Menstrual cup is made of silicon so is it not harmful for the private part.&nbsp; As much as I aware silicone bra are harmful fir the breast so why not this.&nbsp; Also, will it be painful when inserted. <br> After 8 hours when we have to clean will it seem yuck or unhygienic.&nbsp; In case of pads we only need to throw them.&nbsp;

thank-you so much <b><span style="color:#3B5998;"> @59b2870cd2c07166a3bd2b82 </span></b> and <span style="color:#3B5998;"><b> @6372d8bf29c20f001575a1de </b></span> !

<font color ="#3b5998"><b><u> @63713f4617d2c800158d383d </u></b></font> - do read my posts when you have the time. Maybe you'll get your answers.&nbsp; &#128522;<br> cloth pads are wonderful as well because they are long lasting and durable and don't cause a landfill. I just find the cleaning of a cup easier. but you've given me an idea for a post.

I also want to know how different is a cup as compared to pads made of natural materials. Interestingly there's an article on BabyChakra about this - <span style="color:#3B5998;"><b><a href="http://app.babychakra.com/article/1163">10 reasons to Green Your Periods </a></b></span>. I want to make this shift but not sure which one to go for...

@AditiManja - You can use the menstrual cup anytime. It does not matter how heavy or light the flow is. Please refer to these posts that I have written on my blog as well as Elephant Journal 1 http://pratsmusings.com/reasons-to-use-a-menstrual-cup/ - Why you need to use the menstrual cup. 2. https://www.elephantjournal.com/2017/05/ready-to-make-the-switch-6-menstrual-cup-hacks-you-need-to-know/ - Menstrual hacks you need to know. This is all about FAQ's on the cup. I recommend the silky or the diva cup. You can view the entire range here: http://bit.ly/Menstrual_Cups. I hope this helps you. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any more doubts.