Each month we have to deal with the unavoidable:

Our ovens go into cleaning mode.

It's not optional, and we can't control it.

But what we can control is how we handle it.

And as the human race has evolved, so have the ways for us to accommodate our monthly visitor.

One of these options is pretty taboo, yet has many upsides to it.

That's right, Girlie, today's show is about menstrual cups, featuring menstrual cup diva, Bree Farmer.

It's a method that's often avoided, and often misunderstood.

But wait until you hear the many upsides to using a menstrual cup (and the dangers of using some of the more traditional methods).

WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR:

• The environmental impact of disposable pads
• What the Toxic Shock Syndrome is (and how to prevent it)
• A unique advantage of the menstrual cup over disposable pads and tampons that can help your doctor identify potential health issues
• What expectations to have about the insertion process of the menstrual cup
• The anatomy of a menstrual cup
• How to pull out a menstrual cup (and a tip to make it easier on you)
• What to expect when you first start using a menstrual cup
• What happens if your menstrual cup gets stuck
• A brand to avoid (that can lead to itching, irritation, and even disease)
• Pros and cons of using a cloth pad
• A comparison of different menstrual cup options
• An interesting fact about menstrual cups and pregnancy
• The cost of menstrual cups vs other options

QUOTE IT!

• "Your monthly cycle may feel like a runaway train. But I promise you it's not. You can tame this beast."

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ABOUT NINA

Nina works as the Founder of Girlcircle TV on YouTube, Keep it 100 Girl Podcaster, Lifestyle Writer, IT Consultant, and Author-to-Be of What Your Mother Didn't Tell You, But Your Girlfriend Did. Her services include motivational speaking and coaching.