Can you really pass out from your menstrual cup? When I heard that Kristen Bell literally passed out while removing her menstrual cup I had to read the article. Turns out, there are many articles. Then, I hat to watch the video. Kristen Bell, a glowing actress, describes how she got her DivaCup “stuck” and “suctioned to the wrong part” of…
The Red Pee
The Red Pee I grew up in a family that didn’t talk. We didn’t talk about most things and especially didn’t talk about bodily functions. I knew that even uttering the word vagina or period under any circumstances was absolutely not acceptable and even as a grown woman I know not to mention anything of the sort. To me, this…
What is a Green Vagina + How Green is Yours?
What is a Green Vagina + How Green is Yours? When I started this website I struggled with the name. I considered a lot of options but decided to go bold. Go big or go home right? I wanted to focus on eco-friendly and toxin-free products and habits for one of the most sensitive, sacred and vascular parts of the…
Giveaway – Enter to win a set of Öko-pads & Öko-pads liners!
Giveaway – Enter to win a set of Öko-pads & Öko-liners! Have you tried reusable pads? They are one of my favorite zero-waste products! They’re comfortable, absorbent and unlike disposable pads, toxin-free and eco-friendly! Öko-pads and liners are Made in Canada using hemp and organic cotton with a organic cotton laminated/waterproof backing. These pads are trim, absorbent and snap securely around your…
Tampax Menstrual Cup Review – Slam Dunk or Try Again?
Tampax Menstrual Cup Review – Slam Dunk or Try Again? When I saw a friend announce that a Tampax menstrual cup would be released in October of 2018, I had mixed feelings. For starters, menstrual cups are not a new invention. The first menstrual cup was patented by Leona Chalmers in 1937 and even the Moon Cup has been around since…
Cruelty-Free Menstrual Cup Brands
Cruelty-Free Menstrual Cup Brands The first time someone mentioned cruelty-free menstrual cups to me I needed a moment to process. Menstrual cups are environmentally-friendly products used for menstruation in humans. How could a menstrual cup not be cruelty-free? To my shock and surprise, I learned that not all menstrual cup brands avoid animal testing including the materials like silicone and dyes…
What is Vulvodynia – When Sex Hurts
What is Vulvodynia – When Sex Hurts The Mayo Clinic defines Vulvodynia (vul-voe-DIN-e-uh) as “chronic pain or discomfort around the opening of your vagina (vulva) for which there’s no identifiable cause and which lasts at least three months.” (1) However, what this doesn’t tell you is how it impacts the lives of persons with vulvodynia and what living with this…
Don’t Let This Happen to Your Menstrual Cup
Don’t Let This Happen to Your Menstrual Cup When it comes to reusable menstrual cups one of the first questions users ask is; How do I clean a menstrual cup? Because it’s worn inside, like a tampon, it’s important to make sure that it stays germ-free to avoid the potential risk for infection. There are several ways to clean a menstrual…
Should I Take My Menstrual Cup Out to Poop?
Should I Take My Menstrual Cup Out to Poop? Like many menstrual cup users, I didn’t think about taking my cup out to poop until the time came. I was headed to the toilet when I realized that I had my menstrual cup in. On no, I thought. I wondered, should I take my menstrual cup out to poop? When…
UltuCup Giveaway – 3 Winners! Open to USA ends 10/14
Have you tried a reusable menstrual cup? Maybe you’ve tried one and you know that you need a shorter or longer cup or perhaps one that holds more volume. UltuCup has you covered! UltuCup has 3 sizes including Model 1, Model 1 and a low cervix version. They are Made in the USA with an Eco-Friendly approach that goes all…