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It folds for insertion, opens inside the vaginal canal, and forms a gentle seal to prevent leaks. With proper care, one cup lasts for years.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How does it work?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">The cup sits below the cervix inside the vaginal canal and collects blood safely. When full: wash your hands, remove the cup, empty into the toilet, rinse, and reinsert. Simple, hygienic, reusable.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Which size should I choose?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Cuppie stocks three sizes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extra Small (XS)<\/strong> \u2014 teens, petite frames, beginners, very light flow.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Small<\/strong> \u2014 first-time users, light to medium flow, most women under 30, those who haven&#8217;t given birth vaginally. The most common beginner size.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Large<\/strong> \u2014 medium to heavy flow, women over 30, those who&#8217;ve given birth vaginally, anyone needing more capacity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can virgins use a menstrual cup?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>Yes.<\/strong> Using a cup does not affect virginity, which is a social concept rather than a physical state. Start with XS or Small, use a little water as lubricant, and go slowly. Comfort and patience matter most in the first few cycles.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I fold it for insertion?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Folding makes the cup smaller and easier to insert. Popular folds:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Punch-Down<\/strong> \u2014 smallest insertion point, great for beginners.<\/li>\n<li><strong>C-Fold<\/strong> \u2014 simple and classic.<\/li>\n<li><strong>7-Fold<\/strong> \u2014 slim and easy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origami<\/strong> \u2014 small point, opens easily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most people find their preferred fold after 1\u20132 cycles.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I insert it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ol>\n<li>Wash your hands.<\/li>\n<li>Fold the cup.<\/li>\n<li>Relax your body.<\/li>\n<li>Insert gently at an angle toward your tailbone.<\/li>\n<li>Let it open naturally.<\/li>\n<li>Rotate slightly or sweep a finger around the base to confirm the seal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A cup sits <strong>lower than a tampon<\/strong>. Inserted correctly, it&#8217;s comfortable and leak-free.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What&#8217;s the best position for beginners?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Try sitting on the toilet, squatting, standing with one leg raised, or inserting in the shower. <strong>Relaxation<\/strong> is everything \u2014 muscle tension is the number-one reason beginners struggle.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I remove it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ol>\n<li>Wash your hands and relax.<\/li>\n<li>Gently pull the stem to bring the base within reach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pinch the base<\/strong> to break the seal.<\/li>\n<li>Slowly ease the cup out, keeping it upright.<\/li>\n<li>Empty and rinse.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Never pull hard without breaking the seal first.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does it hurt?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">It shouldn&#8217;t. The first few tries feel unfamiliar but should not be painful. Water, a water-based lubricant, or inserting in the shower all help beginners. If you feel sharp pain, remove, relax, and try again.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How often do I empty it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Light flow:<\/strong> every 8\u201312 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medium flow:<\/strong> every 6\u20138 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy flow:<\/strong> every 4\u20136 hours while you learn your cycle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Many users empty just once in the morning and once at night. Maximum safe wear time is <strong>12 hours<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I sleep, swim and exercise with it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Yes to all three. A cup holds more than a pad or tampon, so it&#8217;s ideal for overnight with no midnight changes. Once sealed it stays put for the gym, running, swimming, dancing and travel.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I clean and store it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>During your period:<\/strong> rinse with clean water and reinsert; wash with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser when you can. <strong>End of cycle:<\/strong> boil 3\u20135 minutes (don&#8217;t let it touch the pot base) or use an electric steriliser. <strong>Storage:<\/strong> dry fully, then keep in a breathable cotton bag \u2014 never airtight. Avoid harsh soaps, oils, vinegar and bleach.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What if it leaks or gets &#8220;stuck&#8221;?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>Leaks<\/strong> usually mean the cup didn&#8217;t fully open, is positioned wrong, or is full \u2014 practice fixes most within 2\u20133 cycles. <strong>Stuck:<\/strong> a cup cannot get lost \u2014 your cervix blocks it. Relax (tension worsens it), squat and bear down gently, then pinch the base to break the seal before pulling.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"kb-sec\" style=\"margin-top:46px;\">\u26aa Menstrual Discs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kb-grid\">\n<details open>\n<summary>What is a menstrual disc?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">A soft, reusable silicone disc that sits at the base of the cervix and <strong>collects<\/strong> your flow. Unlike a cup, it stays in place by tucking behind the pubic bone rather than by suction, and it generally holds more.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How is a disc different from a cup?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<table>\n<tr>\n<th><\/th>\n<th>Disc<\/th>\n<th>Cup<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Position<\/td>\n<td>At the cervix (fornix)<\/td>\n<td>Vaginal canal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stays via<\/td>\n<td>Tucks behind pubic bone<\/td>\n<td>Suction seal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Capacity<\/td>\n<td>Higher<\/td>\n<td>Lower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>During intimacy<\/td>\n<td>Can be worn<\/td>\n<td>Cannot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Best for<\/td>\n<td>Heavy flow, high cervix<\/td>\n<td>Easy daily use<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Many people own both.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Which size \u2014 Medium or Large?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Cuppie stocks two sizes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medium<\/strong> \u2014 first-time disc users, light to normal flow, lower or average cervix, teens and young adults.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Large<\/strong> \u2014 heavy flow, high cervix, overnight or full-day capacity, postpartum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Unsure? Start with Medium and size up if you empty it too often.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I check my cervix height?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">On day 1\u20132 of your period (cervix sits lowest), wash your hands and insert one clean finger to feel for a firm, rounded shape. Reach it at the first\/second knuckle = <strong>low cervix (Medium)<\/strong>. Reach further or barely touch it = <strong>high cervix (Large)<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I insert it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Fold<\/strong> \u2014 with clean hands, pinch the rim into a figure-8.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insert<\/strong> \u2014 angle downward toward your tailbone and push in fully.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tuck<\/strong> \u2014 push the front rim up behind your pubic bone until it sits flat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A little water as natural lubricant makes insertion easier.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I know it&#8217;s positioned right?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Three signs: you can&#8217;t feel it, it doesn&#8217;t leak, and you can walk, sit and bend freely. If you feel a hard edge, the front rim isn&#8217;t tucked behind the pubic bone yet \u2014 push it up. Feeling your cervix sitting inside the rim is normal and correct.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I remove it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">With clean hands, squat or sit on the toilet, hook one finger under the front rim (use the finger notch), pinch slightly, and pull down and out slowly, keeping it level so it doesn&#8217;t spill. Empty, rinse, reinsert. Removal feels mess-free after 1\u20132 cycles of practice.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How long can I wear it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>Up to 12 hours<\/strong>, including overnight. On heavy days you may need to empty sooner \u2014 let your flow guide you.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I wear it during intimacy, exercise or swimming?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Because the disc sits at the cervix rather than in the vaginal canal, it can be worn during penetrative sex \u2014 mess-free. It also stays put for exercise and swimming. <strong>Note:<\/strong> a disc is not a contraceptive and offers no protection against STIs. Use separate protection.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What if it leaks or I can&#8217;t get it out?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>Leaks<\/strong> usually mean it isn&#8217;t tucked behind the pubic bone, it&#8217;s full, or the cervix isn&#8217;t sitting inside the rim \u2014 reposition by pushing it up and back. <strong>Can&#8217;t remove it:<\/strong> it cannot get lost. Relax, squat, bear down gently to bring it lower, then hook a finger under the rim.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I clean and store it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\"><strong>Same day:<\/strong> empty, rinse with clean water, reinsert. <strong>Between cycles:<\/strong> wash with mild unscented soap, then boil 5\u20137 minutes to sterilise. <strong>Storage:<\/strong> breathable cotton pouch, never airtight. Avoid bleach, vinegar, oil-based or fragranced soaps, alcohol and dishwashers.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"kb-sec\" style=\"margin-top:46px;\">\ud83c\udf38 Reusable Pads<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kb-grid\">\n<details open>\n<summary>What are reusable pads made of?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">A soft top layer against your skin, an absorbent core, and a leak-resistant outer layer. No fragrances, no chlorine bleach and no plastic backing trapping moisture \u2014 which is why they suit sensitive skin.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I use them?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Place the pad in your underwear, soft side up, and fasten the wings with the button around the gusset. Change as needed, fold the used pad inward and button it closed, and carry it home in a small pouch until you can wash it.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How often should I change one?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Every <strong>4\u20136 hours<\/strong>, or 2\u20133 times a day, depending on your flow \u2014 more often on heavy days. If it feels damp, change it. Use a heavy\/overnight pad for sleep.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What size and how many do I need?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Use light\/regular for the start and end of your period and heavy\/overnight for your heaviest days and nights. A comfortable starter set is <strong>6\u20138 pads<\/strong>; choose <strong>10\u201312<\/strong> for a heavier flow or less frequent washing.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I wear them with a thong?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">No \u2014 reusable pads need full-coverage underwear (briefs, boyshorts or hipsters) so the wings have something to button around.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I wash them?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ol>\n<li>Rinse in <strong>cold water<\/strong> first (hot water sets stains).<\/li>\n<li>Wash with soap or mild detergent \u2014 by hand or on a gentle machine cycle.<\/li>\n<li>Hang to dry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Wash before first use to soften the fabric and remove any residue.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How should I dry them?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Air-dry, ideally in <strong>direct sunlight<\/strong> on a line \u2014 sun naturally disinfects and fades stains. Indoors, choose a well-ventilated spot. Squeeze excess water out gently first for faster drying. No tumble dryer.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What should I never do?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No hot water<\/strong> \u2014 it sets blood stains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No bleach or harsh chemicals<\/strong> \u2014 they break down the fabric.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No fabric softener<\/strong> \u2014 it reduces absorbency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No hot iron or tumble drying<\/strong> \u2014 heat damages the layers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Will they stain or smell?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Light staining over time is normal and doesn&#8217;t affect performance \u2014 rinse cold immediately and sun-dry to minimise it. They won&#8217;t smell when washed and dried properly; the breathable fabric actually smells less during wear than plastic disposables.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How long do they last?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">With proper care, <strong>12+ months<\/strong> of regular use \u2014 often 2\u20133 years per pad. Replace when the fabric thins or the leak-resistant layer stops performing.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I share them?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">No. Like underwear, pads are personal and should be used by one person only, even after washing.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"kb-sec\" style=\"margin-top:46px;\">\ud83d\udc59 Period Underwear<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kb-grid\">\n<details open>\n<summary>How does period underwear work?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">The gusset has hidden layers: a moisture-wicking top layer that keeps you feeling dry, an absorbent core that holds the flow, and a leak-resistant outer layer. You wear it like normal underwear \u2014 from the outside it looks and feels the same.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does it feel wet against me?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">No. The top layer pulls moisture into the absorbent core, so the side touching your skin stays dry. That wicking is the main difference between period underwear and simply wearing a pad.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How much can it hold?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Light<\/strong> \u2014 about 1\u20132 tampons&#8217; worth (spotting, discharge, backup).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moderate<\/strong> \u2014 about 2\u20133 tampons&#8217; worth (regular days).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy \/ Overnight<\/strong> \u2014 about 4\u20135 tampons&#8217; worth (heaviest days, sleep).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Match it to your heaviest day; start with moderate plus a couple of overnight pairs.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I wear it as my only protection?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Yes \u2014 that&#8217;s how it&#8217;s designed. On heavy days simply change to a fresh pair when needed. Many people also wear it as backup with a Cuppie cup or disc for extra security.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How long can I wear one pair?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Typically <strong>8\u201312 hours<\/strong> depending on flow and absorbency. Overnight styles last a full night. You&#8217;ll feel slight dampness or extra weight in the gusset when it&#8217;s time to change.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I choose a size and style?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Size on your waist and hip measurements, like regular underwear \u2014 size up if you&#8217;re between sizes. Styles (brief, hipster, bikini, high-waist) don&#8217;t change absorbency, which is set by the gusset. High-waist is popular for sleep and heavy days.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I wash it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Rinse in cold water<\/strong> until it runs clear.<\/li>\n<li>Wash cold \u2014 hand wash or gentle machine cycle with mild detergent (a mesh laundry bag protects the elastics).<\/li>\n<li>Hang dry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Wash before first use to activate the absorbent layer.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Why cold water only?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Hot water bonds blood to the fabric and locks in stains, and it degrades the leak-proof layer and elastics faster. Cold water protects both stain removal and the life of the underwear.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What should I never do?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No bleach<\/strong> \u2014 destroys the absorbent technology.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No fabric softener<\/strong> \u2014 coats the fibres and kills absorbency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No tumble dryer<\/strong> \u2014 heat damages elastics and the leak-proof layer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No ironing.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I dry it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Hang dry, preferably in direct sunlight \u2014 sun disinfects, fades stains and dries faster. Squeeze excess water out gently (don&#8217;t wring hard). In Kenyan sun expect 2\u20134 hours; indoors, overnight.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Will it smell?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">Not when cared for properly. Blood only smells after sitting exposed to air, so rinsing soon after wear prevents it. The breathable fabric often smells less during wear than plastic-backed disposables. No special antibacterial wash is needed \u2014 cold rinse, mild detergent and sun-drying are enough.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How many pairs and how long do they last?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"kb-body\">A full cycle is comfortable with <strong>5\u20137 pairs<\/strong> (3\u20134 minimum if you wash mid-cycle). With proper care they last <strong>1\u20132 years<\/strong> of regular use. 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