Today’s episode is all about reusable menstrual cups! I dive into the most common questions about using menstrual cups from insertion and cleaning, to emptying your cup in public washrooms! Nothing is TMI in this episode, and you’ll definitely want to tune in if you’ve been considering making the switch! Today’s episode is sponsored by INTIMINA™. Discover a healthier, cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to disposable period products. Made from 100% medical grade silicone, INTIMINA's reusable menstrual cups are body-safe, ultra-smooth and hygienic. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/INTIMINA today to find your perfect cup, and enter the promo code: FERTILITY15 for 15% off on all cups! Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.     Topics discussed in today's episode: Fun facts about INTIMINA™ How reusable menstrual cups are financially cheaper over time Practical benefits of using menstrual cups How changing to menstrual cups reduces your exposure to chemicals contained in pads or tampons How to know what size and shape cup you need What to do with the cup before you use for the first time The proper way to insert and remove a period cup The importance of having a backup when first starting to use a cup How to clean your menstrual cup Why silicone is one of the choice materials for a cup Benefits for young girls to use a cup Lisa’s overall experience with the INTIMINA™ menstrual cups The characteristics of the INTIMINA™ Ziggy Cup and how it is like a diaphragm The difference in the INTIMINA™ Lily Cups The benefits of the Lily Cup Compact when on the go How the Lily Cup One is a great size menstrual cup for a moderate-light period The only challenge Lisa had when trying the INTIMINA™ menstrual cups   Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.   Resources mentioned: Head over to fertilityfriday.com/INTIMINA today to find your perfect cup, and enter the promo code: FERTILITY15 for 15% off on all cups! INTIMINA™ Lily Cup Line User Manual INTIMINA™ Lily Cup Compact INTIMINA™ Lily Cup One INTIMINA™ Ziggy Cup Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Program The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize your Fertility | Audiobook | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Get The First chapter of The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE | thefifthvitalsignbook.com   Related podcasts & blog posts: FFP 239 | 6 Ways to Improve Your Menstrual Cycle in 2019 | Lisa | Fertility Friday FFP 217 | All About Menstrual Cups! | Lisa | Fertility Friday FFP 156 | Menstrual Cups & Your Period | An Interview With The Founder of Lunette | Heli Kurjanen FFP 135 | Are Your Menstrual Products Toxic? | The Truth About Conventional Pads & Tampons | Managing Menstruation in Low Resource Settings | Molly Hayward FFP 127 | What Does a Normal Period Look Like? | How Much Am I Supposed To Bleed During My Period? | Lisa | Fertility Friday FFP 078 | Lunapads & The Diva Cup | Sustainable, Eco-friendly & Healthy Menstrual Products | Madeleine Shaw & Suzanne Siemens     Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: INTIMINA™ Head over to fertilityfriday.com/INTIMINA today to find your perfect cup, and enter the promo code: FERTILITY15 for 15% off on all cups! Conceiving With Fertility Awareness From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issu