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Old 12-30-2014, 07:35 AM   #1
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Default Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I thought this blog post with pictures of several different menstrual cups was awesome! I saw a sizing chart years ago but this is so much more...visual. Neat

http://www.ethosolutions.org/divacup...menstrual-cup/
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Old 12-30-2014, 10:11 AM   #2
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

Mine isn't on there..I have a LadyCup and love it! I've had it for 5 years now!
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

THanks for this link.
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Thanks! After 8 years with the diva I have to replace it (and found out they recommend replacing every year!) and I'm not sure which way to go.
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Old 12-30-2014, 12:37 PM   #5
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

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Thanks! After 8 years with the diva I have to replace it (and found out they recommend replacing every year!) and I'm not sure which way to go.
Really? I could have sworn it was like 15 years! LOL. Ive been afraid to try my Diva cup since having the baby. I probably need the next size up anyways. I was feeling frustrated that I didn't get the full use out of mine, (and was thus "wasting" it) but it they really recommend replacing annually it makes me feel a little better about it.


Speaking of not wanting to waste the cups....

Wanna know something gross???
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I wonder if the cup manufacturers reached market saturation and decided to "update" their replacement guidelines?
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

That's weird...LadyCup still says lifetime of their product is 15 years

I've seen sites where people sell theirs as well..no thanks
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I don't think they really need to be replaced every year. Mine is still fine after 8 years (it met with an unfortunate accident.) I think it's more about making money and not ticking off the fda. Keeper still says 10 years. Divas claim that you can save over $100 with the cup is absurd if you have to replace it every year.
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Wow, was so helpful!
I'm finally convinced to order one and try it!
The example with the wine glass was especially good
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

the diva cup people now sell there own wash for it. I think they are trying ot make the busness work.

I replaced my diva cup this year I had it for 6 years.
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I've had my Diva for quite a while but keep having babies so it's not seen much action. Hoping I still like it once AF returns.
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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I loved the Meluna I had without a stem. The Diva stem pinched. I need to get another one after baby comes.


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I loved the Meluna I had without a stem. The Diva stem pinched. I need to get another one after baby comes.


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Default Re: Neato! side by side comparison pic of menstrual cups

I'm trying to decide if I'm just heading to Whole Foods to buy a Diva or ordering a Mooncup UK.
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