Busting Menstrual Cup Myths: What Experts Really Say About Fit, Comfort, and Safety
Are you hesitant about switching to a menstrual cup due to scary stories? You're not alone. From "they'll stretch your vagina" to "only for light flows," myths abound. But gynecologists and research paint a different picture: menstrual cups are safe, comfortable, and revolutionary for all flows and life stages. Menstrual Cup Myths BUSTED: What Gyns & Lancet REALLY Say on Safety + Fit Myth 1: Menstrual Cups Are Only for Light Flows Busted! A landmark Lancet Public Health systematic review (Van Eijk et al., 2019) analyzed 43 studies: menstrual cup holds 25-40ml—3x more than super tampons—perfect for heavy periods. High-capacity models reduce changes to 2-4 daily. Myth 2: They Stretch or Damage Your Vagina Busted! Cleveland Clinic experts confirm: medical-grade silicone is body-safe; vaginas are elastic (designed for childbirth). No long-term changes reported. Myth 3: Insertion Is Painful and Messy Busted! Mayo Clinic: Use C-folds or punch-downs with lub...