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Here's the Peachlife cup that I got from Amazon recently. I have a high cervix and a pretty snug opening (despite having had penetrative sex for the last 14 years!) and so far it's a good experience. They have several different firmnesses and the dang thing has a RING on the bottom - at last! I tried a different brand before but it was a stem design that would NOT BUDGE for removal if it had the right suction. I have surprisingly short fingers and a tummy, so it ended up being a slippery situation. I had to ask my husband for help, and that freed it (bless him lol). That was what got me to find the Peachlife cup.

I am new to this cup but because it is pretty comfy (I have the soft large version) I can say it's working pretty well so far. Not a lot of stress getting it out! That said, everybody is different and maybe looking into other designs might work a lot better for you. No shame in that! I hope various companies keep coming out with new options for snug people like us.

Hi! I don't have a lot of personal experience with longer cups, but I can discuss some that other people have loved.

The JuJu High Cervix cup is exactly the same length as the Lily but firmer. It's supposed to be a very easy cup to insert - the stem is quite soft but the cup body is long enough that you should always be able to reach it. A bit slippery though, not much grip on the stem or the base of the cup so if your Lily ever moved up high enough that it was hard to grab you might need to think twice about this one.

The Merula cup, (regular or XL, both 46mm wide) has a firm body and a long ladder-shaped stem. The regular is 6mm shorter than the Lily and the XL is 2mm shorter overall. The stem is soft which makes it easy to remove (hook your finger through and pull) but harder to insert. There are also no suction holes around the rim, which some people love because it's easier to clean but other people find interferes with forming a seal.

The Yuuki size 2 is 4mm shorter than the Lily and 47mm wide. I'd only recommend this one if you tried and were comfortable with the Diva size 2, otherwise it might be too wide for you. A lot of people do love it though!

The XO Flo is 86mm long for the regular size and 74mm long for the mini, so maybe not quite the right length but a decent cup and worth mentioning.

The Keeper cups (size A, size B) are 1mm longer than the Lily and as they are rubber rather than silicone they are very firm. Rubber cups have a reputation for degrading a bit faster than silicone ones though, and I'm not a fan of the ridges on the side.

The Luv Ur Body range is quite long - 65mm small, 82mm medium, 77mm large - but I've heard complaints that the grippy embossed pattern on the outside is uncomfortable.

Just for reference, the Lily cups are 78mm long and either 40mm (size A) or 44mm (B) wide. The Diva cups are 40 (size 0) 43 (1) or 46mm (2) wide. If your Diva was moving sideways inside you it may have been too narrow.

I love my Korean Unicup. The price is right at $22 for a set of two. Unless you have a super high cervix, these cups would fit the majority of women,because it's short but has a good stem.

Another great cup that is just easy is the French Fleurcup - also great price at EURO 20 for a set of 2.

Both of these are not too hard, not too soft/flimsy, pop open instantly once inserted.

First of all congrats on your new adventure! Sorry it has been so tough. :-/

You can trim some of the stem so it isn't so uncomfortable when you have it in just make sure to leave a little to grab hold of if

It is impossible to suction your uterus out pulling on the cup, so no worries there.

When taking the cup out you MUST release the suction before trying to pull on the stem. To release the suction you grab the very bottom of the cup(above the stem) and squeeze, from there it should easily come out. I know it seems like a good idea to practice while not on your period, but when you are on your period you have a lot more lubrication to help you and ease discomfort.

Don't give up! I found the diva cup can be hard for beginners as it is a stiffer silicone than other brands. I personally like the lunette brand
Amazon has a lot of cheaper brands read the reviews and see what you like.

You can also find a lot of YouTube videos that show techniques for putting in and removing the cup. Good luck!

It's nearly thirty bucks on Amazon, but maybe the Cora cup? The body is soft (except for the base where the stem attaches, which is helpful if you need to push the cup up further once it pops open) so it feels comfortable, but the rim is firmer so it wants to pop open. You get the best of both worlds, essentially.

Closer to your price range, but still a good soft cup, is the Lena sensitive. It's about $25 on Amazon.

If budget is your main motivator and you're willing to struggle for a bit to get used to it, the Lily Cup compact (in size A, the smaller size) is now about $16 on Amazon. The silicone is really nice, but because it's a collapsible cup, it can be challenging to position.

I'm don't have many suggestions on how to remove your Lunette any faster other than to say you'll get faster with practice.

You could try a different cup, either one with spill-proofing or one with higher capacity. Assuming you need a fairly small cup ...

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Cups with spill-proofing:

Femmycycle Petite

Formoonsa Medium

Imari Rose cup

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Small-diameter cups with higher capacities than Lunette small:

XO-FLO Mini 31-37ml

Fun Cup Small 30-35ml

Casco Small 26-30ml

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The Rose cup is hard to get outside of Japan, but it is my go-to cup. The anti-spill rim isn't truly spill-proof, but it does help to cut down on mess. You might get this one out faster than the Lunette.

Femmycycle and Formoonsa have a truly spill-proof rim that should prevent spillage even if you drop it on the floor so long as the cup isn't over-filled. You might get a little blood on your finger-tip popping out the rim to pour, but very mess-free. The "Medium" Formoonsa is about the same size as the Petite Femmycycle. "Small" for Formoonsa is a 10ml "training" cup that comes with either of the other sizes. The cups do not have to open completely, so it may be a bit quicker to get them in as well.

The higher capacity cups I list are just a few that I found that are 41 or 42mm diameter and hold enough more that you might notice the difference. There are others in the range of Casco, but the increase is small enough I only listed the one. XO-FLO and Fun Cup are the ones I know that are a significant increase.

Note: I'm probably smaller than you are, and need a very small cup, myself. The cups I mentioned that I have personally used successfully are Femmycycle and Rose Cup. My other suggestions are based on third-party recommendations (reviews online, that sort of thing). I used Lunette Small as well, successfully but not the easiest for me to insert.

I haven't tried the one you linked or any cup with a drain but i do have a Super Jennie that I absolutely love https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A2YZUBC/ref=twister_B0146AI05G?_encoding=UTF8&th=1 its a rounder cup with a shorter stem best cup iv'e tried so far :)

So here is what I was referencing when I said that... maybe this was more so a mistake on Amazon's part? Not sure who is responsible for the info included in the screenshots: https://imgur.com/a/k2z5Hdu

Also, on Lena's site they say:

> Most people can wear either size Lena Cup but choose one over the other primarily based on flow amount, cervix height during menstruation and general physique.
At Lena we do not believe that age and birthing history play a significant role in choosing a menstrual cup. Mothers with multiple births are happily using Lena Small while teenagers, with a heavy flow, choose Lena Large.

>Lena Small is ideal for users with a normal flow.
Lena Large is suited for users with a heavy flow.

— Source

Now I will admit they say that "most" people can use either size and that the size chosen is based on flow + cervical height, etc. but when I was looking at the product on Amazon, I was mostly just seeing the description of the sizes to be based on flow rather than cervical height. I will admit some fault on my part due not being thorough (even though I thought I was) but you can see what I was basing my decision on in those screenshots I linked.

(Here is the Amazon link too, for reference so you can scroll and see the chart in the screenshots if you want: LINK)

https://www.amazon.com/Wegreeco-Bamboo-Reusable-Sanitary-Pattern/dp/B07K68G39T/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?keywords=bamboo%2Bcloth%2Bpads&qid=1568562562&s=gateway&sr=8-7&th=1&psc=1

$13.99 US. (Just get the 30 day prime trial for free shipping, you can cancel before its over and after you get your pads if you dont like it or dont want to spend the $12 a month)

6 pack bamboo pads and a wet bag, thats the medium but you can also scroll to the small or large or get different prints. They're pretty cheap seeing as when I searched on etsy (the recommended) site for cloth pads it was $16 per ONE pad. And if youre using it as backup the bamboo is absorbent and soooo soft and comfortable against the skin for long days. Using seventh generation disposables are also an option for those days when you want to do good by your body and the environment but cant spring for a reusable option that day. Once finished fold the pad in half and clip the buttons together and throw it in the wet bag to take home and wash. The 6 should last you way past all day and still leave 3 for the next. I hope this helped!

I too have been searching for a large capacity cup. I have a limited budget, so I can't comment on the higher priced options like the Super Jennie, Merula XL & FemmyCycle (all are $40 & up). I do like my Yuuki classic (sz Large), but it's a very firm cup, which isn't for everyone. Amazon sells a 2 pack with the classic firmness & the "soft" version for about $30. I just bought a very large capacity cup called Venus for $20 on Amazon. It has a listed capacity of 47ml & is a medium firmness like the Diva cup. I have about another week until I can use it on my cycle, but I did a 'dry run' & it was great.

I wouldn't advise getting a used cup. Duchess cups are 2 for $18 on Amazon. I've never used them but a friend of mine approves. Here's a link https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBJFA3M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ogLMybFPKE9MC

The Pixie cup is another good deal at $15. It comes with sanitizing wipes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0197T6IEQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zhLMyb8Z8EK28

Just search Amazon for "menstrual cup" and you'll see plenty of affordable options

Amazon has many good options! If you tell us a bit more about your anatomy and needs we can make better recommendations. Here are the well known FDA approved brands under $40 on Amazon:
Diva
Lena
SuperJennie

There are a few more but these are some of the favorite brands that you can find lots of reviews and info for.

Fun factory $40 for two. I've tried several and I think these are the best. Nice silicon, soft, flexible, shaped to your body.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K68G39T/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=babybellykell-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07K68G39T&linkId=0e0bdb40126d1425f510fc9214808168 these cloth pads are pretty good my sister uses them.

I prefer period panties as my backup I use this brand
https://ilovegenerationme.com/eco-friendly-family-products/evawear-period-panty

I bought the Dutchess Cup on Amazon, 2 for $15.99. I like them so far! https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PBJFA3M/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thank you. I’m also considering Skoon and Lena Sensitive as well. I think my current problem is the rim.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CJ5BKAM/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

https://www.amazon.com/LENA-Sensitive-Menstrual-Cup-Alternative/dp/B01JX4QUDY?crid=3QFDSKIHJFA58&keywords=lena+cup&qid=1537289448&sprefix=lena&sr=8-2-spons&ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa&psc=1

I have the same problem you do on my heavier days, and I switched to the Yuuki cup. The large capacity one is just as tall (long?) as a Divacup, but a little bit wider/shaped differently (fuller? it doesn't taper off as much at the bottom) so it has a huuuuuge capacity. The small Yuuki cup is a little shorter, but still has the same capacity as the regular Divacup, so that's what I use on my "normal" days now. I keep my Divacup in the car as a backup.



Here's a link to the Yuuki cup on Amazon. You can get the Large and the Small for $25 (so $12 each).

The Dutchess Cup was one of them. Very similar to the Diva cup, but the silicone was so thin at the base that I had trouble with insertion. As for the other cup I tried, I can't remember which it was, but it had good reviews on Amazon. Unfortunately, I had ordered it when I was using my sister's Amazon so I don't have access to which one it was anymore.