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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Super Jennie
My honest unbiased review.
The Super Jennie is made in the U.S.A. and registered with the FDA with 100% medical grade silicone and safe dyes. The firmness level seems like a mid-range between 1 - 2.
There are two sizes Small and Large. The Large size is great for medium to heavy flow, holding a little over 41ml. The Small size is great for light to medium flow, holding up to 32ml. The Large has a diameter of 47mm and a total length of 68mm, including the small rounded ball-like stem. The Small has a diameter of 43mm and a total length of 62.5mm, including the small rounded ball-like stem.
Feels very soft while still having a decent amount of spring to it making it fairly easy to open, without causing pain or discomfort. This is the largest holding capacity cup I have tried and it has given me a full 12 hours of leak-free movement while being very comfortable enough to barely notice it even when I'm at the most tender part of my cycle. It may be a tad difficult to remove if you are new to menstrual cups so I would suggest only gently pulling the stem while wiggling it slightly downward until you can reach the cup easily. Then taking the cup and folding the cup into a slight C-fold to break the seal to remove the cup. I do NOT suggest using the stem to fully removing the cup as it might snap the stem off, it seems a little flimsy but that's to keep it more comfortable for the user. That being said, it does seem fairly well made but does feel like a thinner cup that may not last as long as a heavier made cup but should last up to ten years with a more careful use. It's been very wonderful to have all the time I would normally be spending changing other products constantly to do what I please without having to worry about so many leaks and discomforts. Overall, I would suggest Super Jennie to those who have heavy menstrual flow or for those who have issues with cups shifting. As well, as being a more experienced cup user; considering that a beginner might have difficulty removing the cup due to it's softer firmness level. But it might still work for you even if you are a beginner, it just might take a few cycles to get used to it.
I shall be posing more reviews as I go; as well as useful information, in hopes of helping other woman finding their perfect cup or period alternative!
Other information:
~ "Precious Stars Pads" > This young woman is the Queen of Menstrual Alternatives and has many wonderful and informative reviews, or videos in general, on youtube. As well as helpful tips on her Facebook page.
~ "Put A Cup In It" > has a wonderful quiz to help you get started as well as charts, a youtube channel, and a facebook page. https://putacupinit.com
~ "Red Herring" > A wonderful youtube and blogger with lots of useful information. https://redherringtv.wordpress.com/cup-comparisons/
~https://menstrualcups.wordpress.com > For a very detailed list and information on all kinds of menstrual cups.
~http://menstrualcup.co/menstrual-cup-comparison-chart/ > For charts and other information.
~http://thegreenvagina.com/ > For reviews, comparisons, and other information.
MeLuna
My honest unbiased review.
The Meluna brand is manufactured in Germany but follows USA grading. Made out of TPE with safe color dyes or no dye option. Meluna comes in three different firmness levels as well as eight different sizes with three handle types for a larger range of comfort. Soft ranges as a 2 in firmness level. Classic ranges as a 4 in firmness level. And Sport ranges as a 5 in firmness level. There are two main size ranges; Standard for average to high cervix height or Shorty for average to low cervix height. With 4 sizes in each range; S, M, L, and XL for a total of eight sizes to choose from. Handle types include Ring, Ball, and Stem.
Both Standard and Shorty cups follow the same diameters in size. The S is 38mm; The M is 41mm - The L is 44mm; The XL is 47mm; Standard's Lengths- NOT including stems as stem sizes vary! The S is 45mm; The M is 48mm - The L is 52mm; The XL is 56mm; Shorty's Lengths- Not including stems as stem sizes vary! The S is 35mm; The M is 38mm - The L is 41mm; The XL is 44mm
They are all identical, just slightly smaller or larger than the last so if one works for you than so should the others. You'll just need to figure out which size would be best for yourself. Sport tends to open much easier than the other firmness levels. Classic is the best in comfort and should be considered the firmness level to start with if just starting with the MeLuna Brand. Soft being the most difficult to open but the least noticeable once in place. For me, the ball stem is the most comfortable. The ring stems are the easiest to start with. And the stem the best for the very high cervix placement. And each a personal preference in comfort so you can pretty much figure out what you need with just trying one. They do offer a quiz on the website that might help you decide on sizing, leaving stem and firmness level up to you.
All the cups are of decent quality. The spring the cups have varies depending on which firmness level. The MeLuna brand is affordable, but the TPE tends to soften over time making it more difficult to open so that should be taken into consideration. They have added a rewards program for returning customers and cup Donations if you'd like to help someone in need. They also offer other feminine health products and supplies for cups, that are worth looking into on their website. Overall, for the price, it's a great brand to go with or to start with.
I shall be posing more reviews as I go; as well as useful information in hopes of helping other woman finding their perfect cup or period alternative!
The Meluna brand is manufactured in Germany but follows USA grading. Made out of TPE with safe color dyes or no dye option. Meluna comes in three different firmness levels as well as eight different sizes with three handle types for a larger range of comfort. Soft ranges as a 2 in firmness level. Classic ranges as a 4 in firmness level. And Sport ranges as a 5 in firmness level. There are two main size ranges; Standard for average to high cervix height or Shorty for average to low cervix height. With 4 sizes in each range; S, M, L, and XL for a total of eight sizes to choose from. Handle types include Ring, Ball, and Stem.
Both Standard and Shorty cups follow the same diameters in size. The S is 38mm; The M is 41mm - The L is 44mm; The XL is 47mm; Standard's Lengths- NOT including stems as stem sizes vary! The S is 45mm; The M is 48mm - The L is 52mm; The XL is 56mm; Shorty's Lengths- Not including stems as stem sizes vary! The S is 35mm; The M is 38mm - The L is 41mm; The XL is 44mm
They are all identical, just slightly smaller or larger than the last so if one works for you than so should the others. You'll just need to figure out which size would be best for yourself. Sport tends to open much easier than the other firmness levels. Classic is the best in comfort and should be considered the firmness level to start with if just starting with the MeLuna Brand. Soft being the most difficult to open but the least noticeable once in place. For me, the ball stem is the most comfortable. The ring stems are the easiest to start with. And the stem the best for the very high cervix placement. And each a personal preference in comfort so you can pretty much figure out what you need with just trying one. They do offer a quiz on the website that might help you decide on sizing, leaving stem and firmness level up to you.
All the cups are of decent quality. The spring the cups have varies depending on which firmness level. The MeLuna brand is affordable, but the TPE tends to soften over time making it more difficult to open so that should be taken into consideration. They have added a rewards program for returning customers and cup Donations if you'd like to help someone in need. They also offer other feminine health products and supplies for cups, that are worth looking into on their website. Overall, for the price, it's a great brand to go with or to start with.
I shall be posing more reviews as I go; as well as useful information in hopes of helping other woman finding their perfect cup or period alternative!
Other information:
~ "Precious Stars Pads" > This young woman is the Queen of Menstrual Alternatives and has many wonderful and informative reviews, or videos in general, on youtube. As well as helpful tips on her Facebook page.
~ "Put A Cup In It" > has a wonderful quiz to help you get started as well as charts, a youtube channel, and a facebook page. https://putacupinit.com
~ "Red Herring" > A wonderful youtube and blogger with lots of useful information. https://redherringtv.wordpress.com/cup-comparisons/
~https://menstrualcups.wordpress.com > For a very detailed list and information on all kinds of menstrual cups.
~http://menstrualcup.co/menstrual-cup-comparison-chart/ > For charts and other information.
~http://thegreenvagina.com/ > For reviews, comparisons, and other information.
~ "Precious Stars Pads" > This young woman is the Queen of Menstrual Alternatives and has many wonderful and informative reviews, or videos in general, on youtube. As well as helpful tips on her Facebook page.
~ "Put A Cup In It" > has a wonderful quiz to help you get started as well as charts, a youtube channel, and a facebook page. https://putacupinit.com
~ "Red Herring" > A wonderful youtube and blogger with lots of useful information. https://redherringtv.wordpress.com/cup-comparisons/
~https://menstrualcups.wordpress.com > For a very detailed list and information on all kinds of menstrual cups.
~http://menstrualcup.co/menstrual-cup-comparison-chart/ > For charts and other information.
~http://thegreenvagina.com/ > For reviews, comparisons, and other information.
LENA Cups
The LENA menstrual cups are made in the USA and are a Tampon and Pad Alternative that follows a 100% satisfaction policy. (They send an email out straight away with various information to help make the switch to menstrual cups easier and they will work with you if you have any issues.)
Their cups have two types that both are made of safe medical grade silicone. Both types and sizes have a solid flat stem.
The regular cups come in three colors- Pink, Teal, and Purple made out of medical grade dyes; with a firmness level of 4. While the sensitive cups are clear, without dyes, and have a firmness level of 2. They come in recycled packaging. And are FDA cleared.
The Small is 1.57" in diameter and 1.81" in length with a 25 ml capacity. It's listed as light to medium flow. As well as considered best for "Before Birth". The Large is 1.77" in diameter and 2.00" in length with a 30 ml capacity. It's listed for medium to heavy flow. As well as considered best for "After Birth". (( Please note that each female body is different! And the best way to choose a cup is by cervix height, width, and flow. Rather than age like most cups suggest. ))
Both types feel like very high-quality silicone with a wonderful "spring" to them, making them open, in just about any fold. They have a slightly softer feel to them, to the point, it reminded me of velvet or even peach skin. The Sensitive opens almost as easy as the firmer Lena cups; all though, there are fewer folds that open as easy with the softer cups. They have a raised print with the Lena logo on the inner rim of the cups and four large air holes, that seem to tilt at a horizontal downward angle making a quick rinse super easy. They have a bell shape with grip rings around the base of the cups. That being said, the LENA brand is wonderful quality and I believe, a perfect starting cup! And though it wasn't the perfect one for me, it might work wonderfully for you. I hope that if you do try it, it's the perfect one for you.
Other information:
~ "Precious Stars Pads" > This young woman is the Queen of Menstrual Alternatives and has many wonderful and informative reviews, or videos in general, on youtube. As well as helpful tips on her Facebook page.
~ "Put A Cup In It" > has a wonderful quiz to help you get started as well as charts, a youtube channel, and a facebook page. https://putacupinit.com
~ "Red Herring" > A wonderful youtube and blogger with lots of useful information. https://redherringtv.wordpress.com/cup-comparisons/
~https://menstrualcups.wordpress.com > For a very detailed list and information on all kinds of menstrual cups.
~http://menstrualcup.co/menstrual-cup-comparison-chart/ > For charts and other information.
~http://thegreenvagina.com/ > For reviews, comparisons, and other information.
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