Cup care FAQ
Menstrual cup care, without the folklore.
These answers cover everyday care points from the MonthlyCup instruction summary: clean hands, emptying according to flow, seal release, boiling as instructed, drying and air-circulating storage.
Core routine
The care routine has a few non-negotiable instruction points.
MonthlyCup instructs users to wash hands, empty according to flow and no later than 12 hours, and release the seal before removal instead of pulling the stem alone.
- Wash hands before handling the cup.
- Empty according to your flow and no later than 12 hours.
- Release the seal before removal.
- Do not rely on pulling the stem alone.
Cleaning and storage
Care continues after the cup is out.
Reusable products need after-use planning. MonthlyCup’s guide summary says to boil before first use and between periods as instructed, dry fully and store with air circulation.
Before first use
Boil as instructed in the supplied MonthlyCup instructions.
During your period
Wash hands and empty according to flow, always within the no-later-than-12-hours instruction.
Between periods
Boil as instructed, dry fully and store with air circulation.
Replacement check
Replace the cup if the silicone is damaged, sticky or noticeably changed, according to the MonthlyCup guide summary.
Model facts
Known MonthlyCup measurements from the approved source pack.
Measurements can support comparison, but they do not guarantee fit. MonthlyCup advises considering measurements, flow and preferences.
Detailed FAQ
Everyday menstrual cup care questions.
How often should a MonthlyCup be emptied?
MonthlyCup’s instruction summary says to empty according to flow and no later than 12 hours.
Can I remove a menstrual cup by pulling the stem?
MonthlyCup’s instruction summary says to release the seal before removal instead of pulling the stem alone.
How should a cup be stored between periods?
MonthlyCup says to boil between periods as instructed, dry fully and store with air circulation.
When should a cup be replaced?
According to the MonthlyCup guide summary, replace the cup if the silicone is damaged, sticky or noticeably changed.