Hellcat Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 Has anyone on here actually used this device? I like the theory but it all sounds just a bit too messy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 Yes Helen. I posted a few up the list from here. As I said, Very impressed with how easy and clean it was: Easy to take out without spilling anything, just tipped it down the loo and used loo roll to wipe it out. Just wish mine weren't so heavy as taking it out so many times did make me a little sore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 Has anyone on here actually used this device? I like the theory but it all sounds just a bit too messy... I've used one for a while - it's fab, and a lot less messy than you might think. Honestly, I would recommend it to anyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellcat Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 OK. so getting down to details.... I'm not good at 'insertion' of any kind, especially fiddly lilets type things. Pessaries make me uncomfortable. How easy is it to put in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 helen, I had ago at inserting mine the other day, so that I'd be ready and it was easy after the first time (much like the other thing ), and I'm the same as you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 OK. so getting down to details.... I'm not good at 'insertion' of any kind, especially fiddly lilets type things. Pessaries make me uncomfortable. How easy is it to put in? The good thing is, you can practise loads without wasting anything, like you would if you were practising with tampons, for instance. It's FAB! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Try wetting it slightly before you start Helen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Cluck Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 I used for the first time a few weeks ago and found it very good. the only problems I had was at work (see my earlier posting on the subject). I too got a litte sore but I used a KY lubricant, although I have since found Durex do a small spray which fits in yr handbag. You must cut the stalk down to size for it to be comfortable and yes at first it was a bit arkward to put in and take out but everything comes with practice - my next time I will be a bit more confident in using it and yes I am very glad I made the change and yes I would definately recommend them. Lyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 I am going to have another practice when I get time to sterilise it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellcat Posted June 6, 2006 Share Posted June 6, 2006 Hmm.... Tempted. I'll have a think about it. I hate all the waste with the other way. What about at night? Is it any good then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 It's great at night - the first couple of nights I use it and use a towel, just in case of any leaks, but it really does hold a lot more than a tampon, so I have had minimal leaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 Her herm....does anyones mooncup slip a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 It can, occasionally, if you've not got it in correctly - it's like tampons - the muscles should hold it secure wothout you noticing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 Blimey, I must have muscles like Arnie then - I find it hard to get out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 I find it hard too - but it did slip a couple of times when I first starting using it, as I wasn't putting it in properly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 Yeah it's really good when it's in properly....but oooh when it's not It's only my second month so i'll get used to it, it's wonderful at night that's where i used to have problems!! I find it hard to get out too i found if you push the side you release the suction tho (nasty) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 I think that I might have to give up on mine I am finding it very hard to insert and remove and have been getting rather sore. It takes a lot of tugging and prodding to get it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Well iv'e finished today and i'm really pleased that iv'e stuck with it, it's so nice to not have to remember tampons where ever you are. I have also found that if you can remove it with the front coming out first (if that makes sence) it's alot less uncomfortable A little tip: WHEN STERILIZING REMEMBER TO REMOVE FROM SAUCEPAN BEFORE GUESTS ARRIVE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Oh dear! Sounds slightly awkward, Bunee! Did you have some explaining to do ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Fortunatley they are very good friends and we had a good old laugh about it and i think i may have coverted another!! So it wasn't all that bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 A little tip: WHEN STERILIZING REMEMBER TO REMOVE FROM SAUCEPAN BEFORE GUESTS ARRIVE I bet they were glad they weren't invited to lunch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Mooncup pie anyone?......... ooooh um no thanks we're full!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 You lot!!!! I had no idea this subject could be so hilarious!! I hope I still find it so funny when I try mine out in a few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 I hope that you get on ok Linda - I am afraid that I have given up on mine, which is a real shame as I so wanted to use one. I was speaking to the nurse when I went in for the old annual check up (she uses a Mooncup too) and she reckons that it's due to my muscle tone that it's so hard to put in and take out . oh well, I suppose that at least it's good news that my pelvic floor is in good nick, so I will just be senile in my old age rather than senile and incontinent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
