As we talked about in previous posts, the menstrual cycle is a biological process that is repeated regularly in a woman body, starting from the first menstruation (menarche) until the last menstrual period (menopause). It has a periodical character.The menstrual cycle begins with menstruation. After this phase, follicular or pre-ovulation phase occurs.
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Menstruation - the first phase of menstrual cycle
The first day of your menstruation is the day 1 in your menstrual cycle (CD1). The period usually lasts anything from 3 to 7 days. You may feel cramps, because the hormones in your body are forcing your womb to shed the lining that was built up in the previous cycle.
Uterus anticipates that the egg will be fertilized and grow into a baby. So in preparation, it grows a sponge-like layer of tissue and blood cells, called endometrium, which is meant to provide safety, warmth and nourishment to the baby for the nine months of pregnancy. If the egg is not fertilized, the endometrium breaks down and flows out through your vaginal opening in the form of bleeding.
The Mooncup is a reusable menstrual cup, around two inches long and made from soft medical grade silicone. It is worn internally a lot lower than a tampon but, while tampons and pads absorb menstrual fluid, the Mooncup collects it. This means it doesn’t cause dryness or irritation, and also that it collects far more (three times as much as a ‘super-absorbent’ tampon’!).
I started to use the mooncup, because the Mooncup is reusable, you only need one. I really didn't like throwing my money into toilet every month. And it not only saves you money, but also helps the environment.
I recommend to learn more about the Mooncup before buying it
This video is from the official Mooncup page
What is going on in your body during menstruation
Thanks to the production and combination of hormones such as the follicle-stimulating hormone, the luteinizing hormone, estrogens and progesterons, several changes occur during the menstrual cycle. These hormones play role in the release of the egg and also of the growing of the lining of uterus.Uterus anticipates that the egg will be fertilized and grow into a baby. So in preparation, it grows a sponge-like layer of tissue and blood cells, called endometrium, which is meant to provide safety, warmth and nourishment to the baby for the nine months of pregnancy. If the egg is not fertilized, the endometrium breaks down and flows out through your vaginal opening in the form of bleeding.
Cheap, healthy and eco-friendly solution for your menstruation - the mooncup
The Mooncup is a reusable menstrual cup, around two inches long and made from soft medical grade silicone. It is worn internally a lot lower than a tampon but, while tampons and pads absorb menstrual fluid, the Mooncup collects it. This means it doesn’t cause dryness or irritation, and also that it collects far more (three times as much as a ‘super-absorbent’ tampon’!).
I started to use the mooncup, because the Mooncup is reusable, you only need one. I really didn't like throwing my money into toilet every month. And it not only saves you money, but also helps the environment.
I recommend to learn more about the Mooncup before buying it
You can also watch this video how to use it - I found it very helpful
This video is from the official Mooncup page
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