Choose primarily based on your menstrual flow: If you have a light to medium flow, the small size S-M is sufficient (holds up to 4 tampons). If you have a heavier flow during the first two days, we recommend the larger disc M-L (holds up to 6 tampons). For the large disc, you should check if you can fully insert your index finger until you reach your cervix. If yes, the large disc has enough space. If your uterus sits rather low, we recommend the small disc.

With the disc, unlike with the menstrual cup, you don't necessarily have to switch to the larger size after a vaginal birth. Focus primarily on the strength of your menstruation. Often, the uterus lowers a bit after childbirth. If this is the case for you and you can't fully insert your index finger until you reach your cervix, we recommend the smaller disc S-M.

Yes, as the disk works without vacuum or negative pressure, you can also use it with an IUD.

You can wear the disc for a maximum of 12 hours. Every 12 hours, you should fully remove the disc, empty it completely, and rinse it briefly with water. In between, you can also empty the disc while using the toilet without fully removing it.

For hygiene reasons, you should get a new disc approximately every five years. You should replace it sooner if it develops any cracks or holes or if it is generally not in good condition anymore.

When you go to the toilet, you can empty the menstrual disc without fully removing it: Hook your index finger on the front rim (it's easiest from above), pull the disc slightly out of your vagina so it can empty. It helps to alternately tighten and relax your pelvic floor muscles to ensure the disc is fully emptied. Don't forget to push the double rim back up behind the pubic bone.

Every 12 hours, you should fully remove the disc, empty it completely into the toilet, and briefly rinse it with water in the sink. Alternatively, the best way to do this is in a squatting position in the shower.

If the disc slips deeper into the vagina, for example after sex, you can go into a wide-legged squat and relax to make it easier to remove. The menstrual disc cannot disappear into your vagina, so you will always be able to retrieve it. If you still can't remove it yourself, please visit your gynecologist.

Exactly as always! You can usually remove and empty the disc as normal. If you can't grasp the rim of the disc at first, don't panic. The disc cannot get lost, and you will definitely be able to retrieve it. Be patient; the disc will naturally move downwards as it fills. Squat in the shower, as this shortens the vaginal canal, and gently bear down. This will allow you to better grasp the front rim of the disc and remove it.

Is your disc not completely leak-proof during your first cycle? Don't worry, it's totally normal to need some adjustment time for the disc to fit perfectly. I experienced this myself. Here are some tips to help the disc become leak-proof:

• Sometimes, the disc may still sit too low and not fully cover the cervix, or there might be too much pressure on the pubic bone. Especially if you're used to cups, it's easy to push the disc not far enough up. When inserting, push it all the way back and up towards the tailbone until it won't go any further. Sometimes different angles can help get the back rim past the cervix.
• The best way to do this at the beginning is to squat in the shower or bathtub. This shortens your vaginal canal, allowing you to push the disc further back so that the back rim sits behind the cervix. You should then be able to feel the cervix through the thin silicone layer of the disc.
• Afterward, it's important to push the front rim of the disc up behind the pubic bone. You can recognize the pubic bone by inserting a finger and pressing upward towards your belly. The hard bone you feel is your pubic bone.
• Alternatively, you could try the smaller disc if you are currently using the M-L size. The larger size might not have enough space and could dislodge from the pubic bone.
  

Also, check out our reels on Instagram for tips and tricks on using the disc, such as the insertion:
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With a few more tries, it should hopefully work soon. Best of luck and patience!

Maybe you are one of the women for whom the disc fits very snugly between the pubic bone and the cervix, making automatic emptying impossible.

No problem, you can still easily empty the disc without fully removing it: Simply release the front rim from the pubic bone with your finger (preferably from above) and pull it out just a little bit.

Empty the disc and rinse it under warm water. You can also use a bit of hand soap to wash off any blood residue.

At the end of your period, boil the disc for 5 minutes. The easiest way to do this is by placing it in a cup, pouring boiling water over it, and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.

I like to use an old toothbrush to thoroughly clean the double rim of the disc before boiling it.

The menstrual disc is hypoallergenic and is made from 100% medical-grade silicone (platinum) from Germany. This is free from BPA, plasticizers, phthalates or other chemicals and is ISO-certified as a medical product. This means it has no negative impact on your vaginal flora or pH value.

Our menstrual disc is made from 100% medical-grade silicone from Germany, and it is produced by our partner in China. We spent two years contacting various producers within and outside Europe, examining and testing different disc models and materials. We found the best disc quality (as thin as possible) with our current production partner in China. For the material, we chose a German silicone manufacturer of the highest medical quality. This way, we managed to combine the best material with the best manufacturing process. We package the disc in our manufactory and design all the packaging ourselves.

Ideally, we would love to produce everything in Switzerland. However, at the moment, this is still so expensive that we could only offer the disc at a significantly higher price. With PERIOD, we want to ensure that innovative menstrual products are accessible to as many women as possible, which is why production costs play a crucial role.

Once the disc is completely dry, store it in its original packaging or another bag in a place protected from light and out of the reach of children.

Unlike a cup, the menstrual disc works without suction. This makes wearing and emptying it easier and can also reduce period pain. The M-L size disc has an even larger capacity than most cups, making it the perfect solution for women with a heavy flow.

With some practice, the menstrual disc can be automatically emptied on the toilet. Even without "auto-dumping," emptying it is easier than with a suction cup, as the disc does not need to be completely removed each time.

No, the menstrual disc has no contraceptive effect and does not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases.

Das toxische Schocksyndrom (TSS) ist eine sehr seltene, aber gefährliche bis hin zu lebensbedrohliche Erkrankung, die bei der Verwendung von Tampons und anderen Periodenprodukten auftreten kann. Symptome können plötzlich einsetzen und denen einer Grippe ähneln: Fieber von 39°C und höher, Erbrechen, Durchfall, Schwindel, Ohnmacht und/oder sonnenbrandähnlicher Hautausschlag. Wenn du eines der oben genannten Symptome bemerkst, entferne sofort deinen Tampon und suche eine Ärztin oder einen Arzt auf. Teile unbedingt mit, dass du deine Periode hast und eine Menstruationsdisk verwendet hast. TSS kann lebensbedrohlich sein und muss daher frühzeitig erkannt und behandelt werden.