If you’re a person who menstruates, dealing with PMS might feel like just another part of it all. From changes in mood to painful cramps, it’s a real struggle. But the good news is that choosing a reusable period care option, like cups and discs, can actually help make your period more bearable, and dare we say enjoyable? Ok maybe that’s a stretch, but who wouldn’t want a sustainable option that also is more comfortable? Let’s talk about why menstrual cups & menstrual discs (AKA period cups & discs), could be your new best friend for a more manageable period.

What Exactly is PMS? 

PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, is an all encompassing term that describes symptoms that you may experience before, or even during, your period. Think emotional changes, bloating, cravings, sore breasts, headaches, back pain, and just feeling off in general. Though the symptoms that each person experiences and the severity of them can differ, most menstruating people do experience some version of PMS. It can be a lot to handle, and it can rattle your day-to-day life. But not to fear, there are plenty of ways to ease the discomfort. Surprisingly, switching to a menstrual cup or disc might actually help too.

How Saalt Menstrual Cups Can Help

Period cups & period discs are a fantastic option for period management, especially when PMS is making things tough. Here’s why you might want to give them a try:

• Leak-Proof Magic: One of the biggest perks of using a Saalt Menstrual Cup is that it’s super reliable. Once you’ve got it in place, it’s pretty much leak-proof for up to 12 hours.This means no more stressing about leaks or needing frequent bathroom breaks to switch out tampons or pads. Plus, feeling dry without the need to use bulky or uncomfortable products helps you feel more confident and more like you. 

• Sayonara Cramps: Some people find that using a menstrual cup or disc can actually help in reducing cramps. Since they collect menstrual fluid, rather than absorb it, they can be less irritating than traditional tampons as don’t  expand with absorption. This means there’s no extra pressure on your cervix as it fills. They also provide a gentler fit since they are made of soft and flexible medical-grade silicone. The Saalt Soft Cup is ideal for people who experience PMS or cramping during their period as the velvety soft silicone molds to your internal shape as it warms to your body. Compared to the dense, rigid fibers of a tampon, switching to a menstrual cup might be the game-changer you’re looking for. 

• Longer Wear Time: Menstrual cups and menstrual discs hold more fluid, so you can wear them for up to 12 hours without needing to change. This is perfect if you’re busy or just don’t want the hassle of changing your pad often. Plus, if you are a tampon user, you may notice that the reduction in frequent tampon changes can help prevent vaginal irritation and soreness too. 

• Mess-Free Period Sex: Using a Saalt Menstrual Disc allows you to have mess-free penetrative sex while on your period, which can actually help relieve pain from menstrual cramps. Menstrual cramps are caused by your uterus contracting to help release its lining. When you orgasm, the muscles in your uterus also contract and release, but in a much more pleasurable way, which can help relieve some of the cramping related to your period. Sex also releases endorphins (feel-good hormones) which can help naturally reduce pain and discomfort related to PMS. Period sex without need for a towel or clean-up, is a win-win! 😉 

Other Reusable Period Products to Consider

Besides period cups, period underwear, or period pants, can be a great sustainable go-to for comfortable coverage. Leakproof panties, like Saalt Wear, are designed to absorb menstrual flow, offering different levels of coverage from super absorbency protection for heavy, free-bleeding days to lighter absorbency protection for back-up to your menstrual cup. Plus, rest easy overnight with our Cotton Sleep Short, which has full waist to waist coverage for total peace of mind so you can wake up feeling relaxed, refreshed, and ready for another day. 

Managing your PMS Can be Easier
PMS doesn’t have to take over your life. With the right products, you can manage your period more comfortably, affordably, and efficiently. A cup for period flow and menstrual discs offer a range of benefits from leak-proof protection to fewer changes throughout the day. Combined with period panties or leakproof underwear, they can help you feel more comfortable and less stressed, during what is already a tough time usually. Give them a try and see how they fit into your routine—you might just find they make a world of difference.

 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/premenstrual-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20376780 

https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/menstrual-cup 

https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/sex-during-periods#benefits