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There are certain milestones in a woman's life when she realizes she's resilient, a master multitasker, and, well… leaks blood. Like, a lot. It's called a period, that magical time of the month when we binge on blueberry muffins and burst into tears at the sight of a puppy. There are signs.
And although we've progressed a long way since being placed in solitary confinement over shredding our ovaries. There are more sophisticated ways of handling bloodshed over tampons and pads. Both smell bad, and neither is very hygienic.
Let's talk about the DIVA Cup, a simple yet effective way to catch blood flow and dispense easily. It's like the Rolls-Royce of period products, except you park it inside yourself. Not to mention, it's more sustainable because it's reusable. You also won't get TSS (toxic shock syndrome) from using a cup, but you can get it using a tampon. Why risk it when you don't have to?
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Plus, DIVA offers cleaning solutions, lubricants, and even underwear to pair with your new go-to cup.
No more walks of shame past your co-worker's desks, slipping tampons up your sleeves like you're smuggling cigs into prison.
The cup is made of 100% medical-grade silicone, which is super bendable and can be inserted inside you with ease. No leaks. No pad. No plastic. It is just mindless bliss for 12 hours until you need to empty and rinse. Well, maybe not bliss since it can't remove cramping, but it sure does relieve some stress.
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Like anything new, it takes some getting used to. But many women say they love how easy and clean it is. No more smell of dried blood in the trash or that constant anxiety about leaks. Sure, the first try might require a few whispered motivational quotes ('You're a warrior goddess' is a good one to start with), but once you get the hang of it, there's no going back to endless tampon purchases or frantic dashes to the bathroom. The DIVA Cup really can make your life a lot easier and cheaper. Are you ready to give it a try?
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