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\n\nIf you don’t yet know exactly what it is or how it differs from the cup, start with our complete guide to the menstrual disc: what it is and how it works<\/a>. Here we’ll focus only on the practical side: how it’s really used, step by step, and why it takes more practice than the cup.<\/p>\n\n The reason is purely mechanical. The menstrual cup works by suction: it opens, seals and gives you a fairly clear feeling of vacuum when it’s in place. The disc, on the other hand, doesn’t suck anything: it’s held only by its shape and by tucking in behind the pubic bone, in the vaginal fornix. Without that suction “signal”, it’s harder to tell whether it’s really in place, and removal \u2014since there’s no seal to break\u2014 depends entirely on the dexterity of your fingers.<\/p>\n\n Inserting it resembles the cup in the first movements, but differs in angle and depth:<\/p>\n\n Looking for something with a shorter learning curve?<\/strong> A menstrual cup works by suction and is much quicker to master than a disc. The Sileu Rose<\/a> (\u20ac19.99), in its Standard or Soft version, opens easily and is our most popular first cup; if your cervix is low, the Sileu Bell<\/a> (\u20ac14.99) is our shortest cup. Shipped from Spain in 24-72h.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n This is by far the step that takes the most practice and frustrates beginners the most. With no suction to break with a simple pinch, the whole maneuver depends on technique:<\/p>\n\n The good news is that, just like with the cup, this is purely manual practice. Most users who persevere notice a clear improvement from the second or third cycle, and by the fourth or fifth they handle it as easily as any other internal product.<\/p>\n\n Would you rather start with something easier to learn?<\/strong> The Sileu Starter Pack<\/a> (\u20ac21.99, sizes S and L) lets you find your cup size without two separate purchases. Shipped from Spain in 24-72h.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n There’s no single answer, but there is one question that usually decides it: do you need compatibility with penetrative sex during your period? If the answer is yes, the disc (or an alternative such as the sea sponge) has a clear advantage the cup doesn’t offer. If what you want is the shortest possible learning curve and you prefer the clear feeling of suction that confirms it’s in place, the cup is usually the more forgiving option to start with. You can go over this and other questions on our menstrual cup FAQ page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Many people, in fact, end up using both products depending on the moment: a cup for everyday use and a disc (or sponge) for days when they know they’ll be having sex. You don’t have to choose one forever.<\/p>\n\n As with the cup, a menstrual disc can be worn for up to 8-10 hours in a row, depending on your flow. On heavier days, check it more often, especially while you’re still working out its real capacity (which is usually somewhat higher than a cup’s, precisely because of its shape). Unlike a tampon, you don’t need to empty it every time you go to the bathroom: only when you sense the time is coming based on your usual flow.<\/p>\n\n A practical tip for the first few weeks: carry a spare or, if you have a menstrual cup, keep both options available depending on what you need that day. That way you don’t depend on mastering the disc technique first time to feel confident away from home.<\/p>\n\n If your disc is reusable, wash it with water and a specific mild soap between uses, and sterilize it by boiling between cycles, just as you would a menstrual cup \u2014the detailed process is in how to sterilize a menstrual cup<\/a>, which applies just as well to medical silicone discs\u2014. If it’s disposable, throw it away after a single use: it isn’t designed to be reused between cycles.<\/p>\n\n For intimate hygiene after removing it, avoid harsh soaps or vaginal douches: the pH of the area is delicate. MedlinePlus information on feminine intimate hygiene<\/a> recommends lukewarm water and, at most, a specific mild soap.<\/p>\n\n Beyond the basic technique, there are a few small adjustments that make a noticeable difference to how quickly you get used to the disc:<\/p>\n\n One last important point: if the disc resists you in your first attempts, it doesn’t mean your body “isn’t compatible” with it, or that you’re less dexterous than other people. It’s simply a new manual skill that improves with repetition, just like learning to insert a tampon or a cup for the first time \u2014something we’ve already covered in our article on the most common myths about the menstrual cup<\/a>, many of which apply to the disc too\u2014. Give it at least three cycles before deciding whether it’s the product for you.<\/p>\n\n If in the end you prefer a gentler learning curve:<\/strong> the Sileu Rose<\/a> (\u20ac19.99) or the Sileu Sea sponge<\/a> (\u20ac9.99, compatible with penetration) are two alternatives in our range. Shipped from Spain in 24-72h.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n Fold it by pinching the two sides of the flexible ring together, insert it at a downward angle, back and down, until it tucks in behind the pubic bone, and remove it by hooking the front rim with your index finger and pulling it out level to avoid spills.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Because it doesn’t work by suction like a cup; it’s held only by its shape and position in the vaginal fornix. Without the clear signal of a suction seal, both telling whether it’s properly placed and removing it without spilling depend entirely on manual dexterity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Most users notice a clear improvement from the second or third cycle, and by the fourth or fifth cycle they usually handle it as easily as any other internal menstrual product.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The key is to keep it as level as possible while removing it, as if carrying a tray, instead of tilting it vertically. Practicing over the toilet or in the shower the first few times helps you master the movement without surprises.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Yes, it’s one of its main advantages over the menstrual cup. Because it sits in the vaginal fornix, above the canal where penetration happens, it’s compatible with sex during your period.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Keep reading:<\/strong><\/p> “I bought it all excited and the first two times I ended up with stained hands, swearing I’d never try again”: it’s a comment we hear far more often about the menstrual disc than about the cup. It isn’t that the disc is a bad product; it’s that using a menstrual disc requires a different […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":105935,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[50912],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-105927","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-foundations-discovery"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/105927","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=105927"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/105927\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":106176,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/105927\/revisions\/106176"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/105935"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=105927"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=105927"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sileu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=105927"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Why using a menstrual disc is harder at first<\/h2>\n\n
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\n\nHow to insert a menstrual disc step by step<\/h2>\n\n
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How to remove a menstrual disc without spilling<\/h2>\n\n
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The most common mistakes when using a menstrual disc<\/h2>\n\n
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When to choose a disc and when a cup, if you have to decide<\/h2>\n\n
How long can you wear a menstrual disc?<\/h2>\n\n
Care and hygiene after each use<\/h2>\n\n
Tricks to make the learning curve easier<\/h2>\n\n
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The technique can be learned: it isn’t about being “good with your hands” or not<\/h2>\n\n
How do you use a menstrual disc step by step?<\/h3>\n
Why does a menstrual disc take more practice than a menstrual cup?<\/h3>\n
How long does it take to learn to use a menstrual disc properly?<\/h3>\n
How do you stop a menstrual disc from spilling when you take it out?<\/h3>\n
Can you use a menstrual disc during sex?<\/h3>\n