Flex Reusable Disc | Reusable Menstrual Disc | Tampon, Pad, and Cup Alternative | Capacity of 6 Super Tampons | Lasts for Years | Includes Carrying Pouch & 2 Free Disposable Discs

I’ve been using this for 2 years now, and I can honestly say it’s the best reusable disc/cup that I’ve tried. It’s easy for me to insert and remove, and I can empty it on heavy days by baring down a bit in the bathroom without having to remove it and rinse it while out and about. It does leak a bit on really heavy days, (like when a tampon needs to be changed) but no more than other products, and wearing period underwear with it makes it a nonissue. It’s so perfect for spotting and light days when I used to use panty liners.I’ve used this on multiple trips, including Disneyland. It was almost like I wasn’t on my period since I didn’t have to take tampons or anything else with me.Yes, it can be messy to remove. But I’m not squeamish, and the pros outweigh the cons by a mile. It’s cheaper (figuring I’ve only needed the one for the last two years), it’s more comfortable, and more environmentally friendly since there’s less waste.As for wearing during sex- I wouldn’t recommend it on heavy days unless you don’t care about the potential mess. But it works really well on light or spotting days.The disc will discolor after a few uses, but now I soak it in hydrogen peroxide after each period and it looks brand new.

Incredible.I tried a cup once and it was a nightmare. It scared me off for a long time. I decided to try the disposable discs after a moment of reconsideration and it was fantastic. It went so well I bought the reusable one and it's my first cycle with it, I'm sold.I have severe cramps, and I have noticed a massive difference with these. I still get them, particularly bad on day one, but when I used tamps I would cramp full time all week. With these, I almost didn't have any. I felt day one, and the rest of the time it was a rare ache here and there. Some days nothing at all.I love that I can sleep with them. I barely leaked overnight on my heaviest day (I normally do with tamps, even the extra supers, and I have to set alarms to change them because even with overnight pads I've had mishaps). I only needed a panty liner for that one night!One thing though, I could auto dump with the disposable option. I also had a few leaks with the disposables, on my heaviest day. With this reusable option, I cannot seem to auto dump. It's said that's because with the size and composition it's a better fit for my body. That's fine, I can deal with that. But it's a little disappointing because I enjoyed the auto dump spring my heaviest days when I didn't want to need longer breaks at work or on the go to handle that. I have decided to use disposables during that time instead so I could utilize that, but the rest of my period the reusable is great.Now about placement. I am in my late 30s, one delivery by c section. I watched multiple videos online and was nervous about getting it right and getting it out. I found it totally easy to get it in and tucked my first try. It was totally comfortable, didn't feel it at all. The disposable ones tend to slip on me while using the restroom and need to be readjusted, but this reusable one doesn't do that. Removing it was a bit of a learning curve. The disposable ones were easier to remove for me, the thinner lining and more pronounced edge made quick work of hooking my finger under it and pulling it out. This one's more flush and rounded and the material made it a little more difficult to do that. I had a mess my first attempt, and I was glad I tried that at home where the sink is nearby and I had plenty of clean up options. The second time, I tried to move more slowly and get the feel for it, but it fell in the toilet. I never had that happen with the disposable ones and it was pretty annoying and gross. I was not at home for that situation, it was a public restroom, so I just had to let that one go. Thankfully I bought multiples, which I HIGHLY suggest for just that situation.But after that I have seemed to have figured it out and no longer having any difficulty with it.

Alright ladies, let’s talk about the flax disc. 1.does it actually work? -yes! I used it for the entirety of my last period and experienced no problems or leaking2. Is it comfortable? -yes! Once in place it feels exactly like a tampon (or doesn’t feel because you literally can’t feel it once it’s in)3. Is it convenient?-maybe, it’s convenient in the way that you don’t have to worry about running out of tampons or pads, convenient that you only have to check it 2x a day (for me, may need more for a heavier flow) and convenient that you can sleep with it in and not have to worry. NOT convenient because yes, let’s be honest, it can be messy to take out to empty, plus it can be messy putting it back in since there is no applicator to put I in for you. It’s not convenient because if you are in a public restroom and don’t have a cleaning container (buy the pixie cup one, it’s amazing and breaks down for storage) it’s near impossible to clean your disc.4. Is it long lasting? -yes! It can last for years if cleaned properly and not damaged by boiling (get cleaning solution and water or buy a cup/disc steamer to protect the disc from burning) eventually like everything else it will need to be replaced, however it comes no where close to disposing 14 tampons or more, a week every month.5. Does it actually help with cramps?-yes! I typically cramp ALOT on my period, my last period with the disc, I did experience some cramping, however it was no where near as much cramping as I would have with tampons6. Can you actually empty it without taking it out?-yes and no. Because the flex disc only comes in one size, if you’re not a heavy bleeder (like myself usually) you won’t have a lot to empty. This being said, it will be harder to empty a little bit without taking it out, then emptying the majority if you were a heavy bleeder. Also be cautious that in order to self empty, you have a high chance of it coming out of place and needing to be readjusted. My personal opinion? Just take it out to empty and re-insert, a lot easier and guaranteed you won’t leak after. TO SELF EMPTY- you’re going to want to be sitting on the toilet and push as if you were trying to go #2. Your muscles essentially will push the disc down to empty.Finally, #7. Is it better than cheaper discs?-yes! I have also tried other brands and no other discs compares to the flex disc. The flex is made with high quality medical grade silicone, while others tend to have a more plasticy feel to them and bend less easily than the flex discOVERALL - an amazing product and I highly recommend it. It’s eco friendly and not linked to TSS which was a main seller for me. However, u do wish the company would make different sizes to meet the needs of different flows. Having a larger disc with light bleeding seems excessive instead of just using a smaller size.