Menstrual cups are a cheaper, more sustainable way for women to cope with periods than tampons or pads
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Menstruation cups are increasingly being used as an environmentally friendly alternative to tampons and sanitary pads.
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Menstrual cups are safe, effective, cost-efficient, eco-friendly
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FOR BEGINNERS. Lena is a 100% reusable silicone menstrual cup that collects your monthly flow. Inserted like a tampon, Lena Cup sits comfortably in
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Flex Cup: Disability-Friendly Menstrual Cup, Removes Like a Tampon
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Menstrual Cup FAQ [& some not so frequently asked] by Put A Cup In It
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The Best Period Underwear, Cups, Pads, and Products (2024)
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Eco period products compared: period pants, menstrual cups and