Sorry never heard of it.

I had never heard of it...just researched it and am curious about it myself. Do you use it midna?

I also hope someone here has used this and has an opinion. I've thought about trying it several times in an effort to stop using convential pads/tampons because of the chemicals in them and the fact that they sit in landfills forever!! I've tried washable pads, they are ok, but I prefer tampons and the diva cup sounded like a great alternative!

I just read about this today. I am definitely interested if anyone has anymore info.

My friend, who has stage II endometriosis, uses and loves the diva cup (http://www.divacup.com/), but says she has to empty it frequently, and that it is quite a messy task until one gets used to the timing and dexterity it takes to insert, take out and empty the diva cup.

There is a warning though - because one of the theories of how endometriosis develops is that of retrograde menstruation, there is a fear that using a menstrual cup actually PROMOTES endometriosis.
See http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/27320.php

and

http://www.assocpharmtox.org/pages/CupsIntro3.html

Hope that helps...

Ok, looked it up, had never heard of it, sort thought it was what it is. Similar to what I use, well when I have AF. "Instead" (www.softcup.com) I've been using for years, always hated both pads and tampons, when I found these, I had to try! I personally loved it! Takes some getting used to but once I did it was SO much easier and more comfortable. Even got to the point where I know how to manipulate my pelvis and dump out! Makes it easier when removing too. That's one advantage Instead seems to have over the Diva cup, fyi ;0) As for the retrograde bleeding, they say the same about tampons to so I don't know. I suppose at this point if you've got Endo, you've got it, so maybe might as well be comfortable as possible, "damage" is done so to speak! Oh I'd think I'd also be a little leery of re-using them, unless you soaked them on super hot water or something, I don't know that sounds a little yucky to me.

Thanks for your replys. I haven't tried it yet. I probably will. First I'll look at the one LoMac suggested. Special thanks to LoMac, help and humor!!!

I wanted to let people know I got the "Soft Cups" there called Instead. I love them!!
At first I got two samples from the website. They came after I had already started my period and wasn't bleeding much. I tried it anyway. It was a little wierd putting them in and hurt taking the first one out, only because I tense up.
I got the last two boxes from the store to be ready for my next period.
It was messy taking them out, but only one minor leak in four days. I didn't have to worry peeing on a tampon string, diaper rash, or a smelly pad. It even seemed to keep my usual cramps to a bearable state.
Tips for anyone considering them, Don't tense up when inserting or removing them, Relax as much as possible. Use a wet wipe to remove them. Were a pany liner or pad just in case it does leak.