Hello:)

[valeriana.livejournal.com]

I'm new, and I've been browsing the entries for a while. I must say that this is very comprehensive and has a wonderful atmosphere;)

I do have a few questions.

Just a bit of background: I've been on Depo for going on 10 years or so and recently, my husband and I decided we'd like to try for children. I went off the shot in March this year...and just now seem to have started getting my monthly back.

Here's where I'm a bit curious. After having gone without having a period for so long, I swear I have no idea what I'm supposed to do now that it's back. Not that I don't know WHAT it is and the like, but before going on depo I was generally irregular. I didn't have really any indications that I was about to start mine today (wondering if there is some kind of reference I can look at for symptoms prior to having your cycle) and I'm wondering about tampon alternatives. I've never been a big fan of using the cotton expando-tubes *laughs*

I've seen mention of Divacup and the Keeper and was wondering if they are better to use...and less messy. I'm not all that comfy with restarting my period, probably because it always came at the worst possible times for me before.

I'm rambling. *laughs*

Anyway, thanks for whatever help y'all can offer:)

Comments

[macabre-grrl.livejournal.com]

The cups sometimes cause a bit of blood to get on your hand but it's really no big deal. You can contain the mess in the toilet and change it at home in the evening. And the cups make it so that your period is no longer a problem or a nuisance. No leaks, reduces cramps. I suppose if you are trying to get pregnant though, you'll only be able to use it for a short while before having to buy the new size. If I were you, i'd just buy the after childbirth size because I think the difference is minimal. I've seen both sizes of Keeper cups and one is just a tad softer.

In short, you really should go for it! See the_keeper

Ahhh...

[valeriana.livejournal.com]

Thank you:)

I will definitely make sure to check it out!!

I heard about it a while back (before I had to worry about it *laughs*) and just thought it was the coolest idea:)