How do I insert and remove the cup, and who can use it safely?

Anyone can start using the cup as soon as they get their period. There’s no minimum age, but it helps to be comfortable with your body and cycle. Adjusting to the cup takes time, patience, and practice. Vaginal muscles may be tighter in virgins or young users, making insertion a bit more challenging. If it feels uncomfortable, don’t force it. Simply try again later.

Insertion

Fold the cup using the technique that fits best for you. Using water or a water-based lubricant can also make insertion easier.
Hold your outer labia apart with the index and middle fingers of one hand. With the other, gently slide the folded cup into your vagina, angling it toward your tailbone just past the vaginal opening. Let it naturally pop open. Remember, there is no risk of the cup staying folded.
Once properly inserted and open, the cup should create a suction seal that holds it securely in place and prevents leaks. Gently pull the stem to double-check. If you feel resistance, the seal has formed, and the cup is in place. If you can still feel the cup, gently push it up until it sits comfortably.

Some find that the cup naturally settles into its ideal position, while others notice it sits higher in the vaginal canal. Both are completely normal.

If the stem feels uncomfortable, you can trim it to a shorter length. It is designed to be customizable and can be cut to the cup's base for added comfort. We recommend waiting to trim the stem until you feel completely confident removing the cup.

Removal

Wait at least an hour after waking up before attempting to remove the cup, as gravity often helps move the cervix and cup lower, making it easier to reach.

Make sure you are in a relaxed setting. If you feel stressed or frustrated, your muscles may tense up, making removal more difficult.

Remember, the cup cannot get stuck or disappear, even if it sits slightly higher at times.

Then, do the following:

Sit in a squat position or on the toilet and reach for the cup’s stem. If the cup is higher, use your abdominal muscles to push it downward until you can reach it.
Pull the stem gently down until you can reach the base of the cup and grasp it with your fingers to release the suction seal. If you still cannot reach the base, slide your index finger up along the side of the cup and gently hook it over the rim to break the suction seal. Avoid pulling on the stem alone.
Gently wiggle the cup back and forth as you ease it out.

The cup is safe to use for a tilted uterus. However, it may take a little more time to find the optimal position once inserted. We recommend using a pad for the first few cycles until you’re confident the cup is positioned correctly. If you have a prolapse, we recommend consulting your gynecologist before using the cup.

For more information regarding the cup use, please consult our how-to guide:

https://allmatters.com/en-gb/pages/how-to-use

For more information regarding virginity, the hymen, and its tie to the cup:

https://allmatters.com/en-gb/blogs/blog/hymen-virginity

If you’re still experiencing difficulties with insertion or removal, or have any other questions, feel free to contact us at: support@allmatters.com