Inserting a Saalt DiscUpdated 5 months ago
We're so glad you're giving a Saalt Disc a try! Insertion can take some time to get the hang of, but we have some tips to help:
- First, relax as much as you can.😊 Many users find that tensing their pelvic muscles makes insertion very difficult. Relaxation is key!
- Fully evacuate your bowel before disc insertion or removal
- Change positions! If you’re sitting, try squatting (or vice versa). Some people find that one position may make insertion easier than another.
- Wet your disc with a water-based lubricant to reduce friction and help your disc glide more easily.
- If you’re having trouble keeping the disc pinched, use one hand to keep the disc pinched while using your other hand to gently push the disc in.
- Insert your disc at a horizontal angle, pointing toward your tailbone, to match the shape of your vaginal canal. When your disc is about halfway inserted, try angling it slightly downward as you insert it to help it go behind your cervix.
- Once the disc is inserted, use a finger to push up on the front of the rim (where the removal notch is) to tuck the disc behind your pubic bone. Many people find that it helps to use their thumb to secure the rim of their disc behind their pubic bone. The shorter length and different angle of the thumb can make a huge difference.
- Toggle the removal notch back and forth while gently bearing down to help the disc fully open to match the natural shape of your fornix.
- After your disc is inserted, try doing a couple of squats or kegels to help it move into a secure position.
It's totally normal for the disc to not open all the way and remain a little crumpled. This just means it has opened to match the natural shape of your vaginal fornix.
It may take some practice to find your best insertion technique, so keep trying small adjustments until you find what works best for you! Remember how it took you 2-3 periods to get the hang of tampons? Give yourself some patience and grace as you master your disc. Want real-time help from other savvy users? Check out our Saalt Cup Academy on Facebook.
Check out this video for more tips! And as always, if you need more support, please reach out to our coaches through this contact us form. TMI always welcome. disc disk insert put in