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Self-Emptying Menstrual Discs: How They Work & Game-Changing Perks

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Discover menstrual disc self-emptying—a hands-free revolution! Unlike menstrual cups , which seal low in the vaginal canal, menstrual discs nestle high behind the pubic bone. During bathroom breaks, pelvic pressure (from peeing/pooping) shifts the rim, auto-dumping fluid into the toilet—no removal needed! Saalt Disc, Flex, Cora shine here. Pros: 12hr wear, discreet (gym/work/travel), heavy flow hero. Cons: Learning curve, unpredictable dumps (public restrooms?), fit varies. Menstrual discs auto-empty? Game-changer for busy days! Gravity + pressure = hands-free. Try with period pants. #MenstrualDiscs #PeriodPants #SustainablePeriods Tips: Perfect placement (tuck behind bone), bear down gently, monitor flow. Pair  menstrual discs  with  period pants  for backup—Saalt's PFA-free leakproof layers catch surprises. Vs menstrual cups? Discs offer "barely-there" feel, sex-friendly; cups secure suction. Safe? Yes—medical-grade silicone hygienic. Expect practice (2 cycles). Re...

How Starting from Scratch Led to the Smartest Underwear in Period Care

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By: Cherie Hoeger It all started with discomfort. Like many, I used pads and tampons, never realizing there were better options—until I discovered menstrual cups while searching for sustainable solutions for my family in Venezuela. One try, and I was hooked. Comfortable, odor-free, reusable for up to 10 years—it was a game-changer. But I still couldn’t find a cup I truly loved. So, after 14 design iterations, we created the Saalt Cup—simple, beginner-friendly, and now a best-seller on Amazon and in Target. Next came Saalt Wear. Disappointed with bulky, wet-feeling period underwear on the market, we set out to make something better. Starting from scratch (and a little “stupid”), we teamed up with experts—including an FBI blood-on-fabric specialist—to engineer a patented gusset that absorbs fast, stays dry, and feels like real underwear. We called our breakthrough “layer zero”—a top layer that wicks moisture away and feels dry to the touch. From patented tech to Parisian design, every ...