For Females-Eco Friendly Periods

“If you haven�t tried the diva cup, check it out. This little thing is great for handling that time of the month.

http://www.rei.com/product/779113
http://www.rei.com/product/779114

Once you have mastered the insertion, you will have no leaks. It can be emptied 2-3 times and can be worn up to 12 hours. It also has no impact on the environment. Feminine hygiene disposal is a problem worldwide: over 12 billion sanitary pads and 7 billion tampons are dumped into landfills in the US along each year the U.S. along. I will say don�t plan to buy and use it without having some time to get use to it and your body, it�s not like other feminine products. This is somewhat similar to inserting a diaphragm, but easier and it doesn�t seem go in as far. For places where there is no running water like backpacking, be sure to carry some wipes with you. It comes with instructions for insertion and removal. Be sure to read the removal instructions. If having problems with removal, use the �bear down� technique. It's worth a try if your looking for something different. I love it!”

“Bring antiseptis wipes or in the winter (wipes freeze) antiseptic soap (carried in a warm pocket) and a super towel. Always be aware of toxic shock syndrome.

Doug”

“"...over 12 billion sanitary pads and 7 billion tampons are dumped into landfills..."

Good. That is what landfills are designed for. Let's face it - we have waste. Don't let anyone fool you - landfills work magnificently.

The problem is the feminine things that get flushed down toilets. Sewage treatment facilities do not address this problem as well as landfills.”

“Always be aware of toxic shock syndrome.
According to the information there is no risk of toxic shock syndrome, but if you have ever had toxic shock syndrome, they recommend to not use it.

Plus less weight/supplies you have to carry while backpacking and less to pack out.
last edited: 4/21/09 8:15:56 AM”

“I haven't bought a pad or tampon in 12 years. Saves TONS of money.
Note: antibacterial soaps, wipes should not be used w/ this product. Just regular soap.”

“Note: antibacterial soaps, wipes should not be used w/ this product. Just regular soap.
Sassafras is correct.
Using antibacterial soaps could destroy a woman's natural flora which could lead to problems like yeast infections.
last edited: 4/21/09 9:02:50 AM”

“I'm all for anything that is leakproof...”

“It can be emptied 2-3 times

exactly where do ya empty it????”

“Has anyone used one of those funnels for peeing standing up?”

““It can be emptied 2-3 times

exactly where do ya empty it????”
divinity

Toilet, cathole dug for, anywhere else the contents will biodegrade nicely.

Preferably nowhere near camp in bear country. :o”

“I can't believe REI actually carries a menstrual product.”

“I don't know if I'd be brave enough to use that contraption.”

“I'm a little confused by this statement...

"2 models have been developed to meet the needs of every woman: Model 2 is for women over 30 years old and/or for women who have delivered vaginally or by C-section"

I'm 31...does this mean my anatomy is the same as a woman who has delivered vaginally??? I can't imagine that turning 30 stretches your vagina as much as an infant! Honestly, I didn't feel a thing when I turned 30. :)”

“Apparently they think there is some slackening of the pelvic floor muscles as we age, with or without birthing vaginally.

Kegels eh? Keepin' 'em spiffy.

I'm pretty sure cracking walnuts with ones hooha is just as easy at 30 as it is at 29. ;)”

“I jsut turned 30 and I can still crack nuts so I think I'm ok.”

“is this thing better than Instead Cups?”

“Personally I like the diva cup better than the instead cups. It's less messy and easier to insert and remove. It's along the same idea but holds more and needs removed and cleansed less frequently.”

“When I purchased my Keeper it was simply a matter of if you had given birth or not, not age.”

“I thought this was the ultimate menstrual solution?

”

“ok, cause i thought 'Instead' accidents were a huge btch. wasn't impressed by them at all.

course not that this whole conversation matters much to me anymore, LOL! i very rarely need product.”

“Here ya go Spirit, choose one for Earth Day:

http://www.lovemycup.com/comparisons.htm

The Mooncup is even registered with the Vegan Society. huh.”

“Do yall pee stannin up?�
~sunnylaydee

No. In less ther is verry much sno on the groun and I do not want my cooter to get VERRY CODE! BOL!”