Auto-Dumping Menstrual Discs Explained

There is a unique phenomenon that happens to some (not all) people who use menstrual discs called "auto-dumping." This refers to when the wearer goes to the bathroom and they find that the disc releases some of the blood into the toilet, as if on cue. The combo of sitting on the toilet and the force of urinating or defecating can displace the disc for a moment, enough that some of the contents are released.
Don't worry, this doesn't seem to happen at other moments (certainly hasn't for me!) and this auto-dump feature is actually a selling point for those with a heavy flow! It's one of the reason's I've become a menstrual disc convert.
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Start 00:00
Intro 00:13
What is a Menstrual Disc? 00:21
Auto-Dumping Menstrual Disc 00:50
Menstrual Disc versus Menstrual Cup 01:58
How to Insert a Menstrual Disc 02:18
How Auto-Dumping Menstrual Discs Occur 03:00
Self-Emptying Menstrual Disc vs Valve Menstrual Cups 04:37
How Auto-Dumping makes removal of Menstrual Discs less messy 06:12
Why Auto-Dumping won't work for everyone 07:45
Menstrual Discs are Not Contraceptives [diaphragms] 08:12
You can have period sex with a Menstrual Disc in 09:00
Outro 09:34

[@AlliBaba1234]

Yes, auto-dump is amazing for SUPER heavy flow, as you can get really really sore removing and re-inserting a cup every hour or 2.

[@PeriodNirvana]

It's such a lifesaver for a heavy flow for lots of reasons - sadly, it's hard to predict which disc will auto-dump for who since it's a "bug"

[@AlliBaba1234]

@@PeriodNirvana I have a Lumma (per your recommendation a year or two back!).

[@AetherDreamSeeker]

So much this. When it works right it's a selling point.

[@daciasdiy1861]

I can’t find a disc that works , my flex disc leaks i can’t seem to tuck it , i have a high cervix . I dint know what to do

[@kristylong4997]

@@daciasdiy1861 try the Cora disk

[@mykalatheodysseus7027]

Here I am on Vacay looking up how to prevent leakage thinking I’m leaking because I go to the bathroom and it’s auto dumping! Stoked to have found your page and thank you so so much! After having a baby I bought a disc because all the cups I bought didn’t work as well 😭 so thankful for this education and glad to know I’m not actually leaking! I kept thinking wow I’m so lucky I caught it in time before it got all over my underwear 😅 little did I know I was actually just auto dumping!

[@danielledorchester9739]

I just "auto dumped" on the toilet and googled menstrual disc how to and I'm so glad I found your video!! I thought I'd inserted in wrong but it was so much blood it didn't make sense why I wouldn't have been leaking throughout the day!

[@danielledorchester9739]

BTW I have the Cora disc- I've been using cups for 8 years I love that they finally have silicone discs! Never wanted to try the ones that were disposable.

[@palestar828]

"I just auto dumped on the toilet" sounds so weird to a person (me) who has no idea what discs or cups are or anything about using them.

[@brittany45]

Thank you for both the subtitles and facing the camera head-on. It makes it easier for us HOH/Deaf who lip-read. And of course, for all your hard work researching all this information. Have you head anything good about the June disk? I'm thinking of switching to it from my June cup.

[@PeriodNirvana]

JUNE is not a good company. I don't know if their disc is a private label like their cup, however I encourage folks to stop supporting this company simply because it's cheap. I take a lot of issues with how they've hidden and outright lied about their cup being the same model sold on Alibaba (now it has a logo on it but it's still a private label cup shape) and how they took the Covid-19 pandemic and used it as a marketing opportunity. I could write a novel but please look for a reputable company to support with your money. It does not have to be a disc sold on my store (period.shop) just not that "brand." I don't expect the average consumer to know any of these facts but I wanted to share in case that is something important to you.

[@becauseimafan]

​@@PeriodNirvana Dang, I had no idea about all that! Thank you for sharing, this info is much appreciated ❤

[@shawnschut9413]

Thanks to you and your channel for introducing me to discs! This has been my first cycle with Nixit after using cups for several years, and being able to auto-dump rather than empty every few hours on my heavy days is already a game changer!

[@PeriodNirvana]

I am so happy to hear it's been a game changer for you. It really can be a great option and in your case, sounds ideal! Cup or disc, something for everyone!

[@seijasb]

I love that you mentioned autodumping can be a convenient side effect of the disc not being a 100% perfect fit, cause that was exactly what I was thinking it was. Mine doesn't do that at all no matter what I do in the bathroom, which is kinda fortunate for me cause I really didn't want it to and was one of the reasons I was reticent to try them in the first place

[@rosebethjoy5445]

I was struggling with my menstrual cup as the insertion part was very painful and I struggled to get it to pop open inside(probably wrong technique, but the effort was a little too much and painful that I stuck to pads again!) I tried menstrual discs with much hope and yay!! It worked, so comfortable and no pain!!! Im so excited something works after so much research and effort! Thank you for the video😍

[@Tarasaurus13]

What disc worked for you? What's your cervix height? I'm looking around for a disc but I'm nervous lol

[@TimiKomo]

The model was helpful for me to see where the disc sits! Thanks!

[@_K-W_]

Not everybody will experience the auto dump thing, but for me I've only had it happen going # 2.

[@myanicole2023]

I think that’s the same thing for me sadly.

[@QueenWaspGo]

I'm new to discs and this channel has been super helpful. As someone that has a super heavy flow you can def feel when it's time for auto dump.

[@samanthaanderson2486]

This video helped me so much with my Ziggy! I generally adore it, but this just further developed my love for it! Thanks for such a content and for regularly updating us on topics like these..

[@AetherDreamSeeker]

The disc mess really doesn't sound as bad if you already have issues with messy and noisy cup removal due to heavy flow. And it's from what I've seen is the only one of the two that has an affordable disposable equivalent that you can try before committing to the higher priced reusable.

[@theresaginn8505]

I'm so glad I found this! I am traveling and forgot my cup and started my period today. The store near our resort had SoftDiscs and they were much less $ than a new cup so I decided to try it. I didn't know about the auto dumping so I thought my first disc was faulty but thanks to this I know that is normal! Now I won't waste a bunch of discs thinking I messed up somehow! This is really motivating me to get a reusable one. 👍

[@becreb]

I don’t get the difference between toilet+pushing and chair+sneezing for example lol. I have a heavy flow so the idea of a full disc just emptying when I least expect it is terrifying.

[@kyh8056]

This has been my issue. Even standing and coughing or sneezing has brought on an autodump

[@littlemissjazz13]

I’m just learning about discs and this is so helpful! Thanks for making this 🤍

[@OCDMakeupAddict79]

I've been auto dumping all night without knowing it 🤦🏾‍♀️ I took out my Nixit and put in my cup. Literally came across your video now. I'm glad to see this is normal because I thought it was in wrong. Thank you for your videos. I've purchased the Salt cup because of your quiz and LOVE it! It was spot on. I also purchased the Nixit and I'm glad that was spot on too 😂 You're very informative. Thank you ❤️

[@BluBeams]

I just bought a disc. I'm 43 and so over tampons and pads and such and just want something carefree and easy. Your video was the only one I found that was straightforward and east to understand. Thank you for posting.

[@cassaleelee]

I'm 53 and sooooo over tampons!

[@purmplelol]

Thank goodness for this video! I tried the flex cup and it came with two flex discs so I tried them after finding the cup did not work whatsoever for me and it worked amazingly I found this video searching for reusable discs for the environment impact. I just ordered my lumma cups I’m ready for my next period to try it out

[@jacquelyncrumpler4274]

I am so glad I found your videos! I am trying Flex disc for the first time today! I was at work this morning and I went to pee and it started leaking.. I got nervous and thought maybe I had it in wrong so I took it out 😔 it definitely is a learning curve, but I’m hooked now! I don’t feel it AT ALL! And I love how Convenient it is! Thank you sharing all of your knowledge and helpful tips! 😊

[@valeriethechinadoll]

I love my menstrual cups. For years I've used the Softcup from Walgreens. Then last year I saw The Flex cup on the shelf & bought that as well. I love both & can't tell the difference btw them. I wear a glove to insert, clean & remove them. I use 1disc per menstrual cycyle while cleaning it in between by dumping it, & rinsing it w/water & reinserting it. All this time I have been removing, cleaning it & reinserting it everytime it would leak in the toilet. I thought I was leaking & never knew it was autodumping. So this is a huge blessing to learn about. I find that the disc stays in place for hours & I don't usually leak. Sometimes I do find that I start leaking when I am forming a clot. I can tell from the pain a clot is coming. Then I spot & start leaking. It seems that the clot blood escapes the disc & starts to run out of it so I leak. When I sit on the toilet & remove the disc, I find that I can see the clot in the disc. So that is something I am wondering about. I use to feel like the clot would escape the disc & I would pee it out when I am on the toilet. But that doesn't happen anymore. So that's my experience w/the wonderful discs. I now will see if the autodumping is enough when I go to the toilet, or if I will continue to rinse & reinsert everytime it does.

[@nataschaspicer1828]

Love my lumma unique! Watched all your videos on them before i made my decision a year + ago and have not used a pad or tampon since! Best decision i ever made! Love the disc!

[@jessicahoward5769]

I am totally new to discs, in fact this is my first cycle using it, and I LOVE IT!!! the auto dump worked great and it wasn’t as messy as i thought it would be. Wish i tried this sooner.

[@BekahMarie11]

Never heard of this! I’ve been using them for 2 years. Ordered my first Cora, so can’t wait to try.

[@petalopapercrafts]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been using the menstrual cup for over 5 years now and I’ve moved to the disc. I’m a bit scared to be honest😅, earlier I was trying to force a fart and I had a bad leak, but now I know why 😂 thanks a lot ❤

[@palestar828]

Wtf. Too much info

[@petalopapercrafts]

@@palestar828 sorry, that’s how bodies work… bloating is part of period and this might happen to other people… bodily functions are part of our Daly life… 😅 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@KorenJoy]

​@@palestar828imagine being on a video about menstrual discs with the host talking about her own, personal vagina and then thinking someone having a leak when they fart is tmi. Bro we're talking about BODIES here

[@jemabird]

​@palestar828 you're literally in the comments on a channel about woman's bodily bathroom functions homeskillet. Either see yourself out to another area of the internet or tell your reflection that shaming people here is the most inappropriate thing about this comment section. 😊

[@meraakyaa]

Grow up, are you a child instead of an adult woman? This information is needed when deciding to try. What about women who have IBS for example? If you are not adult enough to help other women, leave.

[@xElinaDB]

Thank you so much for introducting this product to me! After learning more about the waste we produce on our periods I really wanted a reusable product, but after trying 6 different menstrual cups I decided they aren't for me. I ordered the lumma disc and I'm on my second day trying it out. So far it has worked perfectly, thanks Kim!

[@maheenm.k1015]

By the way, if you like. You can give away or sell your cups to reduce period waste and help people that can't afford a full priced cup. Btw, did you try the Femmycycle or intima lily cup?

[@xElinaDB]

@@maheenm.k1015 I did! And no, I've tried a few "starter kits", the meluna and the organicup but unfortunately none of them worked for me :(

[@Tarasaurus13]

Which disc did you go with? What's your cervix height?

[@AshleyOliviaDaCosta]

It’s not a bug? It’s a feature?! I guess I will dust mine off* and try again! (And sterilize well)

[@TheXWOLFProduction]

Hello Kim (i think that is ur name?) Your videos on this channel and the other, Put A Cup In It, have been super helpful to me! Thank you for uploading and educating on period products

[@PeriodNirvana]

[@ashleighortiz406]

@@PeriodNirvana if you don’t mind answering, but why did you leave? I’m new to reusable menstrual products and I’m really looking for a welcoming community.

[@aprilgroth3062]

Thank you for this!!! I was curious how auto dumping worked.

[@ImLuckyNumber9]

i tried a disc a while back and stopped because i thought i was leaking. this is very useful information

[@sashaoliviaart]

I tried a cup years ago but it wouldn’t suction no matter what I did. I threw it out and went back to tampons. Then I saw the discs come out but thought it would be the same. Recently I started hating tampons and wanted to try a disc, I decided on the Luma unique high and medium (bogo sale). Today I got my period, put in the high disc, it took 20 seconds. And I got it right the first time! If anyone hates cups, try a disc!

[@BassGal92]

I was all set to get myself a menstrual disc and the comments about people auto-dumping when not on the toilet makes me nervous now. I don't want to constantly mess up my clothes.

[@speaktruth9989]

3:08 oh thanks for letting me know about the auto dump

[@tangerina0011]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@dyscea]

Never heard of auto dumping 😮 Good info.

[@atlaslex]

I Didn’t know that’s what it was called, but yes, the ‘auto dumping’ feature of disks is the most useful thing ever. Been using menstrual disks exclusively for 15 years and I’m going to have to disagree about the 12 hour thing though. Auto dumping during the day and removing and cleaning the disk in my nightly shower has been totally fine for me. Obviously everyone has to figure out their own bodies and be mindful of TSS, but I’d suggest you carefully give it a go. Total game changer.

[@MarytheBad]

I actually don't think tss is possible with cups and disks! (I actually had tss with tampons before, it was like getting badly fever sick all of a sudden but only lasted 5 or so hours because i knew it was the tampon and removed it early) I'm trying the disk and yeah one of the reasons I got it was the autodumping and potential to wear it a long time

[@audeai4021]

@@MarytheBad unfortunately there has been research that says TSS is possible with cups and discs. It has less to do with "how long you wear one" and more to do with "how clean you keep it". Just wanted to share this info because these two are so convenient, that it can be easy to overlook their care. I use a cup and love it, but since finding out I am more diligent in how I clean it.

[@chrystalhowell409]

@@audeai4021 what do or can you clean it with

[@caroscas]

@@chrystalhowell409 Safest bet is to have two (A and B) and boil them between uses: so you'd use A and boil B to change into, then boil A and insert it when B is full, and so on. But there are also mild soaps you can use to clean them between uses. I looked up the ingredients in Organicup's cup cleanser and I bought a mild soap with very similar ingredients from a local supermarket and it works great!

[@nancyjohnson7147]

I'm just getting into cups and disks, so I don't know for sure, but I had heard rinse with soap and water after each use, and boil or steralize after each cycle is this wrong?

[@Locdluuv]

Thank you for this detailed video.

[@sussanjcardona6729]

Note to anyone going to a Disney park. Auto dumping discs are not ideal for rollercoasters. 😂

[@jshadow536]

Thanks for the warning!

[@Brittlesmith]

I use the nixit and it creates a seal for me so I have to fit my finger over the rim and break the seal. I’ve only auto dumped once when I getting out of my car. I guess the muscles I used to stand dislodged it. Wasn’t wearing back up but at least I was home.

[@kee-tu4cq]

This is my 1st cycle using the Flex disc and I’m loving it. I’m sooo glad I found your video as I’ve had no leaks but while on the toilet I just noticed a large amount of blood drop and was worried it wasn’t working and had leaked! I’m soo excited it’s working for me. I have an extremely retroverted uterus and have never been able to use tampons as they are so uncomfortable for me. Hopefully I won’t need to go back to pads. Do the cup go back to position of should you push it back in?

[@charj2286]

You can check to see if it's still tucked behind the pelvic bone

[@kee-tu4cq]

@@charj2286 Yeah I’ve found when it auto dumps it has to be pushed back into place. I now just use plastic gloves so there’s no mess (it also doubles as a receptacle when I change it) and wipes to clean up after using toilet.

[@joldol]

Yes i love my lumma and just now getting use to the auto dump

[@BBK96]

I wonder if wearing an ergonomically shaped disc like the ziggy backwards could prevent accidental auto dumping..🤔

[@StarOnTheWater]

That explains aims why there is SO much blood leaking when I'm on the toilet, yet when I remove the disk, it's almost empty.

[@Homebizmum]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@mitdec2179]

I'm 37 years old and am very tired of the disposable period products. It's expensive and horrible for you and the environment. I just ordered my first disc. I ordered the ecoblossom from Amazon based on the reviews and ordered a set of reusable pads. I'm really hoping it works well for me!

[@amandadraycott6846]

I wish I would have know this yrs ago when I used flex disc. I thought they weren’t working for me.

[@abbystephens5516]

I have always been curious about the nixit I have tried the soft cup and I loved it

[@floatlikeabutterfly]

Would this auto dump during exercise? Im worried about things like squats, certain yoga poses, swimming flip turns etc.

[@steffanilopez8649]

Hey, thanks for your videos, they are super informative! I have a question that may sound silly, but if the auto-dumping is happening while going to the toilet, and being in that sitting position, can't it happen that I also auto-dump when I'm normally siting on a chair or if I bend over?

[@jaelleouapou4578]

I kinda naturally auto-dump. I don't know of that's common bc I've ever heard anyone else talk about it. If I'm using absolutely no menstrual products, I only spot a little but the second I go to pee, it completely gushes out

[@viviangonzalez-ortiz7840]

So greatful for this video

[@stephanie5999]

It's my first day today and also first time using a Lumma large (very high cervix) and I am loving it so much! Total game changer but am still trying to navigate around autodumping. Although I have always successfully autodumped whenever I urinate, I always try to push it back in place cause I feel paranoid that the disc dumping the contents means it's not hooking back to the pubic bone. Do we really need to push it back into place every time it autodumps or does it hook itself back after? Is it possible to have a completely hands-free experience within the 12-hr period? Also thank you so much for discussing this. I don't see much resources detailing autodumping.

[@EasyOceans]

Hey, have you come to an answer to this question? Whenever I reach in to put my disc back in place I feel it didn’t really move a lot from the original position but the following hour I get spotting from what I think is the residue of the auto dumping.

[@stephanie5999]

@@EasyOceans From my previous experiences, I found that it wasn't really necessary to push the disc back after autodumping as the disc will go back in place behind the pubic bone. I do get spots with autodumping too, tho. You're right, it's probably the residue. I use an additional reusable pad whenever I use a disc. But if you don't do that, I would recommend wiping the residue or washing the area with water.

[@natashadberger]

I love your videos and think its so cool that you're so open to talk about all this girl stuff! I want to buy a reusable disk ( I tried the Flex disk and loved it) my question is, what disk do you prefer? Nixit or Lumma? And why? Maybe u could make a video on comparing the 2?? 🤔❤

[@PeriodNirvana]

I did a video comparing those before I left Put A Cup In It so there’s a good video on it. I’m sure I’ll tackle it here once we have some more disc options on the market. I like Lumma because the rim is firm but Nixit is a way better quality product. Nixit has a softer rim.

[@renamiya]

Very interesting, so I wonder if during some type of exercises like Yoga it can leak a little bit when you push your muscles... ?

[@jjkpilapil]

Will the autodump happen when doing certain workouts?

[@Susyyasmin]

So with this auto dumping, is it automatically repositioned or?

[@OversizeLoad1]

Question should I be worried about auto dumping if I am sitting and laughing or coughing?

[@Boms1125]

I've tried three different cups before I found Ziggy disk. It fits me nicely and I have no leaking at all, unlike with the cups. Auto dumping is its best feature. I do however wonder if it it tilting at the front or the back or side, because mine sits so far behind the pubic bone.

[@InnerSerckle]

(I think) Ive found that my size is between small and regular (in the Lumma discs). Small is way more comfortable but I [today] discovered that it auto dumps! Which is neat if I can confirm it doesn’t leak any other time. (Still new) My question is: if my disc auto dumps, will the “mess-free” period sex actually still be mess free? Or will penetration cause it to dump?

[@jenniferescalona8154]

I just discovered your channel today and I'm so glad I did. I have a doubt regarding the auto dump. My flow is really heavy and sometimes when I sneeze, it is a OH OH moment for me, and I have to run to the bathroom, as it acts like I am squeezing my uterus. So, have you experienced any leaking when sneezing or coughing at all? Thank you!

[@mhoney7899]

Exercise and lifting might cause auto dump at unwanted times? As you said ideally it's not supposed to happen at all. Also do you kegal or squeeze it back up after auto dump, or do you need to stick your finger in to push it back in place?

[@AzariaYun]

I’m curious as well. I don’t work out vigorously but I may be in a squat position or in the “Asian squat” outside of a restroom. I’d like to try a disc but I don’t want it to auto dump on me outside of a toilet xD If it does, I’m better off sticking to my cup.

[@slm613]

yes same, i just can't see how other pelvic floor-affecting activities wouldn't cause leaks

[@TheBabyGirl2282]

Well, I just received my lumma disc and started using it. While I'm doing yoga including the "Asian squat" it somehow stays in place and doesn't release anything - while it does the auto dumping everytime I'm sitting on the toilet. I think it's mostly the "sucking it in" muscle activity while exercising, and "pushing out" muscle movements when urinating that makes all the difference :)

[@AzariaYun]

@@TheBabyGirl2282 Thanks so much for sharing your experience and helping me to be more confident in trying a disc!

[@TheBabyGirl2282]

@@AzariaYun You're Welcome! Glad I could help! For the first experience with menstrual discs I'd recommend getting a Lumma disc since it's the only brand that offers three different diameter sizes (as far as I know) and it's "buy one get one free" so you will have two different sizes to try :) I personally got the medium and the large one because my cervix is definitely not on the low side so I figured at least one of them will work fine. Good luck!

[@luciaterry2600]

So you can never go to the gym or exercise with the disc? It seems like a gamble to squat while using the disc

[@katiemurphy3601]

My problem was I could not control it. I had lumma medium and lumma large. Both would auto dump when I was doing things like exercise or bend down to play with my kids. I simply can't risk it. Glad it works great for some women! But cups it is for me. 👍

[@shelbyheightchew4019]

This is my fear. I’d like to try a disc but this “auto dump” scares me lol I imagine it happening at the wrong times

[@OosundayoO]

This happened to me when I got up from my seat at work yesterday. Thankfully I was wearing my period panties. Its not something I want to risk.

[@toobakhan7108]

That is what I think if it auto dumps. How will it differentiate between normal moving around and sitting, and sitting on a toilet.

[@alicecavalleri]

@@toobakhan7108 I believe it should happen when you pee/poo due to the mussels pushing on the disc, not when sitting, but I'm not 100% sure 🤔

[@svendenhowser]

This is what I am worried about. I have super heavy flow and if I pass wind or play on the ground with the kids (squatting) and I going to leak/auto dump everywhere? Seems like the answer is a yes. I guess I will stick with cups, Been using them for 15 years now, why change haha!

[@JoyceeV.]

I’ve had many problems with the auto dumping 😢whenever I go to the bathroom and tuck it back in it seems to auto dump still

[@cherylpendleton994]

I a new disc user. This video has been very helpful. So Thank You. But has there been any issues with auto dumping while doing squat exercises while wearing a disc?

[@PeriodNirvana]

It's possible just based on the movement but I don't of any specific examples of it happening. I would try when you have backup protection to see if your movements cause an issue :)

[@Icecreamobsessed]

Every since I had my daughter my cup has started to leak. Never once leaked the 4+ years I used it before pregnancy.. I’ve tried bigger sizes, different brands, low cervix to no avail. I’m been messing around with the disc, the single use ones worked first cycle and had no autodumping, but I’ve been struggling with the reusable ones. They don’t want to stay tucked. I don’t fully trust the discs yet and usually only wear them when I’m at home. I dislike the auto dumping as I can’t tell if it’s going to continue to leak afterwards.

[@abbystephens9766]

Does auto dumping only happen when you have a bowel movement ? It would be weird if it happened all the time

[@pearlytiger564]

I auto-dump when I use the bathroom; however, I do have to check the rim and tuck it back behind my pubic bone when I do this. It doesn't go back in place every time. I love that I can do this and just have to re-tuck it with minimal mess. Yes, the discs can be really messy when you have to take them out, but I don't care. I'm so glad I can go about my day for 12 hours without worrying about leaking through a tampon. I just rinse it before I leave the house and in the shower when I'm at the gym.

[@sarapatalano5222]

I recently started using the Soft disc and finally used it my entire period last month and it was my best period ever! I plan to purchase a Nixit. The auto dumping made it sooo easy and convenient. My worry is that it may auto dump when I have a coughing or sneezing fit. Has that ever happened to anyone?

[@caldwela]

Not coughing or sneezing when standing... I'm hear to find out how to avoid "auto dumping" when sitting or squatting 🤔

[@sarapatalano5222]

Update. I have used my Nixit for 2 cycles now. It is a little more difficult than the Soft disc. It's large and has popped out a few times. The rim is quite thick, so it doesn't tuck as easily. I can get it to auto dump if I bear down.

[@ccross04]

What is your opinion on the menstrual cup/disc steamers for sterilizing your disc/cup vs boiling it?

[@sarahchildress5962]

Well I just figured out what I was doing wrong. Thank you.

[@missmo463]

I have a Flex that auto dumped and it was so disconcerting, I stopped using it after one time bcs I thought it would randomly leak. I’m going to give it a try again. However, I suspect I will need a backup liner or pad for any reside left after auto dumping.

[@ImLuckyNumber9]

also how do i know if my disc is full? does it have that same “heavy” feeling as a tampon?

[@ladyeowyn42]

I tried to get a diaphragm in 2019 and my OB said you can’t get the Rx filled within 150mi of Seattle 😢

[@Kels42]

It worked the first time but after that I haven’t been able to get it to empty.. am I putting it on incorrectly?

[@beautythroughhealing7188]

What about working out? I’m imagining squatting or being in some similar position working out hard with force…and I’m going to be leaking all over?

[@karolyneorozco3102]

Asking because of the similar positioning, but will it dump if I’m squatting at the gym? Just seems scarily similar to going to the bathroom.

[@LouLouMae18]

What is your fav brand using the flex and it leaks even when I I don’t auto dump?

[@Brittanywright331]

I’m literally doing the auto dump now but I hate blood I think I just need to stick to pads so I can do away with it quickly. It’s my first time though I’ll play around with it

[@richaguptap]

I got one question. Will that leak while doing squats?? Or just simply sitting in that position while doing ypga or something

[@thepartygals]

Do you need to adjust it after it auto dumps or once you finished / standing it goes back into place? New to this whole disc thing

[@saranator408]

Let me start by saying, I love period nirvana! I am, however really loving Kim’s blazer and wondering where she got it or where she shops because I like her style 😊.

[@mon9311]

So, I found the same happened to me when I used my disk. My question is: Do I have to take it out after auto dumping and insert it again to have leak free experience? Or can I just go by with my day and trust it hasn't moved too much?

[@iska7211]

I'm currently using a small-sized menstrual cup and planning to switch to disc. Question: What size would you recommend for me to get the auto-dump feature?

[@PeriodNirvana]

That's really hard to predict. I would base the size on your cervix height and then see what happens :)

[@neeko_vibezz8014]

I was terrified to use any type of cup because like I am sure lots of people, I honestly was afraid of it getting stuck. I finally have given in starting last night and I was impressed didn't leak at all then today again and in trying to make sure it was still up there, I experienced the auto dump and semi-freaked out. Now I feel better because I know that that is. LOL I will say it felt like a murder scene this morning and I not knowing about the auto dump stood up a little and yeah......But pain-free for sure and I think I am panicking a bit so I didn't go a full 12 hours more like 7 but, I think that was just my overthinking and subconsciously thinking it was leaking! So far so good! thanks for this video!

[@dawnyin]

Sorry if this has been asked before, but after the autodump, does one have to lock the disc back in place again or does it "snap back" automatically?

[@mariat4963]

How exactly do I auto dump? Just every time I go pee for example it does it itself or do I have to use my finger and move the disc?

[@jemabird]

Question for anyone perusing the comments still lol, with a cup it stops the blood from being super oxidized quickly and that helps a lot with odour. Does this auto dump feature not introduce that issue? Thanks!

[@ceciliamalarz8431]

Has it happened to anyone else that it "auto dumps" when you sit down? Thats why I stopped using a disc an switched to a cup.

[@PeriodNirvana]

Not to me personally but if it's that easy for it to auto-dump for you it might be that the diameter is either too large (so it is super easy to prop out of place with changes in position) or too small (same story, but because it's smaller)

[@bhartipatel6884]

Hi, I am using hello disc, and it auto dumps even though I have no urge to pee. I don’t know what’s happening. I was in office and suddenly it starts to leak. I had to rush to washroom.

[@abigailwettenhall6811]

Do people ever have issues while swimming? Like tensing those muscles in a race or something and it autodumps? I don’t currently have a disc but think of getting a lumma bc my cervix is now low and lunette cup is still a bit long (the lily cup is way too long now, my cervix height has changed dramatically over time) But autodumping in the pool or some other time i dont have period undies for back up kinda scares me... any tips or experiences to share?

[@caldwela]

I didn't notice any auto dumping yesterday while in the pool. Now, with that being said, I wasn't doing laps either...

[@floatlikeabutterfly]

Yeah I'd be worried about it auto dumping when I flip turn...

[@gabzz72]

Yea good point, I’m curious about working out too like squats/ deadlifts where u r really bearing down.

[@llddau]

The first t8me I tried my disc the other day, this auto d7mp thing seemed to have happened. I hadn’t heard of it so that was weird, I thought how could it be so loose? I couldn’t feel it inside so I thought it was in the right spot? BUT then when I took it out the inside bowl part was empty and not bloody, so how tf did this happen? If it was in the wrong place all along how come I didn’t leak all the time it was in? I’m still confused.

[@MrsGynny]

Thanks for explaining this so well! A follow-up question: If the auto dump is basically a result of a non-perfect fit, would that mean that if I can auto dump, it is also more likely to have leaks during sex?

[@hannahm.9881]

Not really in my experience. I always dump my disc before sex. But I suppose if your cup was super full it could be a problem

[@Alerwick]

I wonder if it would auto dump when you sneeze or fart ?that could be embarrassing in public 😳

[@ahmibeppu]

Are discs easy to remove? I’m nervous about getting it out.

[@justineizaguirre3999]

Can you make a video of different type of disks and understand which is better for your body please?

[@PeriodNirvana]

www.periodnirvana.com/menstrual-disc-brands/ has a good overview of all the brands available as of right now. There are new brands coming soon in 2022 so I'm waiting a bit for a new KZbin video until those are available :)

[@JoChapman-bk5xq]

Do people still need to wear pantiliners while wearing a disc? I’m just trying one for the first time and towards the end of my period so not very heavy but still seem to get spotting on my pantiliner. I’m unsure if this is the auto dump or it’s leaking from poor fitting

[@laurennn3100]

Auto dumping is amazing for long haul flights and port o pottys!!!!

[@platinumbooty9446]

wait. periods make changes before menopause

[@christinecreasey2754]

I have a disc and my period just started cant wait to sed how it goes

[@ingluiza]

Would discs work just the same in women with a tilted cervix?

[@PeriodNirvana]

If the cervix is pointing towards your back it may be harder to get the disc to tuck behind and beneath. This is a good inquiry for your care provider if you’re not able to tell which way you tilt.

[@kee-tu4cq]

I have a severely retroverted uterus (my cervix curves and angles towards my belly button). The flex disc has been a total game changer for me. I don’t feel it at all while it’s in and I don’t leak at all! I’m 36 now and have unfortunately been a pad user since I was 8. I had tried and found all tampons to be sooo uncomfortable bc of the way my cervix sits. Definitely give it a try if you haven’t all ready.