Cora Menstrual Disc | Reusable Period Disc | Wear Up to 12-Hours | Sustainable Alternative to Tampons/Pads | for Light/Heavy Flows | Leak Proof | Medical Grade Silicone | Eco-Friendly Feminine Hygiene

This product has legitimately helped make my period bearable. I'll be singing praises of the menstrual disc to anyone who will listen. I am a Nuvaring user, so I got pretty comfortable with my cervix height and anatomy through that. In the past, I had tried cups, but I have a form of vaginismus and things sitting inside the vagina itself causes discomfort. So tampons have often failed me and been uncomfy. Pads shift and bunch up and cause leaks and cups are a no go. So I figured in my quest for an eco friendly, cost friendly, and leak free solution I would try a disc. And I'm so glad I did! My first purchase was a Lumma High since my cervix is very high (takes entire middle finger length to get behind public bone) and it is very different from Cora and has it's own strengths and weaknesses. Lumma is very flexible and it's rim is not nearly as thick and firm. It's also slightly larger. So it's more likely to pop free or "auto dump" at least for my personal anatomy. But it's something with patience and learning I deal with. So the Lummas strengths are it is easy to insert and remove, is very comfortable in doing so, and has the possibility for auto dumping and puts minimal pressure on me. It's weaknesses are the possibility of coming loose- so rigorous physical activity and lots of movement is scary but it's a perfect wear for a long, comfy, easy, sitting work day. In comes the Cora disc, recommended to me by a reusable product community by people who had the same concerns with their Lumma. The rim is thicker and it is not as flexible as the Lumma. The silicone is still soft and smooth it's just the thickness in construction. This is where the Cora shines. Insertion can be a bit more of an effort for someone with pelvic floor sensitivity like myself because it's very firm. But the firmness is it's strength for me because once it's tucked...that baby isn't coming loose. Bearing down, exercising, and lots of movement have nothing on the Cora. It stayed put with no worry, no leaks, no discomfort at all. Removal became a task again because it is so firm and wants to stay put. I think it can form a slight suction depending on its fit and while the little finger grip doesn't allow for a pull down like Lumma does, I find it does help me get a two finger pinch- pointer in the indent and thumb over the edge to pull out. The firmness can give a slight discomfort on pull out but it's shortlived and not any more than the dryness of a tampon would give me. So, long story short. The firmness of Cora and it's design means one can get a disc that stays put and gives a leak free and comfortable experience. However the firmness can also make insertion and removal more of a task than some other comparable discs. I still think past the learning curve it's perfectly manageable but it's up to the user if the removal/insertion is a worthwhile trade. Since the size was such a perfect fit for me and I've never had a perfectly leak free period in my life before discs...I think it's definitely a worthwhile trade off and Cora just might be my "goldilocks" product. Long review aside: every body is different! Just like cups have sizes, discs do too and while the fornix is more likely to have more universal sizing, as you can see from some reviews some have found the disc too difficult or too leak prone with their own anatomy. Trial and error is to be expected when finding the product for you. Compare, research, and know yourself first!! I would recommend Cora as a try for anyone interested.

Ive been through 3 or 4 reusable period cups before I came across this. The suction involved with cups made my cramps so much worse. And folding and inserting the cups (Warning: graphic) made me feel like I was fisting myself. I can insert this disc singlehandedly. Its super easy to fold, no need to push down the finger grip like another reviewer said. And it slides right in. Super comfortable. I can't feel it at all and it doesn't leak even on my "super" days. What I'm most surprised about is the self emptying feature. It happened naturally when using the bathroom but after my initial surprise I was ecstatic. It makes wearing it at work or in public a non-issue. No bottles of water in a public bathroom stall. Taking it out was the hardest to get right. It was...messy at first. And the finger grip leaves a bit to be desired. My first time I had to step into the shower and figure it out. Now its easier but it definitely takes some practice. The DUMBEST thing is the packaging. I'm speaking to the sellers/manufacturers here. There is absolutely no reason for the tin to be that big. They could produce 3 properly sized containers from the material used for just one. I wish I had this product years ago. Would've saved me a lot in trying to find a good fit and using back up tampons. If you suffer from increased cramps from regular cups, this is your sign to switch.

Update: Well I may have jumped the gun with my prior review. My flow is usually very heavy on day 2 and sometimes day 3. After I wrote my last review, I went on to experience numerous leaks throughout the next 2 days. Nothing major, but super annoying. It was imperative that I wore a backup pad. I checked the position of it so many times. I cannot understand where I'm going wrong. It auto dumped, so I cannot imagine the disc was full. On my lighter days it holds up just fine. It seems that my insertion technique is just fine. That all being said, I had to change ultra tampons every 2 hours before, so changing a pad every few hours isn't the worst thing. Frustrating though because everyone online says it should be leak free. .. im going to continue researching and see if another brand works better. I sure hope I find something because this is getting expensive. I am so beyond thrilled! I have been using tampons since my teen years ( mid 30s now). I have given birth. I always have had to use ultra tampons for my first couple days and would need to change them every couple hours. Lately , with the tampon shortages I found that my ultra tampons were nearly impossible to find. I tried 3 different cups. None of them worked for me. It was a mess removing them and inserting. I always leaked no matter what i tried. I tried this disc as a last ditch effort, I said to myself that if this thing doesn't work, I'm done and I'll just hunt for tampons. This thing held up ALL NIGHT on my heaviest flow. I've never had that luxury before! I always woke up to a soaked through tampon and backup pad. I really like the fact that this disc "auto dumps" when on the toilet. It's fantastic for those heavy days! I have only been using it for 2 days and have only experienced a couple minor leaks. I worked out while wearing it and it stayed in plave perfectly, no leaks. THis is such a freedom from having to change tampons every couple hours or dealing with a cup. Removal was indeed a little tricky. The pamphlet says to bear down and they're absolutely right. It helps! No need to panic, it will come out with a little effort.

I have endometriosis, so shark week can be a particularly challenging time. I have extreme pain, swelling and discomfort which causes me to miss work or basic activities often. I chose to try this disc for several reasons: 1. I read that they can help ease some of the discomfort which is often magnified by tampons. 2. The disc doesn't suction in place like a cup does. I felt that the suction may cause me more pain. 3. I liked that this disc purchase contributes to making menstrual care and products available to girls who may not have access in other countries, which often forces them to miss school. 4. Saves money - I don't have to shell out for boxes of tampons each month! DID IT REDUCE DISCOMFORT? Yes. It reduced my discomfort noticeably. WILL IT LEAK? only if you do not insert it correctly. Everyone's anatomy is different, but here's what worked for me: Pinch it at the END not in the middle, and insert it slowly, little by little. Aim "down" not straight back. Poke the little handle up to tuck it in when you're done! WILL IT REALLY LAST 12 HOURS? When correctly inserted, yes! Mine did, and my flow is heavy. Test it at home for a day with a panty liner to better teach yourself how to use it before you go on adventures! CAN I WORK OUT OR SLEEP IN IT? Yes, I do and it works perfectly. IS IT EASY TO REMOVE? Yes and no. It doesn't suction in place, so pulling it out is not the issue. My one challenge is trying to hook my finger into that little indentation to leverage it out. You can, it just takes practice. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE LONG NAILS! I do... but I remove them during this time. I will be trying out a disc with a silicone string in future. HOW DO YOU STORE IT? I store mine in the little bag it comes with, but I make sure to air dry it (to avoid towel lint) before I store it. WHAT ABOUT THE 'SELF EMPTYING'? Some say it is self emptying, which I learned is just because your pelvic floor relaxes when you go to the restroom. You can wipe, and reseat it by pushing that little 'handle' back upwards and you're good. This won't cause leaking! I panicked thinking it would but it did just fine once reseated. Over all, it's a great device, it's sturdy and won't easily tear or rip, and it would make a great addition to a 72-hour kit or to keep in your car in case of emergencies! Despite the conflict with my love of long nails...I will never go back to tampons.

Review from my wife: Before my child was born I had used a menstrual cup for many years and was totally converted. However, after giving birth, the cup (and stem, in particular) just doesn't fit right and is quite uncomfortable all the time, so I had to explore some different options. Enter menstrual disk. This disk is a great alternative. It doesn't have the uncomfortable stem that cups do, it's easy to insert and remove (once you get the hang of it), it's a great no-waste option like the cup, it's undetectable once you have it in, and I love the self-emptying feature. The one MAJOR problem, and the reason I'm still looking for a solution, is that it leaks... A TON. Not just in extreme activities like riding a horse or doing dead lifts, but throughout the day when shifting weight between feet as I open the fridge door. And I just can't be bothered to have to rush off to the bathroom in that moment when the reason I opened the door was to get a snack for my hangry toddler. I've tried wearing a panty liner with it for these situations, but the leaks are often big enough that that is insufficient. And I don't have a particularly heavy flow. I'd need to wear an actual pad with this all the time to effectively manage this issue. And then what's the point?! It checks all the boxes, except for doing the basic job of holding it in until I'm ready to deal with it.

UPDATE 5 MONTHS LATER: Yikes! Took it out today and it REEKED to high heaven. I'm amazed it didn't cause an infection. I tried cleaning it and the smell stayed put. So unfortunate because I did love it, but no way am I putting that inside me again. I never had this issue with the diva cup after several YEARS of consistent use. I had used the Diva cup for 5 years, pre and post kids. I've always had an extremely heavy period (heaviest flow tampon and overnight pad just to get through 4 hours in the day, when I was using them) Loved the Diva cup, even after kids. The learning curve was STEEP at first - took me a solid 6 months to figure out the suction. And to this day, I get paranoid that the suction isn't right and I think about it all day. On my heaviest days, this gets me about 6 hours. Unfortunately, that means I gotta empty it at work. For cup users, you know what a task this is! Then I heard about discs. Self emptying? Can be worn during intercourse?? And insertion seemed way easier than a cup. I tried Flex discs first. Those leaked TERRIBLY for me, and I hated that they were disposable. Then I heard about reusable discs. My suspicion with the Flex discs is that the rim wasn't thick enough to get a good seal. The Cora disc seemed like it would better suit, and I was right! I successfully wore it for 12 hours with no issues. When it emptied a bit in the toilet, I had no problem doing a Kegal and squeezing it back in (with the Flex it would continue to leak). I have not done the dirty with the Cora disc in yet. But my husband didn't feel the Flex disc so I'm hopeful for the same results. The only con is that removal is SO MESSY. Maybe I need more practice but so much blood everywhere. I struggled with this using the Flex discs too. So maybe I'll just have to get used to taking it out in the shower or something. I will never go back and plan to convert all of my cup user friends to this disc! So happy to have finally "mastered" my period bleeding.

I wanted to base my review off of the other reviews as well as my own experience. I love that this product is sustainable and far less irritating than pads or tampons. That in of itself out weighed any minor cons. Before inserting: Cut your nails, Wash your hands, sit or squat, and have some latex safe lubricant around if you please. You might want to use your index finger to massage yourself a little before insertion. Again, cut your nails. That way you won't stress yourself out about injury or discomfort. Ease of use: It slides in in a mostly comfortable way. I could see how a beginner or a younger person may not be as comfortable but, a simple way around that would be to do what I wrote above and get comfortable with touching your V and period blood. You should know it best. The average female will bleed well into their 40's - 50's. It is very simple to insert and the instructions provided by the product are spot on. Follow them. After Inserting: I barely noticed it was there and I was able to go almost the entire day without removing it. All I did was empty and wash it before bed. Very impressive. I have a medium/5 day flow. If inserted properly, you shouldn't need to remove the disc in a public restroom unless you're traveling overnight or have a long work shift, etc. I also did not feel that weird cramping you get from tampons or cups. I hated both for that reason. Removal: Not as comfortable, easy, or clean to remove but, it was still a simple process. Personally, It was hard to find the lip meant for hooking your finger around when initially going to remove it. It was fine though because I would just hook my finger around the rim or pinch the disc in any spot. Yes, you and your V will get very friendly with each other because you're gonna have to get in there. Tips: 1) Remember not to clench/tighten up or it will feel like the disc is lost in there. The canal is not that deep. Relax your V muscles. Push out like you're peeing so that the pelvic bone moves out of the way. You will be able to remove it easily. 2)When pulling it out, you may be tempted not to pinch the sides but, if there's a toilet bowl underneath you it shouldn't matter anyway. It might be uncomfortable otherwise if you don't pinch it before exiting. You will get blood on your fingers/hand, but whatever. You're on your period.

I have used menstrual cups for a few years, but thought I would give this a try. The pros are that it’s very comfortable. Unlike my cup where I could feel it in there most of the time, I could not feel this disc at all. It’s also much easier to insert than a cup, and I didn’t have any problems with removal either. Unfortunately, the product didn’t actually do its job in holding the fluid. It markets the “self-emptying” feature while using the bathroom as a positive thing, but I can’t understand why it would be. It just means that it leaks while you pee, and it’s not like all the blood rushes straight into the toilet. It slowly works it’s way down over the next hour or two and ends up in your underwear. In addition, at least once a day, it self-emptied into my underwear while doing basic things like squatting, coughing, blowing my nose, etc. I don’t understand the point of this thing if I’m still going to have to wear a pad with it. Also, when I removed it or tucked it back in place after using the bathroom, my hands came out covered in blood. Not ideal if you work outside the home and use a public restroom. Maybe this would work better for someone who has light periods and a pelvic floor of steel, but if you have given birth, I just can’t imagine that this works without leaking.