Handstand like a Diva. I’m on Day 4 of using the Diva Cup. I was advised to try another brand if I didn’t like the Diva. Luckily, it’s been a great fit and very comfy so far. I like the feeling of not creating more waste, but I completely understand how many people must use disposables. Here’s a brief account of the past 4 days. Day 1 - Boiled the cup. I was nervous, so I read the instructions 20 million times. After testing out different bodily positions for insertion, I liked sitting on the toilet the best. The triangle fold of the cup prior to insertion (not the U fold) is better for me. Removing the cup is painful! Day 2 - I was warned by a yoga friend that I might lose the suction right after inverting, which means blood would leak out. She advised that I empty the cup right before practice to possibly prevent that. I emptied the cup beforehand. I inverted. No leaking. But it’s possible that I didn’t leak because I couldn’t hold a handstand to save my life. (I don’t have strength for handstands during the 1st two days.) Pooping was anxiety-inducing because I was afraid I would poop out the cup. It was fine. Cup stayed in. Day 3 - Removing the cup is no longer painful because I decided to follow the instruction booklet which suggests moving the cup from side to side while pulling it out. I pull it out from my left side while pinching it. Day 4 is today. Celebrating with a handstand and apples and peanut butter. Can someone please come over and do my laundry??? #menstruation #divacup #gravitysurfing #likeadiva #laundryforeternity https://www.instagram.com/p/B4aVSkIAFvI/?igshid=1tumom5e17wxl
