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About periods, vaginas & more

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
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 leaks. Read more...
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 too short. Read more...
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 or slips out. Read more...
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 when to see a doctor. Read more...
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 Size 2. Read more...
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
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 cup. 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...
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Vaginal flora: The microbiome that protects your intimate health and How to keep it in balance
Your vagina is home to one of the most sophisticated ecosystems in your body. This community of microorganisms often called vaginal flora or the vaginal microbiome works constantly to protect... Read more...
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Can you swim with a yeast infection? What’s safe, what’s not, and how to avoid making symptoms worse
Yeast infections are uncomfortable enough on their own, add a planned beach day or pool session, and suddenly you’re Googling whether swimming will make everything worse. The good news? You... Read more...
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Vaginal odor: What’s normal, What’s not, and When to take action
Vaginal odor is one of the most common and most Googled questions in intimate health. And while it can feel embarrassing or confusing, the truth is simple: every vagina has a... Read more...