Details Meet the DivaCupEco-friendly, cost-effective, comfortable and leak-free.The menstrual cup that's been revolutionizing the period game for over 15 years.Model 0 For those new to the world of periods or 18 years of age or younger. Wear up to 8-hrs. Comfortable, reusable, and eco-friendly. Smaller than DivaCup Model 1 by 1/8th inch in diameter. 100% medical grade silicone. Latex, BPA, plastic, dye and chemical free. Made in Canada. Direction for Use Read the enclosed instructions before use. Below is a summary of the enclosed instructions: Step 1: FoldFold Option 1 "U Fold": Press the sides of the cup together and then fold it in half again forming a tight “U” shape.Fold Option 2 "Push Down": Place a finger on the top rim of the cup and press it down into the center of the inside base to form a triangle. This makes the top rim much smaller to insert.Step 2: HoldHold the folded sides firmly in place between your thumb and forefinger so that the curved edge is facing away from your palm (or so that the stem is facing your palm).Step 3: InsertIn a comfortable position and with your vaginal muscles relaxed, gently separate the labia with your free hand and then push the curved edge of the folded DivaCup horizontally into the vaginal opening so that the tip of the stem is no further than a 1.27cm (1/2 inch) into the vagina. Inserting The DivaCup too high in the vaginal canal may cause leaks, and may also make removal more difficult. Step 4: Seal and RotateGrip the base of the cup (not the stem) and turn the cup one full rotation (360 degrees) in either direction or insert the cup about half way, turn the cup one full rotation and then push it horizontally in the rest of the way. The DivaCup must rotate easily as this ensures that it is fully open and that it is positioned horizontally towards your tailbone.Step 5: RemovalTo remove, pull gently on the stem of The DivaCup until you can reach the base of the cup. Pinch the base of the cup to release the seal and continue to pull down to remove it. After the cup has been removed, empty the contents in the toilet, wash The DivaCup well with warm water and The DivaWash, or a mild unscented water-based (oil-free) soap, and reinsert.When to EmptyThe DivaCup must be emptied, washed and reinserted at least 2 times a day (twice in a 24 hour period) and can be worn overnight without concern of leaking. Most women need only to empty it in the morning and again in the evening.By monitoring the fullness of the cup over a couple of cycles, you will quickly learn how often to empty it according to your specific needs. Most women find that the cup is not even half full after 12 hours. For those with heavier flows, the cup is simply emptied more often.If you have a fairly regular cycle, you may insert The DivaCup right before your period to avoid spotting. Cautions/Contra-Indications Carefully follow the directions in the User Guide provided.If you have any medical concerns or conditions, please speak to your healthcare provider prior to using the DivaCup.There is no known increased risk of yeast infections with the use of menstrual cups. However, if you have a vaginal infection, it is best to discontinue use of the DivaCup until the infection has cleared up completely.Never use your DivaCup at the same time that you are using a topical medication in your vaginal area. The medication may compromise the silicone of your DivaCup and ruin it.The DivaCup should not be used for postnatal bleeding. Please contact your physician before using any internal period care product after childbirth.
