OK, I’m usually not the one to use scare tactic to convince people to do things that I think they should do (like giving up tampons, and start using silicone menstrual cups for catching menstrual flow).
The fact is that toxic shock syndrome is very rare, so I don’t want you to be scared when you [...]
If you have never heard about a menstrual cup or a period cup – unfortunately you are not alone. Although there are many reusable menstrual products available on the market today – DivaCup, Mooncup, the Keeper, Lunette, and several other brands – the majority of women still are not even aware that there is an [...]
Tampons, like pads, are products used to absorb your menstrual flow. Tampons come in various sizes, which are related to their absorbency ratings and packaging. The outward appearance of a tampon is similar for all brands, but once used some will perform differently to others.
The two main differences are in the way the tampon expands [...]
So, you have never heard of menstrual cups or just don’t like them, and you want to use tampons, but you are not sure how to go about it.
Well, first of all, tampons – unlike menstrual cups or period cups, are disposable products used to absorb your menstrual flow. They are made of soft [...]