Merula Cup XL – The Menstrual Cup for Very Heavy Flow Days

I’ve tried menstrual cups a few times over the years but had always struggled with leaks, no matter what techniques I used. My period is v heavy, and I was getting so fed up with leaks - even when using ultra tampons and thick period pants - that I thought I’d give cups another go. Given my periods are pretty heavy this cup seemed like the right choice. The first month was pretty unsuccessful - it hurt to get in and I experienced lots of leaks. I was pretty disappointed. HOWEVER, I’d say you have to be patient, and persevere with this, and it’ll be worth it. The second month I found a method for insertion that worked for me - basically put it in with the punch fold method, and keep rotating it (sometimes 4-5 times) until you feel the resistance when you pull down on the little ladder handle. I’m now on my 4th month and it only leaks when it’s full, and is comfortable throughout my whole period, even when it’s getting lighter. My next step is to work out how to remove it without too much mess - and I’ve definitely seen an improvement this month. One thing this cup has taught me - I was right… my period is VERY heavy. I easily fill the 50ml cup 3-4 times per day for the first 2 days of my period, which is insane…! As a result I’ve started on iron tablets. My period is now pretty much pain free, eco-sustainable, and I'm coming closer to forgetting it’s happening for the first time since starting my periods (and I’m now 40…!!). Absolutely recommend for anyone who has been disappointed by cups before and has a heavy flow… but don’t expect it to work or go smoothly straightaway.

I used to go toilet to change my old cup in 1-2 hours which is quite uncomfortable if am outside my home so I started to search for a large capacity cup for my heavy days, then i find this MerulaXL cup in internet. I go through others reviews and there was actually not much reviews about the cup and some reviews says it causes pressure on bladder. I was really confused to buy it because i got problem with my previous cup , i don’t remember its brand name, cup was not opening, anyway i decided try my luck because i don’t have any other options to be comfortable in those days.Yesterday i started to use merula xl cup for 1 st time. cup is almost same diameter from top to bottom that’s make 50 ml capacity.It easily opened inside , i usually do punch down fold. Initially i felt little discomfort but i am totally fine from next use. No pain or discomfort , very comfortable and very happy.I am writing this review to help others to think about trying merula xl cup or other larger capacity cups if you really struggle with heavy flows. I know all cups not fit for all. I am 147 cm/ 60 kg , mother of 2. i used Shecup for past 5 years which is a good quality small cup but now am switching to merula xl due to my heavy periods related to medical problemsHope my review helps someone. Have a good day

Best cup ever! Until I’ve got this one I was using the 25ml cup and it wouldn’t last an hour, this one it’s perfect and I can be up to 4 hours in my 2nd,3rd day of period without worrying. 100% recommended.

Spent a fun weekend trying desperately to remove one of these, as it had done a 3 point turn and parked itself way up past my cervix.On the advice of NHS direct I contacted my gp, and laid back staring at a beige ceiling for half an hour as various implements were used by various medical professionals to try and remove it, like a fun fair hook a duck stall.Finally the doctor gave up and ditched the hardware. She shoved a few fingers in and managed to find the handle. Now, with most cups that wouldn't be much help in itself, but with this cup, and its groundbreaking loop handle, she was able to hook a finger through it and pull. Wasn't a Comfortable extraction, but it was infinitely preferable to a trip to a and e, which was on the cards if it hadn't had the handle.Won't be using one again to be honest, as our brave doctors and nurses have been through enough with covid, and the certainly don't deserve another morning rummaging around my nethers.

I really needed a larger cup after being tied to the house for the first 2-3 days of a period every month as I needed to change my cup every 1-2 hours. After reading reviews and noting that people struggled with fitting and pressure on their bladder with this cup I was willing to take the risk as it has the largest capacity and I have many years of experience with other cups so felt I wouldn’t have too much of an issue.It’s important to note I have a high tilted cervix. I initially followed the instructions and used the push down fold, it felt ok, perhaps a little uncomfortable and a little bit of pressure but figured as it’s a much firmer cup it would take some getting used to. I (stupidly) went out, whilst out I had a repeated need to go to the loo, every time I tried to pee I could only pee a little and couldn’t fully empty my bladder, the pressure on my bladder got really intense too, I had to remove the cup to try again later.When I tried again I used the C fold, raised my legs on a small step whilst sitting on the loo and leaning back slightly - this provided the perfect angle to insert this cup. This was an absolute game changer, totally comfortable, I can barely feel it. Very easy to remove due to the ladder tab, just make sure you break the seal with your finger as it doesn’t have the small holes at the top of the cup like a lot of cups. Incredibly on my heaviest day I managed to leave the house and not change my cup for 8 HOURS!! when emptying as the top is solid there is no spillage as the cup and rim is so firm.All in all I would recommend this cup, instructions should give you better alternatives to just the fold down method as that really didn’t work for me and I could have easily given up.