Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Trying Out a Menstrual Cup – The Sinaya Cup


The first time I’ve heard of the Sinaya Cup, I was amazed and at the same time weirded out by the idea of a menstrual cup. I had so many questions up in my head and even after watching countless videos about people’s reaction regarding the menstrual cup or how women love it so much, I still didn’t get it. So the solution? I have to try it out for myself.

The standard retail price of the Sinaya Cup is PHP1,199.00 but since I was one of the early birds who bought it soon as it was released, I got the discounted PHP999.00 price. Yey!

I was able to use my Sinaya Cup last January. When I checked my period tracker and  saw that I should be having my period on that day, I decided to sterilize  my Sinaya Cup so that I can put it in on that day in case my period decides to just pour out while I’m at work.

PUTTING IT IN FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME



It wasn’t easy, for the first time at least. I’ve watched videos on Youtube about how to put it in but you’ll never really get to learn unless you try it out for yourself. What I did is the C-Fold technique and it’s what works best for me. First thing I did is squeeze the cup flat, then I folded it in half. After that, I just put it inside with muscles relaxed. Girls, don’t be afraid to use your fingers to be able to put it up there properly. I really did put my fingers in to guide the cup going up and then once I felt that it was deep enough, I let go. But to double check, I put one finger in to check if the cup has already opened inside and if there aren’t any folds anymore. Folds will lead to leaks and that’s what we’re trying to prevent, yes?

FINALLY HAVING THE CUP INSIDE

Do not be afraid, it won’t get lost up there. You won’t feel a thing once it’s already there but that’s totally normal. Move around and don’t feel too conscious about it. For my first day, I was worried that there might be leaks but come lunch break, I checked my undies and it was spotless! I decided to check on my cup and saw that I really already have my period but the cup was able to hold all the fluid. Usually on my first day, my napkin would have already been full for the first half of the day but with the cup, damn! It just reached barely a quarter of the cup. So, yes, it’s true that we don’t really menstruate that much blood but it just looks a lot on the napkin because it’s spread out.

FAQ FROM FRIENDS ABOUT THE MENSTRUAL CUP

Q: But what about those chunks of blood that often comes out?
A: I used to have them when I was using pads but it never happened to me anymore when I used the menstrual cup

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Q: Wouldn’t it be hard for virgins to use the cup? Won’t it destroy my virginity?
A: First of all that wasn’t a big issue since I’m no longer a virgin and second, I’ve read about virgins using a menstrual cup (or tampons too) and it’s not that big of an issue.

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Q: But it’s almost PHP1,200.00. It’s more expensive than a napkin.
A: Darling, that’s PHP1,200.00 for like two years while you buy tons of napkins in a year. Do the math.

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Q: I always a heavy period. Can it really hold in a lot?
A: Yes. You just need to pour it out 2 to 3 times a day, wash it then put it back in. Trust me, we really don’t menstruate THAT much. I know what you’re thinking because I already asked that one out and just believed when I saw it for myself.

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Q: But what if you’re out? How do you change?
A: Just like when you’re changing napkins. I go to the CR with my wipes and tissue, take it out, pour out the blood, clean myself up and then clean the cup with running water or if it isn’t available, I use my wipes and tissue.

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Q: Won’t it irritate your vagina?
A: It won’t if you clean it well that’s why it’s advised that you sterilize it first before you put it in.

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Q: Don’t you feel it when you’re walking or moving around?
A: I don’t feel a thing, honestly. That’s why it’s perfect for girls who are always on the go. You never have to worry about leaks nor adjusting your napkin if it gets out of place because the cup stays put and will just go out once you want it out.

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Q: How do you get it out?
A: I use my muscles down there to push it out like when I’m pooping (LOL). Then once the tail of the cup is almost out, pull it out more so that you can get hold of the cup and once you’re already holding the cup itself gently pull it out so that the blood won’t spill all over the floor.


That’s about it, I guess. Those are the usual questions I get from friends. But if you have more, I wouldn’t mind answering them here. Should you want to try and buy your own Sinaya Cup, you can get in touch with them through Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sinayacup.

YES. I recommend using the Sinaya Cup because I feel like it’s very empowering. Women do not have to shy out on outdoor activities when they have their period because the cup basically makes you feel like you don’t even have it. Run, climb, swim, surf, do whatever! The Sinaya Cup will be your new best friend.

22 comments:

  1. OMG Gel! This is very informative, and I haven't read bloggers who have gutz to discuss a kind-of sensitive women topic like menstrual cup. I honestly have a hesitation to use it, and thank you for your tips! Makabili nga :D

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    1. Go! Tell me your thoughts about it afterwards. ;)

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  2. This is the first time I heard about it. I am even curious with tampons, what more with this cup. I admit I am really afraid to try this, or tampons, because I might not place it properly.

    Thanks for blogging about this, even though we know this is one sensitive topic. We have to be more aware and educated about this, so that we'll not get scared anymore. I think one reason why we're afraid and curious is because no one talks about this.

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  3. I love this post, unique and informative. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. OMG! Thank you for posting about this, Gels! I've been researching a lot and looking into converting to use menstrual cups, but I didn't know we have them available locally!

    I totally feel how reading and watching informative videos isn't enough. I think I get how everything works, but I'm not sure how it will go for me when I actually try it out. Haha! So I guess I'll just have to take the plunge and go for it. XD

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  5. Can you still use it at night? While sleeping? Or u have to use napkins na pag sleeping time? ��

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    1. Hello Maggie! Yup, you can use it even when sleeping. Still no spill. :)

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  6. what capacity did you get the large or the small? :) And on your heaviest of days, how often do you empty the cup? Any experiences with leakage overnight?

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    1. Just got the smaller size since they told me that the bigger one is for those na nanganak na. On my heaviest days, well naging routine na rin siya... I put it in ng 6AM then empty it ng 12NN (although hindi siya napupuno din during this time but just being sure), then next clean-up na is yung night shower ko around 8PM... Tapos next day na ulit. :)

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    2. Oh and no leaks even at night :)

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  7. How about if you have to pee? Wouldn't it be much of a hassle every now and then?

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    1. We have a different hole down there for peeing so you really don't have to take it out when you pee. :)

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  8. Hi Gel! Very informative! Thanks! Question, some posts ive read said they had to cut the ends of their cups (the one that you pull on) so that it doesn't stick out. Did you have to trim yours? Thanks!

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    1. Hello Jojee, I didn't have to trim mine naman. :)

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  9. The fact that it helps reduce waste is already eco-friendly. So I guess the answer to that is, yep, it is eco-friendly. :)

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  10. Gel!!! Using my cup na. First day was great pero nung second day i had to pour it out every 5hours dahil napupuno sya huhu and ung large na gamit ko :( hope they make an even larger size. Hassle to have to pour out when ur outside. Pero in fairness no leaks whatsoever. I just no it's full dahil bumababa sya and there is that gushing feeling. Pag kuha ko punung puno na nga
    . Hope they make a larger size.

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    1. Oh my. Every 5 hours? Uncomfortable ba kahit na lagyan mo ng napkin for support during your heavy flow?

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