Athena Menstrual Cup One-Pack, Period Cups for Regular to Heavy Flow (Size 2 Large) – Soft Reusable Menstruation Cup – BPA Free Feminine Silicone Cup – Easy to Use and Clean Tampon and Pad Alternative (Transparent Blue)
Athena Cup, menstrual care for a new generation!
The Athena menstrual cup is bell-shaped cup that gives you a safe, comfortable, and odorless period for up to 12 hours a day.
Athena Cup’s reusable design collects your flow rather than absorbing it and lasts many years which means less time, money, and hassle in your life – And who needs hassle!
Welcome to the Future of Menstrual Care
What does Athena mean for you?
LESS SPENDING: Forget endless purchases, plastics and packaging. No more late-night runs to the store for you – Hello easy! – Our reusable design means you save every month!
MORE COMFORT: Our tried and true design and FORM-FIT rim offers unparalleled leak protection and “Is it even there” Comfort. Wear a cup for up to 12 hours without changing it? Enjoy your new-found freedom to enjoy your life, without your period getting in the way.
HEALTHIER YOU: Made only with Medical Grade silicone and body safe dyes that are chemical and latex free. Your new menstrual cup leaves your insides lubricated and feeling healthy, and won’t interfere with the delicate pH balance like pads and tampons.
SAFETY
At Athena Cup, we take product quality and safety to new levels and follow a strict manufacturing process.
PROUDLY MADE FROM US DOW CORNING SILICONE. Our menstrual cups are manufactured with stringent quality control standards in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. All of our products are made to exceed regulations and are free of all latex, plastic, PVC, acrylic, acrylate, BPA, phthalate, elastomer and polyethylene and use only body safe vegetable based dyes.
PRODUCT SAFETY. No other brand looks at quality quite the way we do. We devote the time and personnel to verify every material ordered follows set protocol which ensures a pristine supply chain from beginning to end. Our goods will always arrive on time, and in perfect condition to your door.
SUPPLIER AUDIT. Our silicone and dyes are bought from suppliers that go through a very thorough audit process to ensure they can meet our strict safety and quality guidelines.
MANUFACTURING PROCESS. During the manufacturing process we operate in a controlled sterile environment for production. During production we thoroughly analyze several cups every hour and visually inspect every single cup before they are placed in a sterile containment bag at the end of the production line. Every cup is produced to exacting standards – This is Athena Quality you can trust.
FEATURES AND USE
ATHENA Cup – Engineered for You
Advanced menstrual cup?
“No way” you say! ~ You bet your behind it is!
SIZING THAT FITS: Beware, not all cups are created equal. We have spent the time and resources to develop our custom shape and fit for a perfect match made in heaven.
SOFT AND SILKY: Using only the highest grade of silicone and dyes our cups you will feel the difference. Our softer cup means easier insertion and removal, and with a shorter stem say goodbye to irritation!
RIM MAGIC: The Athena custom FORM-FIT rim with larger air holes offers the ultimate upgrade for your cup. Easy to open and stays put. Don’t settle for second best.
ATHENA CUP COMES IN TWO SIZES: Size 1 & Size 2
SIZE 1
- Light to Normal Flow
- Low to Medium Cervix Height
- Great for Beginners and teenagers
- Best for Pre-Pregnancy
SIZE 2
- Heavy Flow – With its higher capacity, this is the one for you.
- Any Cervix Height
- Larger Volume for Experienced Cup Users
- Better choice for Moms
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| OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY. At Athena Cup, we create superior products through the perfect balance of the latest technologies, and the purest materials. Our mission is to positively impact women around the world that trust our high-quality menstrual cups to improve the lives. Integrity and quality steer everything we do, and our commitment to our customers is to produce the highest quality menstrual products available today and every day. | PIECE OF MIND KNOWING YOU ARE IN SAFE HANDS. We love what we do here at Athena Cup and are excited to be changing the lives of women throughout the globe. We believe our customers deserve quality products that are both effective and safe and go that extra mile to ensure you will be happy and protected for a long time to come. Come join us on our quest to bring the Athena vision to more women today! | LEADING-EDGE DESIGN WHICH MEANS LESS LEAKS. Athena Cup products have been checked and optimized for you. The sizing perfected over thousands of real life user interactions with real customers. We stay committed to updating our design to be what really works for you, the customer. That means you will have fewer leaks, more comfort, and less difficulty in inserting and removing your cup. |
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Okay, so I have been trying to find a cup that works for me properly for a while, my last one has been leaking a bit when I use it, so I have been trying to find one that works with my apparently odd shape. I have bought several cups lately, which is pretty expensive, but I prefer them over tampons and so was willing to invest till I found the right one.
Despite being softer than my last one, with a softer rim that didn’t pop open, this one is perfect for me. I have to twist it a little to get it to open, but it sits in the right place and so far, despite being a very heavy bleeder, no leaks! I bought the size 1, despite having a heavy flow, because the 2s and b’s and whatnot are just too large for me, and this is what causes the leaks, they don’t sit right. I have always had to empty my cups or change my tampons after about an hour on my heaviest flow, but this cup lets me sleep over night, though on my heaviest if I wake up in the middle of the night I will go empty it out because the bugger will be full, but I haven’t woken up in a pool of my own blood in a few months now since I bought this, and that’s nice.
So, here’s my advice.. it’s gonna be expensive.. but buy different brands, different sizes and try them out till you find the one that just.. works for you. It’s worth the hassle, for your health the planet and your comfort. Hell, even the pain levels have been less since I started using this one, so winning all around
I never thought it would be so easy to use the cup. In my opinion, more comfortable than tampons, and finally I don’t have to be up in the middle of the night to change myself. I do recommend this menstrual cup
Used it for a year and I do think it is investment worth a while. I have definitely spent less money on tampons and pads. It takes a time to get it in, but when it is in with heavy flow it does last me half day without going to the loo, sometimes longer if needed. It is truly a great substitute for tampons. Never felt so freeing to do anything on my period.
I’ve cut off the top bit as it was not as comfortable, but I curried on using it and taking it out was not any different for me.
Hot pink definitely helped to look at it while cleaning it, but I have found out after a year using it blood will stain it, unfortunately. I’ve cleaned it all the time with special soup, but it got stained by use. It is natural and not a product fault, but I found that interesting.
It’s my first cup so was a bit weird at first but after a few attempts it stayed put and worked great for the whole week I needed it.
Very soft so probably best for pre-birth, non-physically active users.
I was a little apprehensive about using one of these but I’m so pleased I did! No leaks even throughout the night. It does say you can leave it in for 12 hours but for me I think after 7 hours it needed some attention. I would highly recommend getting one. Even though I’ve had a baby, i went for the number 1 cup and it’s fine.
I LOVE my cup!! I’m so happy I got it, and I will never be without a menstrual cup again. It took a little bit of practice to place it the first few times, but no more than 10 minutes. It has saved me money, hassle, and room in bags when traveling. My fiance prefers to still use tampons, and I don’t envy her constant worry about having enough supplies.
Great product. Easy to use and clean. I have a heavy cycle but i don’t need to empty and clean for at least 8 hours. Once inserted can not feel its there unlike tampons which always gave me a heavy unpleasent feeling. No need to wear underwear in bed which is great and i don’t need to worry about having a supply of products so less storage space taken up too. Better for the environment and for my purse. Win win.
This is a wonderful product and I’m sorry I haven’t tried it before. Once I got the hang of using it correctly it was completely leak free, even during sports, and I have fairly heavy periods. Period tax, period poverty and waste from sanitary products are all overcome in one go. I would urge any woman to try this.
Initially I really struggled to get the cup back out, which was a bit nerve wracking at times. It almost needs a slightly longer stem. Now that I don’t insert the cup as far and use a technique that works for me (fold in half, insert, twist & release), I have fewer problems getting it back out. I find I cannot usually get it out when seated on the toilet but I’m much more successful in a squat position.
Sorry for all the detail but hopefully this helps someone!
Was v sceptical about this but have to admit, despite my reservations, that I love it. Not only does it stop a load of unnecessary waste but it is clean (my biggest fear was leakage – but there was none), discreet and comfortable. If you’re flow is heavy you will probably need to larger size but as mine is medium this was fine for me. definitely recommend!
It’s very soft so you don’t get that pressure against your bladder like you do with rigid cups. I found the seal was pretty good, when it leaks it is because of MY technique. Definitely would recommend as it’s easy to put in and take out.
It’s alright but I bought two in the same time and the another it’s better for me. But of course I’ll be using this as well.
This product is feminine, discrete, comfortable and ultimately works!
I will admit it is hard to get used to, the first month there was the occasional mishap (dropping it down the toilet, the ocassional leakage or discomfort) but I recommend perservering and don’t panic, stressing about the above issues definitely didnt help! By the second time I used it though I had worked out how to overcome the above and it was a much less stressful experience, I am hoping next time it will seem like I have always used this. I have no intention of going back to traditional disposable products, and now look forward to reeping the financial benefits as well as knowing I am doing my bit for the environment!
This is the second Athena cup I order, only because in between moves I can’t find my old one.
In terms of cups this one is by far my most favourite one, unlike the Moon Cup, which I found incredibly hard and with a very sharp bottom that use to cause me so much pain, the Athena cup offers the same benefits as most cups but it is also so very soft and the stem is rounded and comfortable.
Amazing!!!! I love using a cup now and would never go back to using tampons. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because I brought the transparent cup which quickly became discoloured even though I clean it very regularly.
The cup not only improves your period pains but it gives you less things to be stressed about. It also feels really great to be saving the environment by not using tampons!
I had used my old cup for eight years and although I was happy with it, I was always aware of being able to feel it. I had no idea the new ones were so soft and comfortable. The Athena cup has been reliable, easy to change and clean and super comfortable. Very happy!
Having seen a few adverts for this type of thing, I didn’t think I was ready to give one a go. When my sister seemed surprised that I wasn’t using one I thought I’d give it a try (I do want to do what I can for the environment too). I was pleasantly surprised, and now can’t imagine using anything else.
Omg ! Blooming brilliant ! Took a little while to get the hang of it and get it in the right position but THE BEST SANITARY DEVICE EVER !! I wished I’d av known years ago about these id av saved me a fortune .. totally recommend this produc
I bought this as I’m disgusted with the amount of plastic and other waste that goes to landfill, especially when it can be prevented! Menstrual products lead to so much waste and expense that I figure I have nothing to lose by trying this out! To begin with I was super disappointed at how uncomfortable this was. The stem was constantly poking me, even though it was inside like it should be, I would feel it rubbing as I walked or sat. However I still had no leaking! AFter reading up online, during my second month using it I decided to trim the stem completely, so the smallest bit remained and am I glad I did! I could no longer feel it as I wore it and I had complete protection! It’s a little more difficult to take out without the stem but nothing too hard. I’m so glad I’ve bought it!
I’m very happy with this product. It took me a little while to get the hang of it, but it’s much better than tampons. Better for the purse and much better for the environment.
Great product, probably a little too large in comparison to other brands.
Why have i only found this now!! Fantastic little cup, took a couple of shots to get it just right but couldn’t feel it once in place..AMAZING! Normally for me a tampon and sanitary pad wouldn’t be enough for the first couple of days, especially at night time but this little gem was brilliant!! Would 100% recommend
I was sceptic at first in buying this product. But after reading the reviews and having my question answered by those lovely ladies who use it, I bought one!! And I’m so glad I did!!! At first couple uses I did leak but once I got the hang of it, boom!! 12 hours later I’m emptying the cup, no leakage, comfortable, couldn’t feel it and most of all, my cramps had gone!!! And I feel like dying when my period comes on, the cramps are awful. But I must say the Cup got rid of my pains. I’m really happy I got this, binned my tampons no more spending money on tampons and pads. I LOVE MY ATHENA CUP!!
WOW! Why have I not tried one of these before??? Majorly impressed – easy to use, no mess and a big bonus for me – NO waste being generated! I will not look back! Buy one now ladies!!
Very happy with my athena cup think I could do with the smaller size but will never go back to disposable sanitary products. I suffer with very heavy bleeding after awful period pain with my cup the pain is not as bad as with tampons and it’s so much cleaner and I can feel confident I will not leak the first time I used it is was sceptical as I have never gone a night without leaking so wore a sanitary towl over night but was 100% leak free even though I was bleeding extremely heavily
This is great. I can mostly forget I’m even having a period! Takes a bit of getting used to the technique for putting it in right. If it’s not right you can get some leaking, but normally there is nothing. Would never go back to tampons now.
I did buy the smaller one even though I’ve had children, as a different brand I had before didn’t work well for me due to the end part kept sticking out. If this one was any bigger i think it would do the same thing.
Good product and definitely good for the environment. It does take some getting used to but definitely worth the persistence.
First timer using this and I think it is the best thing ever!!!!! No fuss no mess easy to use!! No more buying pads or worrying about leaking!!! Very very very happy bunny 🙂
LOVE IT.
Ordered it at 10am arrived at 6 same day!
Honestly.. it was a bit scary at first, like how deep it actually go in.. but after being brave.. and to take it out.. you do have a give a decent push to get a good hold of it again but it works SO WELL and I wish I had bought one sooner..
Seriously buy it.. give it a go.. could be a serious life changer.. can’t even feel it’s there.
So pleased!
Any woman considering a menstrual cup I would definately reccomend. This is the only one I’ve ever tried. Used it the first time – expected it to be difficult to get in or to get used to but had no issues at all. It’s so comfortable unlike a tampon you can’t feel it at all. You can leave it in 12 hours and over night. I consciously have to remember it’s there because you wouldn’t know.
My first impressions were….this this is huge, it can’t fit-but don’t let first impressions fool you. I am far more comfortable and yes it’s a little messier sorting out than a tampon but the ease of wearing this far out weighs anything else.
My very first time with a menstrual cup ever unfortunately happened whilst I was touring around Europe in a van, so needless to say, I was freaking out at the beginning, but I knew that it could be only better than using tampons and having to change them every 3-4 hours, what was impossible. After the first day’s shock, i got the hang of it, it was easy to use, a bit messy to empty, but easy to clean with paper tissues, and unnoticable whilst inserted. The only thing to consider is that if you have heavy bleeding, you’d better go for the bigger size. I ordered the small, ben unsure how to choose, (althogh i’ve always suspected that my periods probably could be counted as heavy, i wasn’t sure) so I went with the recommendation, as I haven’t given birth yet, but one morning – 6-7 hours after changing – i woke up with the inevitable, it got full incredibly quickly. (I’ve been using liners all the time for extra protection.) So just go for the bigger size if you are unsure! Otherwise, I fully recommend it!
I have only used this for one period after my Diva cup stem broke. I used my Diva cup for four years and loved it. My complaint about this Athena cup is that it’s a bit more flimsy so I feel that it is harder for it to pop into its shape once it’s inserted. It’ll do for now and having experience with a cup makes it easier but I find there’s more leakage and it’s more important to get it into the correct position. When using the Diva cup I was able to throw it up there and it pretty much always worked out. I would recommend spending the few extra pounds to get something that works better since you’ll probably have it for awhile.
I am so happy with this cup – on my 4th or 5th cycle with it now and would recommend this highly to anyone considering it. I was sceptical at first but right away found it comfy to use. I can now work, sleep, swim comfortably without the hassle of changing tampons in the day. It saves me time, money and plastic waste.
The only negative is that even this early on the pink latex is slightly stained a dark red. Despite cleaning in warming soapy water as instructed. It’s only cosmetic so doesn’t affect performance.
Was a bit skeptical. I went for the first size was a bit unsure what would be the right one. Bit odd at first but got used to it very quickly. Never leaked once. I changed it every 5/6 hours during the day and longest i had it in was for about 10 hours over night. Would highly recommend.
I am a menstrual cup convert! Started out with a mooncup which has worked well for me but found it a little rigid. The Athena cup is very soft and smooth and easy to insert, although is a little harder for it to pop out! Took me a few goes to get in correct position. I always cut the whole stalk off as find it more comfortable. Once Athena was in, totally forgot it was there. No leaks. No need to worry about tampons or sanitary towels and feeling icky in your pants. Life-changing.
Comfortable and easy to use, should have bought one sooner.
After looking at this several times over the last few months I decided to give it a go. It arrived today just in time to try it out and I love it already! Took a couple of attempts but when fitted properly you can’t even feel it. Since having my child I haven’t been able to use tampons and I hate using pads so this is great and bonus no more sanitary waste ! Highly recommend this to all women.
Well what can I say – I am in my mid 40s and have only just discovered menstral cups and cannot understand why everyone isn’t using them – they are so much more convenient than tampons – you can leave them in all day – you don’t have to carry around a bag full of supplies and it’s so much better for the . I particularly chose Athena because they are already coloured so won’t discolour, the reviews were good and they didn’t look too bulky or too hard. I initially bought the larger size as although I haven’t had children I do get heavy periods but I thought I would also get the smaller one to try out and it works just fine so this is the one I have stuck with. It does take a bit of practice to get it to sit in the right position and pop open but once it’s in right you don’t even notice it! It’s a revelation and I would encourage everyone to give them a try . Service and delivery have been 5 star too!
I am 19 years old and I struggle using it. I haven’t properly used it yet. However, I really like the way it looks and I am definitely going to try and use it again in future.
You don’t feel anything, there’s no leakage and the best part is you don’t get caught out! I would quite confidently wear this cup with dreaded white trousers.
Do be aware though, you will Google everything under the sun on removal methods, ‘help, I’ve lost the cup!’ And fold methods.
I highly recommend looking at all the fold methods and finding the best one for you. The one recommended in the booklet I couldn’t get on with. Not to nab Always’ tag line but this gives me a happy period!
I bought size 1 , I’ve never given birth and have been told I am ‘small internally’ by a couple of nurses whilst having smear tests done, so thought that would be the best size to opt for.
NEVER have I found my period so comfortable and easy to deal with!! I’ve had almost 30 years of uncomfortable, leaky and drying tampons, sweaty and bulky pads, OTT expense, ruined underwear, ruined bed-sheets, and anything involving water (swimming, relaxing in a lovely hot bath,) being a complete ‘no-no’ for almost one week of each month. even normal showering was troublesome for me at times.
What a joy and relief finding this menstrual cup has been! It has completely changed the way I view ‘period time’ because I know that it will now be comfortable, un-hassled, inexpensive (actually, no extra costs at all), and easy to live with.
Now I admit, the first couple of times I inserted and removed the cup I thought it wasn’t going to be for me. However after a quick YouTube search for some extra hints and tips about different ways of folding, some easy removal advice and cutting some of the removal tip off the bottom to stop it rubbing, I am completely sold!! I LOVE IT!!!!
Once you have the insertion and removal techniques down, it is the most comfortable and hassle free way I have found to deal with menstruation.
I would suggest still wearing some kind of pad or panty-liner whilst getting used to using your cup and knowing how to check it is correctly inserted, just to be on the safe side. I did this and found I needn’t have bothered. It’s so easy if you follow the instructions and don’t get all weird about being very intimate with your own anatomy!!
I’ve used it for two periods now and I know I’ll never go back to anything else.
Easy to store, carry, clean (I use warm water and some very gentle, feminine hygiene soap), and change ( I find I only need to empty 3 times a day, first thing in the morning, mid afternoon and bedtime. Even on my heaviest days, which I would say are reasonably heavy considering the sizes of, and how many tampons and pads I would need each month. A big change from needing to be sure anywhere I went had easy access to a bathroom every couple of hours if I wanted to be completely sure of avoiding any leaks.
Thank-you Athena Cup for making period time so easy!! I wish I had taken the plunge and bought one of you sooner!!
I have nothing negative to say about the cup. Safe to say I will never ever change back to tampons! You don’t waste money, you don’t have to “change” as often and I’ve not had a single leak. Not only do I forget it’s there due to the comfortable fit, it also helps with period cramps – don’t ask me how. From someone who suffers from very intense and painful cramps all around (back, stomach, pelvis) I cannot believe how much it relieves me from the agony. Even the bag is lush!
Arrived promptly and has a cute little bag to store it in. Definitely tricky getting it in first time… don’t push it up too high! Comfortable, don’t even notice it and even keep it in overnight. Will never go back to tampons!
Received this a few days ago and it’s changed my life already! I had been looking into these cups for a while now as I want to cut down on my waste and an easy way to do that is to cut out tampons. I practiced inserting it and taking it out again in the bath, and found a method that works for me. I panicked a little at first as I couldn’t removed it easily, but I soon found a method that worked for me and I had no further issues. I would definitely say it’s worth practicing and using a pad as back up, but once you get the hang of it it’s great.
I have never used one of these previously, so I was delighted to discover just how incredibly easy – not to mention comfortable – these cups are to use. Incredibly convenient and a genuine penny saver! I will continue to use this – thank you.
Sturdy. Only drawback is that it stained in the first cycle I used it and haven’t been able to clean it to like New even after boiling to sterelise.
I absolutely love this product!!! It is soft and comfortable and once inserted I can’t fee it at all. It is safer and more hygienic than tampons, it will be cheaper in the long term and it is environment friendly, which makes me so happy!
I wish the tip was slightly longer as I had some difficulties pulling it out after using it while asleep (the horizontal position probably prevents gravity, and the cup gets sucked inside), but after a couple of days I found my technique.
Overall, I am super pleased with this purchase, which I recommend!
I love this product! I can’t believe Iv been going all this time using tampons and pads when this beauty was on the market. The first day I used it, I went out to a music festival to have drinks with friends and I had no issue what so ever! Highly recommending it to all my friends.
I faffed about for ages, deciding whether or not to try it, because obviously, the first thing I thought was “How? Just how??”
Questions answered when it arrived – duly locked myself in the bathroom, anticipating tears, tantrums and a fevered brow as I try to fathom it all out…but it was all surprisingly relaxed!
Still can’t believe it’s so simple, yet so effective and why, oh why, oh why did I not do this years before??
Take that, chlorine filled sanitary product makers and government departments who tax us women to the hilt!
If you’re still on the fence about this one, ladies, I would say just do it! Take the leap of faith!
Hurrah for the cup (and the dinky little bag it’s carried in…!)
Why didn’t I buy one of these sooner?! I’m converted for life! Once you get the hang of it you will never look back. This specific cup is great in red. Love the little back too.
I’ve used other brands but they all leaked the Athena cup hasn’t let me down yet. Very comfortable to wear and easy to use. What’s more my cramps are no where near as bad as they used to be when I used tampons
Great product, instructions are clear and helpful and the little bag is handy for travel.
Would never ever go back to any other form of sanitary protection, this is comfortable, leak free and means I am not contributing to landfill, or paying the tax that our government insists on applying to menstrual protection.
Can’t recommend this enough! Hygenic and so easy to use – I’ve already saved so much money on sanitary products. Easy to take care of and clean, comes with a pouch so can be discreetly packed – I love it and am recommending to everyone I know!
At first it’s tricky but one s you get the hang of it it’s not so bad so il give it a thumbs up! Oh and my fanny hurt the first few times using it but it got better once I got the hang of it! Also don’t leave it in for too long if you have a heavy flow coz it might get messssssaaay
100% what i thought it would be, neatly packaged with a pretty little storage bag for the glorious days i won’t use it. Booklet it comes with is really informative which is useful for a newbie. Love it!
The instructions it comes with are clear but brief. (The booklet has a lot of pages, but only the first few are in English.) I’d suggest looking online for a more thorough step-by-step–the instructions are pretty much the same for all the different brands of cups.
I ordered mine in the solid purple color, and it’s a darker purple in real life than what’s shown in the picture. Not a huge deal, but worth mentioning.
Because I’m on the pill, I can predict pretty accurately when my period will start, so I put the Athena Cup in for the first time the night before I expected to start bleeding. (I did research beforehand, and it’s totally safe to have it in when you’re not on your period.) That way, I didn’t have to deal with a bloody mess the first time I put it in (and it WILL take many tries and a bit of experimentation before you get it in there successfully).
There was definitely a bit of a learning curve at first, especially with removal, but I was able to figure it out after a few tries and then it was no big deal. It just takes practice and some getting used to. Again, definitely set aside at least 15-20 minutes the first time you try to put it in. As some other reviewers have suggested, it’s also a good idea to use a back-up liner at first. Once I figured it out, though, I had zero leaks. I can also hardly feel it at all once it’s in (it’s definitely less noticeable than a tampon), which is great.
I was initially concerned about the reviews saying that the Athena Cup is flimsy and doesn’t open up all the way once it’s in there. I will say that when I put mine in I don’t really feel the “pop” that you’re allegedly supposed to feel when it opens up. However, I’ve found that it DOES open as long as I insert it at the correct angle, and I’ve learned to recognize what it feels like when it’s fully open. (Your experience may vary depending on your own personal anatomy, of course, but it worked for me personally.) Again, I haven’t had any issues with leaking thus far, so I assume it’s working the way it’s supposed to.
Overall, I’m really happy with this product, and will definitely keep using it in place of pads or tampons in the future. I should also add that menstrual cups are NOT for everyone–they do feel pretty weird at first, you have to get pretty up close and personal with your insides, and they’re definitely harder to use than pads or tampons. I wouldn’t blame someone for not liking these just in terms of the concept. But as someone who is completely on board with the idea of menstrual cups, this one is great.
Works well, but a worry that this cup may cause enough suction to dislodge the coil. Have to carefully remove it with a squeeze at the very top edge, which is quite fiddly.
I should have tried one years ago.
After a few attempts testing it out for the fit and getting used to how and where it sits before my period, I found it so simple and easy to use. It works so well and I had no issues whilst working out (I pole dance for fitness) although I made sure it was emptied just before my classes. I also love that I’m doing my bit for the environment and saving cash now I don’t have to buy tampons or pads!
I ordered it before reading reviews and worried when loads of them said the positive reviews were bought or fake but since it’s arrived I’ve been really happy with it! I’ve had one or two issues with getting it in the right place but it’s really easy to put in now and I’ve only had it a few weeks. So much more comfortable than a tampon and I never need to worry about having to buy more, would highly recommend it to anyone 🙂
This was terrifying at first, but I’ve put it in and taken it out once which is uncomfortable but I can see myself getting used to it and using these forever just because it’s better for the environment and cheaper!
Can’t recommend enough, i was so put off the idea of getting a cup because it sounds so messy, but it’s actually not as bad as I thought! And it’s saving me buying disposable products every month
Ok. I was sceptical. Even, I’m ashamed to write, a bit grossed out. But I’m never wearing a towel or tampon again. Ever. It’s comfortable. Very easy to insert. Easy and comfortable to remove (takes practice). Hygienic. I run everyday and cycle. And this was fine. Only thing is I go to loo a bit more often – but I think this is to do with position and my getting used to something new.
Really pleased. I’m going to order another one – just in case.
I have used it for 6 months. Even though the size is a bit too big for me, but it’s really easy to use and good quality. I was surprised by the cheap price, but the quality is good. It’s soft and easy to put in.
Took a bit of getting used to, but once I placed it correctly, was very comfortable and a great change from using tampons.
Only used for 1 period so far and it took a few days of use before I figured out how to insert it comfortably but now I have it’s great! Easy and comfortable, with the feel good factor of no longer having to buy tampons and towels each month-yey!
When I got this cup, I was worried that it would be a little small and would leak, as it’s smaller than the cup I had previously. I really like this thing though! It’s comfortable and doesn’t leak. What more could you ask for 🙂
Cup was too soft and wouldn’t open inside fully, however I was issued a full refund, so 4* for good customer service
AND they last for so long, like 10 years long (save money).
AND they help the environment (no more tampons getting stuck up dolphin noses).
AND you can get fun colours (stylish, even match your underwear if that’s what you’re into).
AND no toxic shock syndrome (you never have to worry about losing a limb on the battlefield which is your period again!)
P.S. Okay sometimes it nocturnally migrates up towards your cervix for a closer look and some mornings you might, hypothetically of course, panic and think you’re never getting out and it’s stuck up there forever and you’ll never get a boyfriend again, but all you gotta do is wait for gravity to do it’s thing (maybe aided along by a few squats – always love a few squats) and it soon comes shimmying on down. Also it’s not like it can be in there for “too long” like a tampon so you’re good to live your life without The Fear!
soft, thin, and so might not snap open easily
but does the job
From a woman with a wonky cervix and heavy cycles the Athena cup has not disappointed. I read many reviews before I purchased mine and can honestly say I am really pleased with it. Easy to use, cleaner, no accidents – so far!
My wonky cervix and I are very happy with it and will not be going back to tampons and pads – EVER!
Extremely impressed with this product. I was dubious about reliability and worried about leaks the first couple of uses, but I’m pleased to report it has been 100% successful. I do find it tricky to remove as the short tail is difficult to grip and slips away as I pull but it’s a very minor complaint in the scheme of things. Definitely won’t be going back to tampons. Highly recommended!
Dispatched and delivered quicker than expected.
However, using the cup meant i could confidently go to the beach and pool and wear swimsuits / bikinis. I returned to my room at lunch time to empty and rinse and carried on with my day without having to worry about leaking etc.
Also, there is no sanitary waste which meant I wasn’t concerned about the cleaner coming into our room daily.
I’m really glad I made the purchase. It’s made ‘that time of the month’ so much easier. I would definitely recommend investing in one.
Totally Brilliant. Easy to use, no problems getting into place. No problem with leakage. Have never used anything like this before, only towels and tampons but will not be going back. And saves money too. Can’t think of a downside!
Stalk could be longer and has taken a bit of practice getting in and out but it’s the same with every cup. But unfolds nicely inside and holds a good amount of blood
Had a tough mudder to complete and knew that the dreaded time of the month would clash. With 4/5 hours of wet and mud soaked activity I knew tampons just wouldn’t cut it. No where clean to carry them and limited (porta) loos with no where to wash muddy hands, tampons just weren’t an option, leaks were inevitable. This however was a life saver!
I’d definitely recommend but just make sure you give it a chance as the first few goes can be trial and error.
Have been using this cup for nearly 2 years, it is by far my favourite, I have tried another cup from another brand which was more expensive but definitely didn’t compare to this cup. I will definitely repurchase this athena cup again.
So easy to use. I feel amazing not having to use disposable sanitary products and it so its generally so much simple. I love that I don’t have to worry during the day. And during the night I’m never concerned. The instructions are clear and I love the little bag it comes with.
10/10 would recommend to anyone as a cost efficient and life changing change to make.
This is a blooming brilliant thing. I’ve had a baby so bought the larger size. To be honest I was worried about how large it seemed when I first saw it! No need. It’s comfortable, secure, easy to keep clean and very discreet.
I’m a convert!!!
I am beginning to feel like I need an “ask me about my menstrual cup” tshirt. I love this thing, it has already changed my life and it is only month two. Using it couldn’t be simpler, the video and instructions made perfect sense. My first few attempts to insert were tricky, but after that I have picked up the knack and haven’t looked back. I feel safe, secure, and comfortable. Very happy lady indeed.
Pros:- in my favourite colour
fits comfortably
beautiful pouch to keep it in
Cons:- NONE
Packaging was as expected
Delivery was on time 🙂 A++++++++++++
The solid blue is a nice colour, it comes in a cute bag which is more discreet if carrying it in a handbag except the ribbon does say Athena cup on it. It’s firm so if you accidentally insert the cup up too far you can drag it down by the stem quite easily. It takes quite a few tries to get it up there but you just need to persevere and try different folds or positions etc. I would advise new users to use something to lubricate it. I haven’t yet used it on my period but it definitely was comfortable.
This product came quickly and was well packaged, it came withstand lovely little draw string bag so it can be stored away when your not using it, I know this product is for the menstrual cycle but I bought this as I’m ttc and I have read good reviews on products similar to this, I have used this and it was simple to insert , it was comfy but I could feel it was there but I am guessing that the more I use it the more I will get used to the feel, I would recommend this product as it does what it says and it’s a very good price , and hopefully I will get a bfp and won’t need to use this for a few months .
Got this product today. After umming are aring about it and to be honest I was quite worried when I heard most people had been given them for free in order to right reviews etc How can you know if its any good? So anyway It came today in a really cute little bag was a bit tricky to insert at first and was slightly worried for leaks etc but did a twelve our day and no Problems! Its ace! 🙂 Just takes some practice to get use to it.