Guest Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 Olly, last month I only used the disabled loo at work. We have one bloke with a dodgy hand but I've never seen him use that loo and I don't think there are any other disabled staff. Also if you were disabled, wheelchair bound or a little weak you could never use the one in the staffroom as the door is dodgy. To get it closed you have to hold the handle with both hands and then pull with all your weight behind it! Of course any severely disabled staff would hate our staffroom, the seating area is up 4 stairs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little chickadee Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Just read this and ordered one! Thanks Claret for putting a link to this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Mine arrived yesterday! No problems using it (3 days into period) but I have had to cut virtually all the stem off - it was pretty uncomfortable until I did. I can still feel it constantly but I think that's a design fault in me rather than it . Will reserve judgement until I use it for a whole period but even though it's a bit uncomfortable (especially when standing up) it can't be any worse than tampons and pads. (Yet to try it for a step class or a run .) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 ...but I have had to cut virtually all the stem off - iquote]Yes, I did too Vicki, you don't even need a stem to use it. Last month was my 1st time and I felt quite aware of it the first day or two, then just didn't notice, it just settled down. By then I felt incredibly liberated, I wish I'd discovered it before. I felt far less sluggish and felt quite efficient at using it by the end of the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Almost completed a period using it and just wanted to say - it's brilliant! Anybody hesitating - go for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanbb Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Have ordered. Will keep you updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Recently I had to go back to "pads" with the problems I have had- it was not a pleasant experience at all. i'll be ok to use my mooncup from now on. Well done Susanbb- we're all sure you'll love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanbb Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I'm really impressed as I only ordered it the other day and they delivered it this morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 Let us know how you get on . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Just started using mine seems a doddle so far, can't feel a thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Just started using mine seems a doddle so far, can't feel a thing Great . (I could "feel a thing" but still liked using it over the alternatives!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicano Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 I have a confession to make... I bought one of these a few months ago, and it is still sitting in a drawer! Apart from being a bit scared of it, I suddenly wondered if it might not be suitable for someone who has had an op for endometriosis before. Anyone know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Hmm, don't know about that. I wouldn't have thought it would matter (but admit I don't know much about the op). If you have it anyway, why don't you just try it out & see how you get on? Use it towards the end of a period - it's easier while you get the hang of it. I was a bit scared of mine when it arrived but you soon bung it in without thinking . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 It may be best to contact their customer services dept as they have probably been asked this before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 I'm sure I read about endometriosis on their site and it was OK. The main thing is to make sure it is emptied regularly. I got talking to a colleague about these this morning and she went on line straightaway and ordered one! The Omlet effect! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 The Omlet effect! Not again . Not as easy to recommend to people as a steamer however . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 The Omlet effect! Not again . Not as easy to recommend to people as a steamer however . Oh....I don't know! I've told people at work about them and certainly one colleague has bought one and liked it. My sister and niece also have them. Can't persuade my daughter though. I wonder how many people Martin has recommended them to? He has admitted to lurking on this thread. Well why not....its all part of life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Too right, the girls at school think its "disgusting". I try really hard with them too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChookieCaz Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Too right, the girls at school think its "disgusting". I try really hard with them too. Isn't the whole monthly business a bit disgusting anyway? We just have to find the best way we can to cope with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 I do try and point that out to them but when they see the picture they think it soooo big! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 I do try and point that out to them but when they see the picture they think it soooo big! They'll learn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicano Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Thanks everyone! I've Googled, and it seems that the endometriosis thing is a bit controversial (mainly because no-one really knows what causes it). Some sites (including Mooncup itself) say it is safe, but there appears to be a bit of a 'one man band' movement in the US saying it isn't. All the sites keep making comparisons between tampons and the Mooncup, but I gave up on tampons years ago, so it isn't relevant to me whether the Mooncup is safer for endo than tampons. I wish I'd never bought it now - honestly didn't think about it until afterwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 They'll learn. These are year 11 girls - I do try and point out to them that they'll learn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Thanks everyone! I've Googled, and it seems that the endometriosis thing is a bit controversial (mainly because no-one really knows what causes it). Some sites (including Mooncup itself) say it is safe, but there appears to be a bit of a 'one man band' movement in the US saying it isn't. All the sites keep making comparisons between tampons and the Mooncup, but I gave up on tampons years ago, so it isn't relevant to me whether the Mooncup is safer for endo than tampons. I wish I'd never bought it now - honestly didn't think about it until afterwards. The Mooncup website says **this**. I'd try it out. No two people are the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 I have Endo and have used a Mooncup for about 6 years now. It's so much better than Tampons and I seem to get less pain with it too. Different folk need different solutions but I would give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
