The DivaCup is a silicone-based, hypoallergenic alternative to tampons. It's slightly - very slightly - trickier to master than the tampon, but once you have it down pat, you'll love not having to worry about packing around extras or random messes attributable to overflow. It's very soft and flexible, and all you do is squeeze it into a shape small enough to insert, apply it in a manner similar to a conventional tampon, and away you go. Every 12 hours or so (yes, it's safe to sleep wearing one) you dump and wash it, then reinsert. And that's it. If you want extra assurance, it goes well with reusable menstrual pads. $32.50 USD plus very reasonable P + P. [GT]
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Nice article.
I bought one of these about 6 months ago and I am highly passionate about it. Not only does it prevent tons of sanitary waste from being flushed down the toilet or thrown into landfills, but it's far more comfortable and hygenic than napkins or tampons. There are no leaks ever--it's like not being on your period at all!