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Best menstrual cup for heavy flow: how to choose and use it
Best menstrual cup for heavy flow: how to choose and use it
How to choose and use a menstrual cup with a heavy flow: capacity compared with tampons and pads, which Lunette size, how often to empty, leak-proofing and when to see... Read more...
Best menstrual cup for beginners: how to choose your first cup
Best menstrual cup for beginners: how to choose your first cup
What makes a menstrual cup good for beginners, which Lunette size to start with, and what to expect in your first two to three cycles. Read more...
Menstrual cup vs disc: what's the difference, and which should you choose?
Menstrual cup vs disc: what's the difference, and which should you choose?
Menstrual cup or menstrual disc? How they differ in shape, seal, capacity, removal and wear time, who each one suits, and how to choose a Lunette cup size. Read more...
How long does a menstrual cup last, and when should you replace it?
How long does a menstrual cup last, and when should you replace it?
A Lunette menstrual cup lasts up to 10 years with proper care. How to make your cup last, which signs mean it's time to replace it, and whether discolouration matters. Read more...
Menstrual cup for sport: running, gym, yoga and swimming
Menstrual cup for sport: running, gym, yoga and swimming
Can you do sport with a menstrual cup? How a cup works for running, the gym, yoga, cycling and swimming, which Lunette size suits active bodies, and how to avoid... Read more...
How to remove a menstrual cup, even if you can't reach it
How to remove a menstrual cup, even if you can't reach it
How to remove a menstrual cup step by step, how to break the seal, and what to do if your cup feels stuck, sits too high or your fingers feel... Read more...
How far up does a menstrual cup go? Where your cup should sit
How far up does a menstrual cup go? Where your cup should sit
How deep to insert a menstrual cup, where it should sit compared with a tampon and your cervix, and what to do if your cup sits too low, rides up... Read more...
Menstrual cups and your pelvic floor: strong, weak or prolapse
Menstrual cups and your pelvic floor: strong, weak or prolapse
Can you use a menstrual cup with a strong, tight or weak pelvic floor, or with a prolapse? How your pelvic floor holds a cup, which Lunette size fits, and... Read more...
Which menstrual cup is right for me? How to choose in 6 questions
Which menstrual cup is right for me? How to choose in 6 questions
How to choose the right menstrual cup for your body - flow, cervix height, pelvic floor, firmness, age and material - and how to pick between Lunette Size 1 and... Read more...
Period care gift guide: a first period kit and sustainable gift ideas
Period care gift guide: a first period kit and sustainable gift ideas
What to put in a first period kit, plus sustainable period care gift ideas for a friend or yourself, and how to give them without it feeling awkward. Read more...
Period underwear: how it works, how to choose it and how to wash it
Period underwear: how it works, how to choose it and how to wash it
How period underwear works, how much it holds, how to choose your size and how to wash it so it lasts. Plus how to pair period pants with a menstrual... Read more...
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Top sustainable period products beyond cups (and how they compare)
Sustainable period products have come a long way and while menstrual cups are one of the most eco‑friendly options out there, they’re not the only choice. Plenty of people want... Read more...