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Menstrual cups and discs are game-changing, low-waste options that simplify period care while saving money and reducing hassle. Two major players—Nixit and Saalt—take different approaches, and understanding these differences can help you find the best fit.  Nixit vs Saalt: Which Menstrual Disc/Cup Wins for Your Flow? Nixit offers a single, ultra-flexible, one-size disc made from soft medical-grade silicone. Its circular shape sits high in the vaginal fornix and holds up to 70 mL, making it ideal for heavy flows, postpartum users, or anyone wanting fewer changes and a softer, more adaptable design. Without a removal notch, it’s removed by hooking a finger under or over the rim. Saalt provides a broader range: classic bell-shaped menstrual cups , two sizes of discs, and leakproof underwear —all crafted for comfort, sustainability, and inclusivity. As a Certified B-Corp, Saalt donates 1% of revenue to global period equity. The Saalt menstrual disc comes in two sizes (50 mL and 30 mL)...

Spotting and periods can confuse even the most cycle-savvy folks, but knowing the differences empowers your reproductive health. Spotting is light, irregular bleeding—often pink, brown, or rusty smudges lasting 1-2 days, without needing pads or tampons. True periods bring heavier red flow, small clots, cramps, and bloating, lasting 3-7 days with protection changes. Common spotting triggers include ovulation (mid-cycle estrogen dips), hormonal birth control adjustments, stress, intense exercise, perimenopause, or infections like STIs. Implantation bleeding in early pregnancy appears light and brief, 6-12 days post-ovulation. Track your cycle: Log day 1 as real flow requiring products, note color/volume, and tag contexts like "new meds" or "stress." Apps help spot patterns—essential for fertility or perimenopause. Worry if spotting persists over a week, follows sex/menopause, or includes pain, fever, or odor—consult a healthcare provider to rule out polyps, fibroids, ...