Leaks are no fun! Leaking can be caused by a few different factors and it is common to experience leaking when first learning to use a cup. It can take some time and practice to find that leak-free fit, but you have come to the right place for help!
Do you find that your cup starts to slip lower or slide down after insertion?. A cup that slips lower can often be a sign of pelvic floor weakness, tightness, or other pelvic support changes. If you suspect that this may be the case, we encourage you
If your Saalt Menstrual Cup is positioned incorrectly, it can put pressure on your urethra/bladder or your cervix. This can cause bladder pressure or discomfort such as additional cramping. Either way, changing the position of the cup should help rel
We have lots of helpful resources for all things cup-related! Here are some of our go-to's:. Full Instructions page. Saalt Cups Learn Page. Saalt Cup Academy. YouTube. Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. You can also reach out to our coaches through thi
For some, menstrual cup success comes right away, and for others, there is a learning curve that depends on the user's unique anatomy. Everyone is different! There are two big factors that really impact anyone's success with a menstrual cup. One is t
A Saalt Menstrual Cup should sit lower than a tampon in the vaginal canal, below the cervix. When positioned correctly, it should fit comfortably and be leak-free. It’s natural and normal for the cervix to change position throughout the cycle, so you
We're period experts, not medical experts, but there is a phenomenon called vasovagal syncope which can happen when a person's vagus nerve overreacts to a certain trigger such as the sight of blood, extreme emotional distress, or even pressure being
If you can't reach your menstrual cup when it is inserted, relax. The cup cannot get lost inside the vagina; sometimes it may sit higher up and be hard to reach (this can happen at night). You can use your pelvic muscles to move the cup lower. We ref
Wipe or rinse your labia after insertion to prevent spotting. Spotting can be caused by blood left in the vagina after insertion. After inserting your menstrual cup, swirl your finger around the cup to remove any excess blood, then wash your hands. Y
Oh no! We're sorry to hear this. Please reach out to our team through this contact us form so we can help. As a rule, the stem of your cup is not pull tab or string. The stem is there to help locate the cup, and should never be used as a pull tab (pu