Lena Sensitive Menstrual Cup - Size Large - Ultra-Soft Reusable Silicone Period Cup for Sensitive Anatomy, 12-Hour Comfort, Gentle & Leak-Free Protection (LC-LENA-C-L)

This review will be lengthy and detailed. If you're unable to discuss menstrual processes, please discontinue reading. Packaging: It comes in an easy to open box, with a cloth pouch to keep the cup dust free. I store it in the pouch inside the box. Instructions: They are included in a booklet and very plainly written. The explanations are also thorough and the recommendations for how to fold and insert the cup into the vaginal canal are very useful. Read through the booklet before use, as there are some tips and suggestions that I found extremely helpful. You might as well. Keep in mind that if you vary slightly from what the book explains, that is fine. All bodies are different, and you may need to adjust your method accordingly. Product: The cup is made of soft silicone. It's flexible and very sturdy. You will see a series of small holes at the top under the lip of the cup; those are for suction. You may assume the strength of the material will feel uncomfortable, but it is most definitely not. The bottom of the cup has an elongated nib used to position and pull the cup forward. It's also useful for insertion, to guide the cup into the most comfortable and best position to catch your flow. It is no longer than an average tampon and the width of the opening is not large. First Use: I washed the cup thoroughly with hot water and anti bacterial soap. The silicone bends and flexes incredibly well and I spent some time trying the flexibility before insertion. The booklet recommends trying the cup before your period to determine the best method for insertion, the depth and also to let one test out how to fit the cup without the mess of blood everywhere. I did this and was able to work with the "7 fold" the best. Use with Menstrual Cycle: Again, I washed the cup thoroughly with hot water and antibacterial soap and folded it into the shape of a 7, inserted with a leg propped up. I was luckily in the shower, so this was an extremely convenient time to start my period. Once inside, I had to insert a finger to move the fold over and then the nib to move the entire cup into place. It conformed to walls of my canal nicely and the flex of the silicone meant I could leave the nib out a bit and it is not uncomfortable. I slept through the entire night with no leaks. The booklet recommends removal for cleaning and dumping the blood no more than every 12 hours, which is perfect for me. Removal goes as such - relaxed muscle, find nib and move side to side, push muscles as one would expect to have to do during the birthing process, find the ribbed butt of the cup, SQUEEZE (I put that in caps because if you don't pinch the bottom of the cup, you are not going to be able to remove the cup at all and that could potentially tear the vaginal tissue so please remember to squeeze) and pull "bottom first" meaning you want to pull it out so that your blood will flow into the toilet. I noticed a ring of tissue around the rim, which is to be expected as discharge during period is quite normal. Please note that your blood should not have the usual period smell, but rather a slightly metallic odor and your blood may be black or a very dark red as the cells die quickly. Clean with soap and hot water, ensuring a thorough rinse and then insert as you had the first time. You're solid for 12 hours. Observations: I am 36, no kids. My vaginal canal is still rather small, and I found the larger size to be slightly uncomfortable, causing a very mild pressure in my abdomen. I cannot say for certain that this is due to the cup, as I generally get that feeling during my period, however. The product is not difficult to use, but relaxing and concentration are a must. I chose not to cup the nib at all, as I find it very useful when removing. The cup cleans easily as water and blood tend to bead right off. I have experienced no other discomfort, and am very happy to be pad and tampon free. Pros: There is no uncomfortable "period" feeling as with pads or tampons. I do not worry about odor, or soaking through a tampon, bleeding through my pants or ruining my underwear. I also don't have the uncomfortable tampon fit, which is wonderful! no panty liner, which is also great. The nib does not stick out at all and I basically don't feel anything unusual. I sincerely wish I purchased this ages ago. Do yourself a favor and purchase a cup, if not this exact brand. There is a customer service line, and they have a website with some amazing feedback and reviews. Con: I bought the large, and while it is a tad too big, I was concerned about the seal not working and this seemed ideal. I have a condition wherein my bladder lining is inflamed, causing me to feel the urge to urinate all the time. The cup makes it slightly worse, but it's not unbearable. And that's nothing against the cup itself, but my own condition. I will not be using pads or tampons again if I can help it.

Very finnicky menstrual cup user here. Very sensitive (have vulvodynia). I've used cups over the course of a couple years once my cycles came back postpartum. I've used S**oon Cup and Blos**m Cup, and now this Lena sensitive one. S**oon Cup was very stiff, uncomfortable for me, could only wear for a couple of the first days of a period without irritation. I found Blos**m Cup after that and it was much more flexible and comfortable. I tossed it when I got pregnant because I had used it quite a while and then it would be sitting there for like 18 months unused and I wanted to start out fresh when I got period again. Well, I finally had a chance to use this Lena Sensitive. My last baby was huge so I figured even though I'm petite, I should go with the Size 2 as I imagine things got relaxed internally. It was a good choice for me. I steam sterilize it with Pixie Cup Sterilizer. PROS: - unbelievably soft and flexible, even the rim - silicone is smoother, not as matte finish as others, which makes it easier to clean and rinse - has three prominent rings at the base to get a grip with fingers when removing (the ridges you don't feel at all) - has excellent suction - easy to clean, no had to wash areas (stem area is solid if you snip it off so nothing collects in there) - the size 2 has good capacity, no leaks or overflows on heavy days CONS: - the stem (this is a problem for me with all cups, so I snipped it off right away because it felt not good; however, technically the stem is very flexible if you don't have sensitivity problems, don't worry the rings give you enough grip to easily remove without the stem) - the cup does have some length, but not excessively, but I seem to have a higher cervix Highly recommend this cup! Make sure you just relax when you insert it because I had not good luck getting it to open if I wasn't relaxed. Great success just starting over and relaxing, quite good seal. I can't feel it at all when it is in.

This is a must for heavy bleeders or those with sensitivities. I can finally sleep through the night, confidently go out and not worry about being on my period, and feel cleaner about it. It does take a few tries at first, but once you get used to it it is a much more comfortable alternative. The cup is easy to clean, easy to take with you, and easier on the body. This cup is soft and flexible (better for severe cramps) and durable.

I ordered a L based on looking into the cup & customer service agreement. I’m a first time user but have watched many YouTube videos and googling etc. This cup seems to sit on my bladder, making urinating very slow. It doesn’t always pop & requires a lot of fiddling (pressing the walls to try make extra room for it to expand). I’ve tried the different fold methods, inserting lower and higher (it couldn’t go any lower without it showing!). Emptying several times a day to try and get used to it or to correct leaking (cup not full) Customer service went over a few techniques to try, which I have done. I’d like to try the Small cup as I’ve read these issues could be due to incorrect size & I’d also like to try it on lighter days, but seems that they actually want L returned to them although it’s been used!! Apparently it will be destroyed but that is completely gross and something I’m definitely not comfortable with! I went with this brand for their 100% satisfaction guarantee - but I’m not satisfied at all. Edit::: They have now offered a full refund so I can purchase the size S without returning the L. The S has been great, it doesn’t press on my bladder & actually unfolds so much easier

I immediately liked this cup when I opened the package. It seems like good quality, is smooth and soft. It also comes with a cute little carrying bag. This was my first time using a menstrual cup, and with the informative instructions I was able to get the hang of it pretty quickly. Despite the material being soft, I had no troubles getting it to pop open. The cup was really comfortable, I never even felt it while it was in. The problem is that, even after a few cycles of trying, I could never get the cup to seal. It would start leaking and upon emptying the cup I would see that it was only about half full. I could use the cup, but on my first two cycle days I would have to empty the cup way more frequently than I’d like too. It’s just too messy to have to empty multiple times when I’m out and about, especially in a public restroom. I believe that due to my body shape and the fact that I have a very low cervix coupled with a heavy flow, this just wasn’t the right cup for me. I am still giving this product 4 stars, though, because I do believe this is a good beginner cup for most people. It’s just that in my particular situation it didn’t work out. Also, Lena customer service was exceptional. They really worked with me to troubleshoot and help me figure out the problem.