But using a menstrual cup comes with quite the learning curve.

For instance,Women’s Healthhas 10 of the best cups that you could currently get on Amazon.

EvenThe New York Timespublished a piece on what they consider to be the best menstrual cups.

Black woman holding a menstrual cup

Also, be prepared to wear a light pad with your cup until you’ve mastered how toavoid leakage.

If it took your entire index finger to reach it, you have a high cervix.

If the distance is 44 millimeters (1.6 inches) or lower, you have a low cervix."

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All of this is important to know because different menstrual cups are made to accommodate different types of cervixes.

Also, board certified gynecologistDr.

Elena Rodriguezhas her own YouTube channel.

reproductive organs diagram

One of her videos explains why she’s a fan of theDivaCup(another popular menstrual cup brand).

For instance, there are some that containsuction (air) holesand some that don’t.

of your cup comes in.

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First, pinch the base of your cup to release the suction.

Then gently twist it and use the bottom of your cup to pull it out.

Then fold your cup, pinch it and insert it like a tampon.

menstrual cup with suction holes

Sherry Ross, M.D., women’s health expert and author, takes a slightly different approach.

It’s a simple step that can make a significant difference.

Just ensure that you also do some thorough research where period panties come into play.

woman folding a menstrual cup

That’s because your flow can be different throughout your cycle (viaHealthline).

Do lots of research.

Have a few different ones in your stash.

woman pinching

Be patient with the learning process.

panties with a pad in them

some menstrual cups and a tampon