Cora Menstrual Cup (Size 1)

Before this one I've experienced only one other cup brand and it was a pretty basic bell shaped one that sells at a way lower cost. I took so much time researching cup info, reviews, and comparing cups.. (As well as how to measure my cervix. The knuckle rule is helpful 👀 !) I felt that with my cervix being on the lower side and having had a baby that this cup would work very well because the rim is apparently a bit larger than most/many others and the cup is a bit on the shorter side compared to others as well. Don't be fooled by that though, it can catch a flow! Pads and tampons just make it seem like we women leak way more than we do! Lol. With that said, though, it may not be the best option for anyone with a super heavy flow, but still could work for the lighter days 🤷🏻‍♀️ I do have my heavier days, but not so heavy. Anyway, upon first use I was highly satisfied that this cup was much more flexible than the first I'd tried (for easy insertion and removal!), it also has a bit of a dent on it for an easier folding process (mostly when removing it), and it's just firm enough at the rim for it to pop into place once inside. I even felt the pop & suction 👀 👌🏼, which was very satisfying and gave me instant assurance lol. Even so! I had bought myself some period underwear just in case. I'm a first-timer with such a thing haha, but lemme tell you it is worth getting yourself some of those just to feel extra comfortable and safe that in case of any possible leakage you know "you're covered." & if there's no leakage, they're still comfy for those red days 👍🏼 But! The days don't even feel red in this thing anyway bc the trash doesn't fill up with stinky wet ones and there's no leaky feeling down the butt cheeks :D JUST make sure you feel that suction and you're golden, but you gotta relax with it just like with putting in a tampon (& I learned that late in the game too 😗). If you've made it this far down my review, just wanna say I hope it's been helpful! I know there are many new to the cup life, such as myself. Just wanna also add that the tip is long enough to grip easily for removal and I appreciate the ridges on it for an easier grip as well (I avoid having my nails too long though 👀), but if you feel like it's too long you can cut it. All the best!

This is my first menstrual cup and overall it has been a very positive experience with the Cora cup. I think the Cora cup was a great cup to use for a first timer. I did a lot of research and watched a lot of videos about others experiences with menstrual cups and doing so made me worried about the kind of horror stories I might have myself. Especially in terms of messy leaks. I was excited to try out a menstrual cup nonetheless. Cora was fantastic because they provide very clear instructions on how to use and insert cup, providing alternative methods of how to fold cup for insertion. I was able to get the cup in on the first try, which as much as I believe in my abilities, I was not expecting to be a success at this. The cup was incredibly comfortable, I couldn't even feel that it was in once inserted and suctioned on. Even better, no leaks. My biggest hurdle was removing the cup, that was slightly difficult. I blame this on my body more than the cup though. Like the insertion instructions, Cora provides detailed instructions on how to remove the cup. I was glad I read the instructions first, because they really have good pointers in terms of how to remove cup and what to do if you run into difficulties. The cup is designed well to allow ease in removable. There are nice grips on the stem and a nice finger grip at the base of the cup. I think I just have a high cervix so the cup drifted up a bit which made retrieving the stem a task in itself. But I followed the removal instructions and the tip provided for just this scenario and was able to remove and without making a horrible mess. I have used the cup for three menses to date and I am converted. I love this cup and don't see myself turning back to the days of tampons. I would recommend the Cora cup for menstrual cup beginners and veterans alike.

I was a first time cup user attempting to reduce my plastic waste. I did A LOT of research and wanted to be sure I got something close to the right size and firmness for my body. Most of the articles, quizzes, and my own pouring over website information pointed me to the Cora cup. I'm very athletic, over 35, and haven't had any children. I got the smallest size. Insertion went fine, and I always had some trouble getting it to open. Then came the worst part... holy mother of God did this mofo HURT to remove. A glut for punishment, I tried removal in every way recommended - including in the shower - but it always felt like this cup was trying to take all of the tissue off my vaginal wall. So painful! After no less than 10 attempts, I finally gave up. I gave 4 stars because I do think this is an excellent option, it just didn't work for me. Turns out I have a very strong pelvic floor. Who knew? I ended up later purchasing a Hello. cup in extra small (the smallest on the market I think?) which was the right fit for me.

I love this cup! It goes in easily and is easy to open. I use the punch down fold then once inserted I squeeze the base a couple of times to get it to open. The only thing I don't like about the cup is the stem because it is sometimes uncomfortable but you can easily trim it. This cup is easy to remove by just grabbing the base and breaking the seal. The cup is soft but the rim easily opens. The company failed in terms of packaging. There is no mention of capacity on the boxes which is a downside. You have to seek out the information on the FAQS part of their website to find which is a hassle and might sway people away from the cup who need the capacity information. Size 1 is 22 ml and Size 2 is 28 ml. Also, a lot of companies have added their name to the cup bag as a side tag which is great marketing. This cup bag is plain black cotton with the company's insignia in the corner. I like the simplicity but if someone posted a picture of the cup inside the bag without mentioning the brand it would be hard to find. I can honestly recommend this cup if this is your first time using a cup however since it falls on the short side it may not be the best for those who have a super-high cervix or those who have trouble reaching their cup. I have a medium-high cervix and I have no trouble reaching and removing the cup.

Cora is my first cup ever. I started with the larger size as it is advertised for people who have been pregnant before(9 years ago, so I should have known I needed the smaller one). I was frustrated at first with getting it in and definitely getting it out. I even requested help to get it out from my husband in the first month. It felt big to me and I felt like I didn't have space to maneuver properly to get a seal but it did seal and I didn't experience leaks. After the first month I bought the smaller one and I find it way easier and after a month or two of using it, putting it in and taking it out is so much easier. You just need to ensure you seal it properly and there will be no leaks. I use my muscles to push it down so I can get a grip of it to both turn it to seal it as well as to rock it to release the seal. I find it so convenient to use, less waste, more comfortable than wearing pads having your period up against you. I have both my cups as I'm sure I'll have use for the bigger one next year. I like using the Cora cup. I put it in and sometimes forget it is even there.

So I wanted to love this cup. Its softer and more flexible than some, the narrow base makes it a lot easier to remove. Its super easy to place and feels pretty comfortable once its placed. The down side for me was that it seems to move whenever I sit and then stand. So the stem ends up in a different spot pocking and feeling not so great. If it didn’t move it would be the best I’ve tried. Unfortunately its a no go for me.

I am absolutely blown away. What a game changer. Not only did I find inserting it WAY easier than I thought it was gonna be, I had no leaks even on my very first try. The cup itself is soft and flexible, and it’s stem is nice and grippy which makes taking it out relatively easy. I could definitely see how menstrual cups wouldn’t work for some people, but for a beginner, the Cora cup is definitely the way to go. AND OH MY GOD HOW FREAKING AWESOME IS IT THAT YOU CAN LEAVE IT IN UP TO 12 HOURS??? Lol you leave a tampon in that long and in the back of your mind you get paranoid that you’re going to die of TSS or ruin your underwear, clothes, and sheets. What an upgrade. Even if you are paranoid about leaks with the Cora cup, get yourself a few pairs of period underwear like Thinx or some of the bamboo period panties on Amazon and I promise you, you are never going to worry again about leaks. I love that the Cora cup (as well as most/all menstrual cups) doesn’t have the nasty chemicals, pesticides, and bleaching agents in it that conventional pads and tampons have, and it carries a significantly lower risk of TSS, bacterial infections, and irritation when used and cleaned correctly. I use my Cora Cup in tandem with my Organiwash soap to wash the cup between insertions as well as my Pixie Cup Steamer to steam clean the cup at the end of my cycle before I store it. I have to say though, I chose to buy the Organiwash over the Cora cup wash due to the fact that the Cora wash had a bunch of unnecessary and potentially irritating ingredients like essential oils, which should never be used to wash something you are going to put in your vagina. So I would skip the Cora cup wash. Overall, this is only my first cycle with my Cora Cup, but it has already changed my life. I won’t have to worry or think about my periods as much, won’t have to worry about leaking during the day or ruining underwear, clothes, and sheets. Not to mention I can rest assured knowing that I am tremendously reducing waste in landfills by not using disposable pads and tampons. Good for your body, good for peace of mind, and good for the planet. What’s not to love?

I finally decided to try something else after 2 decades of being a tampon user. I did a lot of research and settled on the Cora size 2 because I have a pretty small vagina, even knowing I have a heavy flow. I saw all the posts and articles saying that the first few cycles are tough and there’s a learning curve. The first few times I used it were definitely tricky; I ended up cutting the stem off almost completely for comfort. But by day 2 it was already a markedly better experience than a tampon, here’s why: 1. No trash, which is obvious 2. The cup doesn’t dry me out like a tampon, which makes sense but I never considered it before since I really didn’t think there was another way 3. Doesn’t stink like a tampon does 4. Extremely comfortable and doesn’t move around as much as a tampon does 5. Virtually no leaking compared to a tampon Some cons, which are more just things to get used to, are that I just wasn’t used to fishing around up there that much. It really makes me far more intimately aware of my flow. It is messy when you’re learning but even after 1 cycle I caught on quickly. Very happy I switched!