz. (15ml-30ml) of menstrual fluid and is designed not to unfold completely during use. It opens to full size only when removed, so one size conforms to each woman’s body. This partial collapsibility also creates a mild suction effect that cleanly draws out menstrual flow upon removal.

Menstrual cups have the added advantage of being reusable, so women never “run out” or create unnecessary paper waste. The FemmyCycle comes in a twin pack, allowing women to keep one at home and the other in their purses or desks. In response to consumer demand, the FemmyCycle will also be available in single packs in the future. Finally, by replacing disposable pads and tampons with reusable menstrual cups, women can help reduce the volume of sanitary napkin and tampon litter in landfills.

There are several websites and online communities that can provide more information about menstrual cups. These include https://femmycycle.shop; http://menstrual-cups.livejournal.com/tag/faq; and http://www.easycup.fr.