Menstrual Cups, Discs & Period Pants: Sustainable Period Protection for Active Lives
Menstrual cups and menstrual discs have transformed period management with their 12-hour wear time, as confirmed by Cleveland Clinic research. Made from medical-grade silicone, these reusable options hold 25-70ml of flow—far more than tampons—and carry a lower toxic shock syndrome risk, according to the 2019 Lancet Public Health systematic review of 43 studies. Period pants offer discreet backup protection perfect for heavy flows, postpartum recovery, or bladder leaks. Menstrual Cups, Discs & Period Pants: Science-Backed Sustainable Protection Safety begins with proper hygiene: always wash hands before inserting or removing menstrual cups or discs, rinse after each use, and sanitize between cycles by boiling. Air-dry completely to prevent microbial buildup, and change period pants every 8-12 hours, laundering on a gentle cycle without fabric softeners. Recent EBioMedicine research (2022) confirms that with diligent care, reusable products prove as safe as—or safer than—disp...