Menstrual Cup Trial: Day 3

Third time is a charm, right?

Well it was fine through the night, no leaks or anything. But today I guess I didn't quite get the seal right because I was experiencing some leakage. It wasn't anything a panty liner couldn't handle and overall I'm still impressed with it.

As well today was the first heavy day of my period so this was the first time where taking the cup out was... messy. So it was... interesting and admittedly a little gross. I mean, I was expecting it so it wasn't really all that much of a surprise. But it was different from using a tampon. Not too different from using a pad though in terms of mess.

All in all I am impressed with this little cup. I don't feel it at all and it works pretty well.

I was talking to a friend today about it and she thought it sounded really gross, which I can understand. Admittedly I thought it was too when I first heard of it, but I'm really glad I gave it a try.

I think it's worth it as far as cost-effectiveness, efficacy and comfort. It's a wonder that it took so long to become more mainstream! They were patented in 1932!

Starting Laser Hair Removal

Long story short I don't want to shave my lady bits anymore and Groupon made it much more affordable. I found a deal in my area for $250 for a year of unlimited laser hair removal and I jumped on it.

Yesterday I went in for my patch test and consultation. It didn't take long and the woman, Michelle, was amazingly friendly. The patch test, she explained, isn't done in all clinics but it's to make sure that you wont have an allergic reaction to the laser. You could react to the nickel or the light itself.

Luckily I didn't react to the laser and it also helped me get an idea of what it would feel like. It reminded me of when you accidentally shock yourself (or others) at random. So in two weeks I will begin the process toward not having to deal with shaving my bits again!

I'm also considering doing my underarms at the same time - it would be $150 more for the Groupon for that area and I could do it at the same time.

I'll keep this posted on how it goes!