Just like you learn and get used to inserting and removing tampons – the same applies for a menstrual cup. Once you get the hang of it, you won’t even feel it and the process will become a breeze.
No matter than brand or make of your menstrual cup, the process remains largely the same. There are a few different ways of inserting the cup, so you will just need to do some trial and error to see which one works best for you. Trust us, once you master the art, there will be no turning back to single-use tampons and pads!

See some helpful videos below from some of our awesome partner brands on instructions for inserting and removing your cup.

As always, for any follow up questions please reach out to us at
hello@yourbodyyourway.org.

Menstrual discs are a great, suction-free, large capacity leak-proof solutions during your period.

(Bonus – you can even have sex/play time while using them!)

Just like tampons or the equally wonderful menstrual cup – they can take getting used to. But trust us, once you nail the insertion and removal method and way that works for you,
you’ll never turn back!

No matter than brand or make of your menstrual cup, the process remains largely the same.

See some helpful videos below from some of our awesome partner brands on instructions for inserting and removing your cup.

As always, for any follow up questions please reach out to us at
hello@yourbodyyourway.org.

Keeping your cup or disc clean is an incredibly simple process.

Given that you can wear a disc or cup for up to 12 hours, hopefully you will be able to clean it in your home. You can simply rinse it with water for every change, and sterilise it after each period.

If you are at home, you can use the following methods…
1. BOILING: You can boil your cup or disc (no matter the brand) in a pot for 3-5mins

2. USING STERILSIER:  
a. Put your cup or disc in the steriliser and fill 3/4 full with water. Make sure the sterilizer IS NOT completely full to ensure it does not overflow.
b. DO NOT close the lid, just place it loosely on top (otherwise it pops open from the heat pressure and hot water will spill).
c. Place the sterilizer (with your menstrual cup inside) into the microwave. Microwave for 3 minutes, or enough time to bring the water to a boil
and to leave it boiling for a few minutes.
d. After it is boiled BE CAREFUL not to burn yourself – the sterilizer will be very hot. Once the water has cooled down, you can take out your menstrual cup.
e. Your cup is now clean and ready to use during your next menstrual cycle.
f. Once finished, you can clean the Ruby Sterilizer in the dishwasher.
g. Please make sure Ruby Clean is completely dry before you store it away
h. You can put your cup or disc into your steriliser, and then place in a pot and boil for 3-5mins or microwave

3. USING WASH: Clean your cup or disc with a menstrual cup/disc wash with water. Make sure it s completely dry before storing it.

If you are in a public space/bathroom, you can use the following methods…
1. Empty your cup or disc, wipe with toilet paper, reinsert
2. Empty your cup or disc, wipe with toilet paper, spray with barrier spray,
reinsert

For more helpful hints for when you are in public, please see video below from our awesome partner brand Saalt.

Emptying your cup or disc is a simple process, once you get the hang of insertion and removal (see instructions and helpful videos above).

Once you remove your cup or disc, you can empty in the toilet, sink, or shower. You simply then rinse (or wipe with toilet paper) the cup or disc, and then reinsert. Voila!

Making the switch to period undies and swimwear is AMAZING.

Once you have found the right cut and absorbency that works for you, using these products become a breeze.

For underwear
1. Wash before wear (cold wash, no tumble dry, no fabric softener) to activate it and get the most wear out of your underwear
2. Wear
3. Change when needed (depends on your flow and absorbency of the pair you are wearing)
4. Store in wet/dry bag, or throw straight into the wash
5. Cold wash (no tumble dry, no fabric softener, can even throw in a delicates
wash bag)
6. Line dry
7. Repeat!

For Swimwear
1. Wash before weer (cold wash, no tumble dry) to activate it and get the most
wear out of your swimwear
2. Rinse in cold water just after use, until water runs clear (can do this in the
shower)
8. Cold wash (no tumble dry, no fabric softener, can even throw in a delicates
wash bag)
3. Line dry
4. Wait until fully dry – then wear and repeat!

Reusable pads are amazing. High levels of absorbency, and in colourful patterns. What's not to love?

To use, simply place onto underwear where you would a disposable pad, and clip into place using the clips on the side of the pads. Change as needed (depending on your flow) when you are no longer feeling dry, or about every 3-4hours.

To wash, simply rinse with cold water and then (if at home) put straight into the washing machine or, (if out) put into a wet/dry bag.

When washing, use a cold wash, no fabric softener, and do not tumble dry.

Then simply repeat!

Period poverty refers to people who are menstruating who are unable to manage their periods in a healthy and dignified way, due to a lack of access to: menstrual products, sanitation, hygiene facilities, education and awareness, and safe water. This lack of access can be due to any number of barriers. These barriers can include financial, geographical, socioeconomic, or cultural barriers.

Period poverty can have significant ongoing and long-term effects on education, work, employment, and mental and physical health. Period poverty often leads to women and girls dropping out of school and missing out on work for extended periods of time, significantly effecting their opportunities for self-determination, income, and independence. These effects can be experienced not only by the person with the period, but also their family, including children.

Period poverty is a global issue, and even though it affects mostly those in low to middle-income countries in rural areas, it is also a problem in wealthy countries.

Figure shows that over 50% of girls and women in Australia, found it difficult to access and afford period products when they need them, while European figures estimate one in ten people with periods face period poverty.

Watch some of the powerful videos below about period poverty, for an idea of the effects in can have on women and girls all over the world.

Making the change to reusable period products helps the world in the number of significant ways. We’ve summarised a few below, but if you are interested in reading about this in more detail – check out our awesome guide and information book to learn all things periods, reusable care, period poverty, and changing the world. Email us for a copy.

1. Saves the environment – from up to 12,000 or 140kgs of plastic and waste
from single-use pads and tampons entering our landfills and waterways

2. Saves you money, time, and worry – if you use even the most expensive combination of reusable period care products over your menstruating life, you could save anywhere from approximately $6,000 - $17,000. We know we would prefer that money in our pockets, plus never having to worry about 'running out' or not being able to afford period care products each month!

3. Helps your health – using reusable period care products allows you to stop
putting harsh chemicals from pads and tampons into your body.

4. Helps women and girls through contributions to social programs – allows those living in period poverty to have their periods in a dignified and safe way, allowing them to attend school or work, which in turns allows them greater self-determination and opportunities in their lives.

Your Body Your Way is committed to everything we do being as highly ethical and sustainable as possible.

Each brand we partner with (and the products we stock from them) have been researched and accredited as meeting the following standards:

- 100% vegan (no harm done to animals)
- Plastic free (preventing plastic pollution of land and water)
- Ethically produced (either produced in a global north country with high levels
of standards and welfare for workers, or produced by a factory that is third-
party WRAP certified)
- Many are B Corp certified (companies that demonstrate a high level of social
and environmental performance, accountably, transparency, and commitment)
- Many are women led
- Many have their own social impact programs (meaning when you purchase
from Your body Your Way, you double your impact!)

If you have any questions about the products or brands we partner with, or would like to join Your Body Your Way as a brand, please reach out to us at
hello@yourbodyyourway.org.

Your Body Your Way is a new social enterprise and as such, we are growing our social impact program day by day.

We are currently working to begin our program in schools in remote Indigenous Communities in Australia, where period poverty can be prevalent. We hope to expand this program to women’s groups in communities in the future.

Our program is two-pronged - providing a culturally safe and appropriate sexual health & period education program to schools, alongside a donation of reusable period care products to students. 50% of the profits from the sale of products here will go towards funding this program.

The program will pilot in 2025, and we cannot wait to show you how we are tracking, the communities you are contributing towards, and the impact that making the switch can have!

Stay tuned for more updates, very exciting times ahead!

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