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Further information about the Mooncup

How to use Information on using your Mooncup
Sizing Information on choosing the correct size Mooncup
Support How to get support if needed
FAQ If you have a question about using the Mooncup you may well find the answer here.
Testimonials Read what other women think about their Mooncups - it makes fascinating reading.

How to use the Mooncup

 

• Find a comfortable sitting, standing, squatting or kneeling position. Relax and take your time.
• Press the sides of the Mooncup menstrual cup together and then fold in half again.
• Hold the folded sides firmly together between thumb and forefinger of one hand. The single curved edge should be away from your palm.
• Stay relaxed. With your free hand gently separate the labia and push the curved edge of the folded Mooncup menstrual cup up into the vagina.
• Insert the Mooncup menstrual cup fully following the natural angle of your vagina. Aim towards the small of your back, not the top of your head. You do not need to push the Mooncup menstrual cup up high into the vagina, the vaginal muscle will keep it in place.
• Once the Mooncup menstrual cup is fully inserted grasp the base of the cup, not the stem, and rotate it once to ensure that it has fully unfolded.
• Most women find that the stem is too long. You will need to remove the Mooncup menstrual cup and cut the stem to your own requirements.
• It is important to keep your Mooncup clean. Wash it regularly with mild soap and hot and water. It can be cleaned more thoroughly between periods.
  

Please read the Usage Guide carefully before using your Mooncup menstrual cup for the first time.

Sizing
The Mooncup is available in two sizes.
Size A measures 46mm in diameter ad 50mm in length. Size B measures 43 mm in diameter ad 50mm in length. Both sizes have a pull stem 21mm long, which you can trim to the length that is right for you.
Size A is recommended for:
*women who have given birth vaginally or
*women who have had a caesarean section and are aged 30 years or over.
Size B is recommended for:
* women who have not given birth or
*women who have had a caesarean section and are aged below 30 years.

Please note that women over the age of 30 years old are increasingly likely to need the size A regardless of giving birth. This is because the tone of vaginal and pelvic floor muscles naturally reduces with age but to varying degrees in different women. Some activities will maintain tone, such as yoga, pilates, dance, so if you are advanced in any these, or similar activities take this into consideration when choosing which size you need. Corrective surgery to the vagina will also have implications.

Support
If you have any questions or queries about your Mooncup and would like to speak to a specialist regarding this product please contact:
Mooncup Ltd, Dolphin House, 40 Arundel Place, Brighton BN2 1GD, UK
Telephone: +44 (0) 1273 673845
Email: sales@mooncup.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question about the Mooncup you many well find the answer here.

Public toilets
Q How do you use it in public toilets?
A You can still use your Mooncup in Public toilets. Simply take a small bottle of water into the toilet with you and rinse it with this. Alternatively you can wipe with toilet paper and give your Mooncup a thorough clean at a more convenient time.

Light flow
Q My flow is very light and I find tampons extremely painful to remove. Is it ok to use a Mooncup with a light flow?
A Yes it is fine to use the Mooncup when your flow is light. The Mooncup is not absorbent and will not cause dryness so you will find removal much more comfortable than with tampons.

Dispatch / Packaging
Q How big is the mooncup package - will it fit through my letterbox? If
not, is it discreet, i.e. can I get it delivered to my boyfriend's work
without worrying about causing any offence or much laughter ;-)
A The Mooncup comes in a grey opaque envelope with an address label on the front and our company name "BabyKind" and address written in small letters at the bottom of the label. There is no indication of what is inside the package. It may be helpful to you to know that the package is small enough to fit through a standard letterbox and doesn't need to be signed for so you don't need to be at home to receive it.

New moons (just started menstruating)
Q I've just heard about your moon cup and it sounds pretty good. I'm wondering if it is recommended for use by a girl who has just started menstruating. Any caveats I should know about? My 11 year old daughter is not quite there yet but will be sometime soon and if this is as great as it sounds I would like to recommend it.
A Yes young girls (New Moons!) are physically able to use the Mooncup. It is possible to use the Mooncup from the very first period as our bodies are designed to give birth to full size babies at this time! The more confident that your daughter is about her body the easier it will be for her. As with tampons, it will require practice at first. She may like to use a lubricant such as KY Jelly (not petroleum jelly) to make insertion easier to begin with.

Hymen
Q I saw the Mooncup at the Mind Body & Spirit festival and was rather dubious about it but I have been thinking about it quite a lot as I want to become more active and learn how to swim. As far as I am aware my hymen is still intact, so I was worried about using it and wasn't quite bold enough to ask the lady at the stand.
A If your hymen is still fully intact the use of the Mooncup is likely to cause it to tear or break. The hymen is a thin membrane, with a space or spaces for periods to flow through, which partially blocks the opening of the vaginal entrance. Hymens come in various shapes and designs. Your hymen may be shaped like a septum (a thin line of skin which divides the centre of the vaginal opening, as does the septum of our nose), or you may have a hymen shaped like a crescent moon around the bottom or side of the vaginal opening. Interestingly, not all women are born with hymens, and hymens can break without women knowing it. Strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, horseback riding, stretching, or dancing, can also cause the hymen to break. Also a woman's hymen could have been broken or stretched by sexual activity, even if she has not yet had sexual intercourse. Once torn or stretched, the hymen becomes an irregular ring of tissue around the vaginal opening. If you would like further advice I recommend that you pay a visit to your local well woman or sexual health clinic.

Leakage
Q I bought a Mooncup at Glastonbury festival after wanting one for so long. I have been using it month after month and still I leak. I have to use pads as well, and my main reason for wanting Mooncup was for eco reasons. Please help me because I don’t want to go back to the old ways.
A I am sorry that you are having problems but I am sure we can find a solution. The most common reason for leakage is not placing the Mooncup low enough in your vagina. The Mooncup needs to be placed just inside the entrance to your vagina, not up near the cervix where tampons are placed. Also, you need to check that the whole of the stem is fully inside you. Most women need to trim the stem. If you think you need to trim the stem, remove your Mooncup and cut the end with scissors. Trim a little off at a time and reinsert your Mooncup to check how it sits. Repeat this process until it is fully inside you and is comfortable.

Another reason for leakage is due to poor seal formation with your vaginal wall. You can try twisting and rotating the Mooncup once inserted. You can also try pulling the mooncup down slightly and then gently pushing it inward. Clamping your pelvic floor muscles around the Mooncup will also help to create a good seal.

Occasionally leakage can occur because the small holes below the rim of the Mooncup have become blocked. Use a clean pin and remove any debris blocking the holes. Sterilise your Mooncup and re-insert.

Finally, leakage may be due to the size you are using not being a good fit. In this case please contact the Mooncup advice service +44 (0) 1273 673845

Which size
Q How can I tell whether my Mooncup is the before or after childbirth size and what is the difference in size?
A If you hold your Mooncup up to the light you will see an A or a B stamped in the bottom of the cup. A is after childbirth, and B is before. The length of the cup is 50mm for both sizes, and the diameter across the top is 43mm for the size B and 46mm for the A. The stem is 21mm long.

Lubricants
Q I know that oil-based lubricants and latex do not mix, but I also know that one of the unique things about the Mooncup is that it is silicone, not latex. Does this mean that I can use oil-based lubricants to help with insertion, without worrying about damaging the rubber?
A We recommend that you do not use oil-based substances with the Mooncup as apparently they can weaken the material over time. Water based lubes are fine.

TSS
Q I've been using my Mooncup for the first time these past few days and it seems to be working really well. Everything everyone says about it on your site is true. I particularly like the idea that I can forget about it and
just need to empty it once on waking and once before sleep. However I'm still a little concerned about the risk of toxic shock syndrome from leaving it in for a long time. My cup only gets about half full in half a day, so is it okay to leave it in for those 8 hours without changing it?
A I am glad that you are getting along with your Mooncup! You are right to be concerned about toxic shock syndrome, and with the Mooncup it is important to regularly remove and clean it as by doing so you prevent any build-up of the bacteria that cause this illness. We recommend that you remove and clean your Mooncup 4 times during a 24-hour day and that you boil it for 5 minutes between periods. TSS has been linked to high absorbency and prolonged use of tampons. The Mooncup differs from tampons in that the material that it is made of does not support the growth of bacteria in the way that the rayons and cottons used in tampons do. Menstrual cups have been around since the 1930s but have not been associated with toxic shock syndrome. TSS is most common in women aged between the ages of 15 and 19 and the risk of contracting it decreases with age. As a precaution, you should be aware that the symptoms of TSS could include sudden high fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness, fainting, or a rash rather like sunburn. Should you experience these symptoms during your period you should remove your Mooncup and contact your GP immediately.

Sex
Q Can you advise if the Mooncup is safe to leave in during penetrative sex (not obviously as a method of contraception)?
A No, the Mooncup is not for use during sexual intercourse. It would be in the way as it sits low in the vagina, not high like the contraceptive cap.

Removal Problems
Q I have just tried my Mooncup for the first time. Am I alone in having problems removing it?
A No! It is a question of practice, and some women find removal a little difficult at first! You do not explain what the problem is exactly, but there are two usual difficulties:
1 Too much suction: Before inserting your mooncup, try inserting a pin into the small holes around under the lowest ridge on the rim of the Mooncup. These can become blocked, so wiggle a pin in each one to ensure that they are clear. You can always release the seal by inserting your finger alongside the Mooncup and squashing it sideways, if squeezing the base does not work.
2 Not being able to get hold of the Mooncup: this is a combination of position, and, often, panic! Try to sit on the loo or squat, and use your 'bearing down' or pushing muscles to move the Mooncup down before you try to get hold of it. You should be able to move it down to the entrance to your vagina where it is easier to get hold of! The best method for doing this is to use a sequence of small downward motions. It may feel as though th Mooncup rises again after releasing each motion but it will be gradually pushed down. Small motions avoid tension and panic!
Standing or lying down makes your Mooncup harder to reach. And yes, staying calm is helpful too!

Post-birth
Q I've been using a Mooncup very happily for the last year. I'm now expecting our first baby in October, and I wondered if I can use the Mooncup for the bleeding after the birth? I've heard that you shouldn't use tampons, but wondered whether the Mooncup would be OK.
A It is not recommended to use internal protection for the first six weeks after giving birth. This is because of the increased risk of infection (after trauma to the vaginal tissues.) It would probably be a bit too tender as well! I would use washable pads for this post birth bleed.

Urinary tract infections
Q The Mooncup sounds like a very interesting product, but I would like to ask you a question before trying it. When I used a diaphragm, I had problems with urinary tract infections. Have there been any experiences of women suffering urinary tract infections from the use of the Mooncup?
A The diaphragm is worn higher in the vagina than the Mooncup, which sits low down in the vagina, where a tampon would sit. However it is still possible that the rim of the Mooncup may exert pressure on the urinary tract and if you have been affected by problems of this nature in the past we would recommend that you check with your GP before using the Mooncup.

Thrush
Q I have always suffered with thrush and I find that using the diaphragm contraceptive cap makes this worse. Do you think that the Mooncup will aggravate the thrush too?
A To the contrary, women who have suffered from thrush with tampons have reported an improvement with the Mooncup. The diaphragm is made from latex rubber, and many women have an allergy to latex, even a minor allergy, which may have contributed towards the infections. The Mooncup can be boiled between periods or soaked in sterilising solution to keep it clean. The most important way to prevent infection is to wash your hand before inserting or removing your Mooncup (this applies to tampons too!).

IUD
Q Please can you tell me whether it is perfectly safe to use with the IUD?
A There should be no problem with an I.U.D. as long as you remember to place the mooncup low down in the vagina and take care to release the seal properly when removing the mooncup. It’s a good idea to ask your GP/clinic if they can trim the IUD strings to keep them short. You should continue to check your IUD strings periodically to make sure it hasn't been dislodged.

Silicone Implants
Q I am a little confused regarding silicone, with regard to problems women have with breast enlargements!!, I don't have much of an understanding of this, and am looking for some feedback. T
A The Mooncup is made from a very different material to the breast implants that caused so many problems. They were gel held in a bag and the gel started to leach out over time into the body. The Mooncup is made from a solid medical grade silicone, the sort of material that replacement heart valves or catheters are made from.

Endometriosis
Q It seems now that there has been a petition to the FDA in the USA regarding other brands of menstrual cup and their supposed links to endometriosis (www.endocenter.org) Understandingly, there's been some concern over this, and I was wondering if you would have any comment?
A Unfortunately, the causes of endometriosis are unknown, and may be multiple. It has been suggested that devices which block the release of menstrual debris, such as menstrual (and perhaps tampons?) may be linked to the onset or worsening of endometriosis. Please bear in mind that at this time there is only a theoretical link between the use of menstrual cups and endometriosis, however as a safeguard I would recommend emptying your cup as often as possible.

Heavy periods
Q I have very heavy periods-will mooncup be suitable for me?
A Yes, the Mooncup works very well with heavy periods. It holds 30mls of menstrual blood, approximately 3 times more than a tampon or sanitary towel. This means you will need to attend to your mooncup less often than when wearing conventional sanitary protection. Textbooks describe 80mls+ produced over the whole cycle as a heavy period. Using a mooncup means that you can accurately measure how much you bleed. If you find that your period is very heavy you may wish to visit your doctor.

Backflow / inverted postures
Q I think that the mooncup looks fantastic but i have one reservation/question. As the menstrual blood is just collected rather than absorbed, what would happen if you were to go upside down or lay down with your pelvis raised above your body. I know this sounds a really strange question but i do really want one and i just need to know what woud happen if i was to lay down or go on an upside down ride at a theme park. Sorry if you think this is an odd concern!
A Firstly your concern is far from odd, it is not an uncommon query. Using the Mooncup as a collective device will not create any additional risk than these kind of activities may be associated with when you are menstruating. I don't know if you are aware that there is an ongoing debate regarding whether or not it is appropriate for women to adopt any inverted postures during menstruation, for instance shoulder stands in yoga are cnsidered by some to be alleviative menstrual symptoms during a period, whilst others say that this posture should not be done during menstruation because of the potential for retrograde flow (back flow). It comes down to a personal decision, depending on your opinion. I include some internet links below on this subject...

http://www.yogajournal.com/practice/546_1.cfm
http://www.yoga.com.au/Infosheets/Menstruation%20Info%20Sheet.pdf
http://ask.metafilter.com/mefi/5572
http://www.skys.com.au/women_inverted.html

I think that overall the concerns in these areas are associated with being in inverted postures for a prolonged time, and even then the retrograde theory is just that, a theory, it has not been shown be true. The Mooncup is suitable for night-time use and all forms of sports so there is no need for concern in the doing the activities you describe. I hope that this helps you, let me know if you have any further questions.

Insertion problems
Q Ijust received my mooncup through the post and am finding it really hard to use. I can't seem to insert it. Could you give me any tips?
A I'm going to need a bit more detail to be able to offer you specific advice for the difficulties you are experiencing, why exactly can you not insert it? If you are having problems with keeping it folded you will need to practice until you find a method that works for you. If you are having problems with actually passing it through the entrance of your vagina again with practice this will improve. The most important thing is to remain as relaxed as possible, otherwise our muscles tend to tense up and work against us. Just take your time and practice now and again when you are not menstruating until you feel you have gained confidence and found what works best for you. A water-based lubricant (such as KY jelly)can also make things easier initially. Also make sure that you are running your mooncup under water before attempting to insert it as this reduces any potential friction too. I hope that something here will be helpful to you, but let me know more specifically what guidance you need and I'm sure we will be able to find a solution for you.

Sports
Q I am almost convinced about buying a mooncup however I do a number of aerobics classes during the week. During the week of my period I do sometimes go but often wear a pad as well as a tampon in case of leaks when jumping - would a mooncup be OK during exercise (including in swimming pool?)
A The Mooncup is ideal for use whilst doing all sports, including aerobics and swimming. Many women tend to use a pantyliner whilst they are still gaining confidence in the reliabilty of their Mooncup, but before long it will provide you with far more confidence than other option.

Is it messy?
Q I only heard about your mooncup today, but am intrigued, especially for the health aspects. I have big reservations though about how messy it is and difficult to remove. Can you please tell me whether this is true? Do you tip any blood into the toilet then wipe it? Is there then a lot, it sounds horrible! Is it like inserting a tampon though in terms of the amount of blood you come into contact with?
A The Mooncup is actually suprisingly unmessy to use. Yes, when you insert its the same as inserting a tampon with regard to the amount of blood you come in contact with. When you remove the Mooncup the outside of it is generally clean, with all your blood collected inside of it. It stays upright (and is rarely full anyway) until you tip it up to empty it down the loo. Then you simply rinse, or wipe, befor re-inseting. You will see your blood, but you will not have much actual contact with it. Many women find that once they get used to it, seeing your blood is actually a very good way of being in touch with your body and can lead to a greater sense of acceptance and well-being during menstruation! Its really not horrible, its just different at first.

Night use
Q Hi can you please let me know if the mooncup is safe to wear at night?
A Yes, the Mooncup is safe to wear at night. You will need to ensure it is empty before going to bed and then empty it again as soon as you wake, but because it is safe to be in place for 8 or so hours there is no problem with using it at night.

Testimonials

"I recently ordered one of your mooncups. At this point I will say that I am not your typical consumer and rarely take notice of adverts. I'm ashamed to say that I can't even remember where I saw your name but, with tongue in cheek, the idea of a mooncup appealed to my greener side. However, as I am 49 and approaching the change with heavy periods, a not too wonderful pelvic floor and a vagina that hates foreign bodies in it I have to say I was very. very, sceptical. I am impressed. I am fascinated. How come I have never heard of one of these before? Why aren't they on the usual supermarket shelves alongside tampons etc. This is my first time of using it and like I say I have very heavy periods and am amazed that this doesn't leak. It doesn't smell. It feels comfortable once I have cut the stem to the right length. It's so easy to use and store. Even my vagina seems to accept it. No more packing my supermarket trolley out with packets of tampax and sanitary towels. I shall treat myself with the money I will be saving! We have recently had cause to have Dyna-Rod out because our sewerage overflowed. My husband was convinced it was me putting sanitary towels down there!! It could have been. £17.99 is far cheaper than the £100 charge for overflowing drains!! I will now spread the word. All my friends are going to know about this and I sincerely hope they give it a try. "

From a very satisfied customer.

Penelope

"We just got ourselves a mooncup each and are skipping with joy that is mooncupness. the little bags are really cute and the liitle blue ribbons are very pretty. but the actual moncup itself looks kind of scary and medical and we think they should come in different colours and maybe with sparkles. just because something is useful doesn't mean it can't be pretty too. Other than this we think mooncups are fabulous and are currently attempting to convert all our friends to the wonder of mooncups.

kitty and bernadette

p.s. would it be possible to get some more stickers. I made the foolish mistake of getting my new mooncup out to show my sister while in a bar with some friends and some of the boys decided they wanted to wear the stickers."

"I've been using the moon cup now for a while now. At first it was weird to use, as I have always been used to tampons and towels, (which made me have a lot of problems!). I never thought there was any alternative.

But after I got used to it, the mooncup made me feel unbelievable happy. I felt FREE!!!!!!!!! It made me feel so alive, that I did not have to worry about having a period, the one thing about being a women that we all truely hate. My period used to rule my life!!!!!! NO MORE !!!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE MOONCUP!!!"

Nemo

"I’d just like to say how pleased I am with my mooncup. This is the first period I have used it for and the only problem I can see with it is I keep forgetting its there! One of the reasons I decided to try it was to save damage to the environment, but I also thought it would be a good for when I am travelling. No more lugging bags of tampons etc., round in your rucksack. No more trying to find somewhere that actually stocks tampons if you are in certain countries or off the beaten track and no pollution to the countries you are visiting either. Its great!"

Jayne

"I have never ever contacted the seller of any product to express my thanks, but having just finished using mooncup for the first time this month I am contacting you to say a HUGE thankyou. I wish I had overcome my squeamishness years ago and used it before.

So could you please send me more of your leaflets and stickers as I think I have become pretty evangelical about it already! I am very keen to spread the word!"

Susan

"I've been using my mooncup for the first time these past few days and it seems to be working really well. Everything everyone says about it on your site is true!"

Jamie

"I just wanted to say how great the mooncup is. Since having my second child I have not been able to find a tampon that fits comfortably.
"My friend Jeanette suggested a mooncup and I would like to say a big 'thanks' to her. I am using the mooncup for the first time and I hardly know it's there. What a brilliant idea!"

Kate

"I recently purchased, and took delivery of, a type A mooncup. This is the first day I have used it, and I just wanted to let you know that I am VERY impressed! It was easy to use, and doesn't leak...even a bit! I just can't quite believe how good it is...no more tampons or sanitary towels...ever! I was wondering if you could send me some more adverts. I am a student, and there are MANY places I can think of to advertise the mooncup. I just hope that other people are as convinced and open to try new ideas as me. Why don't more people know about it?"

Fran

"I've been using the mooncup for 2 months and its great basically because it doesn't pollute the environment and its very cost effective in relation to other products. It does also make for an easier period and generally a more enjoyable one. Its comfortable to wear and I find I change it much less often than tampons, in fact its easy to forget its there."

Wendy

"I am very pleased with my Mooncup, and much happier with my periods! I have gone back to having a standard coil, which makes bleeding pretty heavy, so Tampax have never been too great, yet the cup copes just fine! However, I was a little shocked by volume! The leaflet says that the cup holds an ounce, which is roughly a third of the average total, yet my was full a good twelve times!! So, credit due to a great system - no going back for me! I am also amazed about the difference in terms of 'vaginal moisture' - never thought about it before really, but the difference is very appreciable and feels much healthier. I found the cup easy from the very first attempt, so feel my money was well spent - just need to convince a few others!"

Jacqueline

"Just wanted to let you know how great the mooncup is! I'm at college (training to be a priest) and have told the women about it and put the website on the group email (- even the chaps read it!) I'm on my second period with it now, and have given away the remainder of my sanitary towels and tampons today - I have lots more room in my drawer now too! Thank you for making these wonderful devices!"

Rachel

"Hurrah for the Mooncup!

I've been using it for about 7 months now and it's such a great thing. I first saw it advertised (or something very similar) in a magazine in New York last summer and was intrigued. Then at Glastonbury last year there was a little stand in the Green Fields and that's where I got my leaflet from.

I love the fact that I'm not flushing more things down the toilet, or adding to the mass of waste every house produces. I love the fact that it has undoubtably saved me money. It feels like the natural thing to do - to let the flow out rather than plug it or soak it up. I was a little squeamish at first, to be honest, but now actually find it fascinating to be able to observe just how much blood comes out of you.

I am proud to say I have converted one friend (and am working on others) and she, in turn, converted a friend of hers. Her friend's first mooncup didn't last very long as the dog chewed it up, but she immediately got another one!

Every woman should use this - it's the obvious and sensible thing!

Can I have some leaflets and some stickers to carry on my crusade please?

Thank you"

Alison

"I'd just like to say how pleased I am with my mooncup. I am now on my
third period with it and it seems to be working really well. Everything
about it on your website is true. It's great because it doesn't pollute the environment, it is cost effective and totally comfortable once you get used to it. (I did have trouble trying to get it out one time!!) Also it is good for travelling with - no more tampons popping out of your case all the time.

So could you please send me more of your leaflets and stickers as I am keen to spread the word!"

Laura

" hello, just needed to write to you and make a hugh deal about the mooncup. ive just finished my very heavy period, and used the mooncup all though it. its fabulous! ive never worn a tampon without it leaking. so i always need to use towels aswell. not with the mooncup. i used a panty liner just in case but i didnt need it. it was weird, it was like i wasnt on a period. i work in a large store and im going to tell everyone all about it. why isnt it available to buy in a regular shop like boots or a supermarket? anyway thanks for the mooncup. i will never use tampons again. "
larissa x

" I think the Mooncup is brilliant. I don't have to stuff my bag with towels and tampons; I don't have to stuff them in my pockets when going to the loo; When I travel, I don't have to calculate whether my period might start while I'm away and plan for that; I will never again be stuck in hospital and have to ask a friend to bring me some tampons next visit; I don't have to visit that aisle when shopping ... and it's SO much cheaper. Yeah. Thanks!"
Laura

"Thank you for my mooncup.

I originally bought it to use when running and swimming. I was brought up not to use tampons because of the risk of TSS and spent many teenage holidays trying not to explain why I couldn't go swimming etc etc. If only I'd known about the Mooncup then.

My initial plan had been to buy a Mooncup for occasional use when exercising/camping and to use washable towels for the majority of my period. However, I gave it a fair go during my first cycle, using disposable towels at night (I had not invested in the washable ones yet). By the end of the three month trial period I had given all my disposable products away and did not feel the need to buy the re-useable towels. I find it the best product I have ever used. It is not uncomfortable once in position, I have confidence that it will not leak and as so many of your other testimonials have said, it has given me a new sense of freedom. I do a lot of outdoor activities and knowing that all I need to carry is the Mooncup saves me an awful lot of planning. It's great when you are going on a night out too. No extra things to tuck into your handbag.

As an environmentalist concerned about sea pollution and with the forthcoming EU legislations on cutting household waste, it is really something that I wish more women would look to as a good alternative to disposables.

As an aside, my husband was really pleased when he found out it was made in the UK. He was a bit grossed out when I was sterilising it in the saucepan, but he's got used to that now.

I hope that Mooncup is here to stay. I shall certainly propose it to any girls I may have in the future.

Thank you again

Mercedes

PS - given that there is the EU landfill directive coming into effect over the next few years, it might be a good time for Mooncup to consider an advertising campaign to get the product into mainstream awareness. Most of my friends do not have the same concerns that I do and would go "Ick" if I broached the subject (I did once - there was a full scale argument over it). A product as good as yours should really be pushed to its full potential in my opinion. Also, it makes it seem a more palatable choice for those young people that would like to use it but are afraid of what their peers would say."

" I thought I would write and tell you how pleased I am with the Mooncup!

I must say that I wasn't sure about it to start with, but I love to
try new ways of making my life easier, especially when it comes to things that aren't at all easy to begin with!

OK, I'd say that when you first use it, it can be a little bit of a struggle getting it in. It isn't the smallest thing, but persevere and this is a minor skirmish compared to the money and the bother that you save by using it. I can't believe how it feels once it's in - or should I say, how it doesn't feel! You can't notice the thing at all, which always seems bizarre given its size.

It has to be said that the mooncup is about 283743537 times better than tampons - my periods are a little lighter than most, and with this in mind, I'm sure many ladies will know what I mean when I say I hate it when a tampon is 'still dry' and you try to take it out - ouch!! This is not at ALL a problem with the mooncup, and I particularly like how you can put it in when you think your period might be coming, and if it doesn't, there's no waste and no danger to yourself. (Especially if you have periods that come along really suddenly and without warning, like mine!)

It's also a nice relief to the conscience not having the worry of filling up bins/toilets with disposable sanitary products! The only disposables I ever use now are those tiny little pantyliners, which are nice if you just want it there "in case", they're cheap and they won't hurt to chuck in the bin. It's great to think how much I must be savng on those.

I'd like to cap this off by saying - girls, how many times can you go to the gym, work out for an hour and then sit in the jacuzzi for half an hour afterwards - all whilst on your period?! I don't think I could have done any of that without my mooncup, and I did just that very thing today!

I would definitely recommend this to anybody (I am currently trying to convince my mum to get one!) and I hope anybody reading this will at least give it a go!

Thanks,"
~Vicky

" just wanted to write saying a huge thankyou for this product! I find the whole moontime experience to be so much easier.It used to be such a pain having to remember to buy tampons as I only used organic ones and had a 12 mile round trip to buy them.Now I simply open my bathroom cabinet door! The mooncup has also given me a different perspective on my moontime and I feel more connected to this aspect of my feminine.So thankyou again, this product really is a delight"

Marsha x

"I ordered my mooncup about 4 months ago and I have to say I am now a complete convert! Why on earth did I ever use ill fitting tampons and bulky towels, the mooncup is fab!

After my first period using ii I couldnt wait till my next period to use it again!!!! I have to say it fitted well from the first time I used it, with no leaks at all, (although slightly sceptical I used it with a pad for the first time). I put all the stickers on the toilet doors at uni, I can't tell enough other women about it! Not only am I helping the environment (my initial reason for getting one), but I now feel more liberated

Many thanks once again!"

Bella

" I am just writing to express my support for the Mooncup. I have been living in Northern Spain for the last 15 years and came across the Mooncup quite by chance this Christmas while wandering around The Natural Grocery Store in my hometown of Cheltenham. After using it I am delighted. I have told all my friends and workmates about it and I believe that at least two have ordered a Mooncup through your website. I was pleased to find that the website has been partially translated into Spanish so my Spanish friends can also read up about it. I have also mentioned the Mooncup to a local shop and given them a leaflet in the hope that they may be interested in selling them. However I feel I would like to do more. I feel that not enough women, especially outside of the UK, are aware of your product and of all the benefits both for themselves and for the environment. As you say in your leaflet, the more women that use the Moocup the less tampons there are in the sea!
I was wondering how I could have discovered the Mooncup sooner and I have had a couple of ideas which I shall mention, although I feel sure they have already been considered by you and your team.
Would it be possible to persuade any of the large environmental organisations like Greenpeace or Friends of the Earth to take up the issue and spread the word? I have received leaflets from them in the past at the same time as their own circulars. I was disappointed to see that the Mooncup is not stocked by the Natural Collection catalogue, which I know about through my membership to Greenpeace, although they do sell Natracare sanitary products. Does the Mooncup get sold through Chemist's in the UK? Is there not another, established company that could take on large scale distribution of the Mooncup through Chemist's throughout Europe? I am sure that all this has been discussed at great length by your own marketing experts and do not imagine that my suggestions will be of much use. I only wish I had discovered the Mooncup before and would like to make as many people aware of this environmentally friendly and economic alternative to tampons.

Yours sincerely,"
Victoria

"Just an email to say how much I love my mooncup! It's only my first day using it, but I can safely say that so far I think it's absolutely wonderful! Had a few problems inserting & removing at first, but now I'm getting a bit more used to the cup (& myself - was never so 'hands on' before) it's becoming a lot easier. I can't believe I didn't try this earlier (time to start converting my flatmates & sister!)

Would it be possible for you to send me some more stickers? I have plans to plaster them around my University campus & spread the word.

Thanks,"
Jenn

"I have to say I do not often contact maufacturers after buying something but I have to in this case.....my Mooncup has changed my life.....well that time of the month anyway!

I ordered one and will admit I was a little sceptical but really wanted to give it a shot.....i'm all for more eco-friendly ideas for anything! Once getting used to using it the first month I am amazed - I honestly forget about it even being there! No more rustling in a public toilet, no more feeling like I am wearing a nappy at night with a huge "night-time
pad"!! That week of the month really used to rule my life....I'd arrange and cancel outings etc around it....NO MORE! So a HUGE thank you to Mooncup - it really has changed my life! THANK YOU!"

Laura