This might sound sarcastic, but it is not meant that way: Consider yourself lucky that you have the privilege of choice! Ever since the start of it I had to use both, tampons and pads because of the large amount of bloodlose. I was dumb as a teenager once by using only a pad and it leaked through the matras! Caps don't sit well with me, because I d...... reply
I have been using a menstrual cup for years now and i promise its not as gruesome as it sounds/seems. its super confortable, convenient and relatively stress free once you get the hang of it. I use a pad alternatively only if i have forgotten to carry the cup around during the time leading upto my periods. other than that its the menstrual cup for ...... reply
I love seeing the environmentalists here. I switched to cloths pads that are much softer and more absorbent than the plastic ones and when I'm home I just toss them in the washing machine and presto they are clean and ready to go again. After reading about the diva cup though, I think I might try it, I have always been too nervous to try a tampon b...... reply
Cups > Pads > tampons to me, although you should use whatever you prefer. :) No need to be scared of tampons, even if you're a virgin, those with applicators are much easier to put. You should make sure you change them often as it can become a health issue and usually it dries your body. Pads are sure less comfortable but def better for your wellbe...... 1 reply
I personally can’t use them because they make my cramps 1000x worse, but when I could use them they were much cleaner and they’re honestly not too hard to use? Tampons shouldn’t hurt though!! I’d make sure to check you’re using them right 1 reply
I will only ever use pads even if it's uncomfortable. Tampons cost more and I'm not gonna stick my finger up just to get it out if the string breaks, plus I have a heavy irregular flow. I'm also not gonna wear those underwear that absorbs blood or use those cups. If I'm done with pads I'll just go with pills. reply
Another option is a silicone cup. I can’t use a tampon, because I feel like I’m sitting on a stick, and a pad feels so unclean. While a cup is still something you put inside you, I find it much more comfortable. But you have less garbage to throw away, saves money as it’s reusable, and I can tell you is so comfortable I forget about it and ma...... reply
For me, tampons only become uncomfortable if my flow isn't heavy enough. Try only using them during your heaviest flow days and start off with smaller ones and a panty liner. reply
