Yes, you can pee with a menstrual cup in. You don't need to take it out when you go to the toilet. After a bowel movement, check with a clean finger that the cup is still sitting properly.
Why you can pee with a cup in
Urine leaves your body through the urethra, a separate opening above the vagina. The cup sits inside the vaginal canal, so it doesn't block the flow of urine.
What about pooing with a menstrual cup?
You can go as normal. Pushing can move the cup a little lower, so it is worth checking afterwards that it still feels round and firm and sits comfortably. If it has moved down, push it gently back into place. Wash your hands before and after.
Feel pressure on your bladder?
Some people feel pressure on their bladder with a cup in. Things to try:
- Change the position. Let the cup sit a little lower, below the cervix.
- Try a softer cup. Lunette recommends the softer, slimmer Size 1 for a sensitive bladder.
- Get checked if it keeps happening. A 2019 systematic review in The Lancet Public Health found a small number of reports of urinary tract complaints linked to cup use. If you have pain, a burning feeling or can't empty your bladder, take the cup out and see a doctor.
| Size 1 | Size 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Flow | Light to medium | Heavier |
| Capacity | 25 ml | 30 ml |
| Rim diameter | 41 mm | 46 mm |
| Length with stem | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Stem | 25 mm | 20 mm |
| Silicone | Softer | Firmer |
| Also suits | Low cervix, teens, strong pelvic floor, sensitive bladder | Higher cervix |
FAQ
Will my pee get into the cup?
No. Urine comes from the urethra, not the vagina, so it doesn't go into the cup.
Should I empty the cup every time I go to the toilet?
No. Empty it when it needs it, at least every 12 hours. Most people empty it about 2 to 4 times a day.
Can I empty my cup in a public toilet?
Yes. Empty it, rinse it with water if you can or wipe it clean, and put it back. See how to clean your menstrual cup.
Not sure which size suits your bladder? The menstrual cup size guide covers it. If your cup clearly doesn't work for you after a fair try of two to three cycles, Lunette refunds it or sends you the other size. Choose your Lunette menstrual cup.
