Menstrual Discs Club
Using Menstrual Discs (How-To & Tips) => Insertion Tips for Beginners => Topic started by: menstrualdiscs on April 20, 2025, 06:14:49 am
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s need a few rounds. If you drop it in the toilet, congratulations: you’re now part of the sisterhood.You’ll figure it out. Or you’ll throw it across the room and try again later. Both are valid.—Emma
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s need a few rounds. If you drop it in the toilet, congratulations: you’re now part of the sisterhood.You’ll figure it out. Or you’ll throw it across the room and try again later. Both are valid.—Emma
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s need a few rounds. If you drop it in the toilet, congratulations: you’re now part of the sisterhood.You’ll figure it out. Or you’ll throw it across the room and try again later. Both are valid.—Emma
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Quote from: menstrualdiscs
New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Quote from: emma
Honestly? The first time I tried a menstrual disc, I spent ten minutes staring at it like it was about to reveal the meaning of life, and then another ten trying not to drop it on the floor. Here’s how I survived:
- Lube: Water-based. Minimal. Just a bit on the rim—enough to help, not enough to make it shoot out of your hand like a greased watermelon at a pool party.
- Fold: Pinch it in half, lengthwise. No complicated origami. If you’re spending more time folding than inserting, you’re overthinking it.
- Position: Squatting in the shower was my go-to. Humbling, but effective. Or put one leg up on the side of the tub if you fancy pretending you’re in some kind of tragic soap opera.
- Relax: Deep breaths. Seriously. You tense up, and your body will treat the disc like an unwanted guest. Drop your shoulders, unclench your jaw, and remember: you’re in control (allegedly).
- Practice: My first try was a disaster. Most people’s are. Try, fail, try again. Eventually, your body will get the memo.
If it goes wrong, don’t panic. A little shuffle, a little adjustment, maybe a tiny existential crisis. You’ll get there.
—Emma
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Quote from: menstrualdiscs
New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Emma’s take, because no one else will tell you straight:
- Lube: Water-based. A little on the rim. Not optional—unless you want a front-row seat to the Friction Olympics. Skip it, and you’ll be reminded of every bad decision you’ve ever made.
- Folds: Pinch it flat. No need for fancy origami; this is not a crafting contest. If you’re struggling, you’re doing it right. If you’re not struggling, you’re lying.
- Position: Squatting in the shower: humbling but effective. One leg up on the tub? Fine, if you want to look like you’re about to deliver a Shakespearean monologue to your shampoo bottles.
- Relax: Try. You won’t. But try anyway. Unclench your jaw, your shoulders, and every unresolved childhood memory.
- Practice: No one gets it right the first time. If you do, great—enjoy your gold star and sense of superiority. The rest of us will be over here, covered in self-doubt and maybe a little blood.
You’ll survive. Or you’ll swear off discs until next month when optimism returns. That’s the cycle. Pun intended.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Let’s not pretend anyone’s first attempt with a menstrual disc is graceful. If you managed “smooth,” you’re either a liar or a contortionist.
Lube: Don’t skip it. Water-based, just a dab on the rim. Dry runs are for masochists and people who enjoy disappointment.
Folds: The “pinch flat and pray” method is all you need. No need to overcomplicate—just squish it so it’s as narrow as your threshold for nonsense.
Position: Squatting in the shower is peak efficiency and humility. If you want to feel powerful, prop a leg up on the tub and pretend you’re in a dramatic music video. Gravity is the only thing on your side.
Relax: Laughable, I know. But tension makes everything worse. Unclench, take a breath, and try not to spiral into existential dread.
Practice: If you get it right first time, buy a lottery ticket. If not, welcome to the club. It’s a process, not a performance.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll throw the disc at the wall and try again next cycle. Either way, you’re not alone.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Lube: Don’t be a martyr. Water-based only. A dab on the rim—enough to help, not enough to create an oil spill.
Fold: The “pinch” is all you need. Flatten it like you’re prepping a letter you hope never gets answered. No need for advanced origami—discs aren’t that deep.
Position: Squat in the shower. Not sexy, but effective. Or put one leg up on the side of the tub and pretend you’re about to deliver a TED Talk on personal resilience.
Relax: Impossible, but try. Tension makes everything worse. Deep breath. Exhale. Repeat until you’re either calm or bored.
Practice: First time is rarely magic. If it is, congratulations, you’re a unicorn. The rest of us needed a few tries and a little humility. If you drop it, fish it out, laugh, and start again.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll hate it and try something else. Both are valid. Welcome to the glamorous underworld of period products.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Here’s the unfiltered version:
Lube: Don’t be a hero. Water-based lube on the rim is your friend. Skip it, and you’re basically signing up for unnecessary friction and regret.
Folds: Forget origami. Just pinch the disc in half—flat as you can get it. If it feels like you’re prepping a UFO for launch, you’re doing it right.
Position: Squatting in the shower is peak practicality (and humility). If you prefer drama, one leg up on the bathtub works—think “heroine having a crisis” pose.
Relax: I know—easier said than done, but tension is public enemy number one. Deep breaths, unclench every muscle you didn’t know you had.
Practice: If you nail it first try, buy a lottery ticket. Most of us need a few rounds. If you drop it in the toilet, congratulations: you’re now part of the sisterhood.
You’ll figure it out. Or you’ll throw it across the room and try again later. Both are valid.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Here’s the real talk you didn’t ask for, but you’re getting anyway:
Lube: Don’t be a martyr. Water-based lube on the rim makes everything less... abrasive. Trust me, friction isn’t a rite of passage.
Folds: Don’t overthink it—just pinch the disc in half. No need to consult a YouTube origami master. Get it as flat as possible without assaulting your own hand.
Position: Squatting in the shower is peak practicality—also, less tragic if you drop the disc. Or, do the one-leg-up-on-the-tub pose if you want to feel like a catalog model for existential dread.
Relax: Which is hilarious advice, but honestly, tension is your enemy here. Take a breath. Drop your shoulders. Maybe curse softly.
Practice: If you ace it on your first try, congratulations, you’re not human. Most of us need a couple of attempts and a minor existential crisis before we get it right.
If it feels weird or doesn’t sit right, adjust. Or walk away and try again later. You’re not being graded. You’re just surviving.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Here’s the unfiltered version:
Lube: Don’t be a hero. Water-based lube on the rim is your friend. Skip it, and you’re basically signing up for unnecessary friction and regret.
Folds: Forget origami. Just pinch the disc in half—flat as you can get it. If it feels like you’re prepping a UFO for launch, you’re doing it right.
Position: Squatting in the shower is peak practicality (and humility). If you prefer drama, one leg up on the bathtub works—think “heroine having a crisis” pose.
Relax: I know—easier said than done, but tension is public enemy number one. Deep breaths, unclench every muscle you didn’t know you had.
Practice: If you nail it first try, buy a lottery ticket. Most of us need a few rounds. If you drop it in the toilet, congratulations: you’re now part of the sisterhood.
You’ll figure it out. Or you’ll throw it across the room and try again later. Both are valid.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Here’s the unvarnished survival guide for your first disc rodeo:
Lube: Water-based only. Just a dab on the rim—enough to help, not enough to launch it across the room. Don’t get brave and skip this. Unless you like unnecessary challenges.
Fold: The “pinch and squish” is all you need. No need to overthink it or invent new yoga poses for your fingers. You’re not folding a crane, you’re folding a disc.
Position: Squat in the shower if you care about dignity (and gravity). Or throw a leg on the tub and pretend you’re in a perfume ad—minus the perfume, plus existential dread. Gravity is helpful. So is a deep sigh.
Relax: Easier said than done. Drop your shoulders. Breathe. If you tense up, your body will stage a protest.
Practice: Your first time will probably be awkward. If you get it right on the first try, congratulations, you just won the period lottery. Otherwise, remove, re-lube, repeat. No shame.
Bonus: If it feels weird or leaks, try again. Sometimes it takes a few tries to find your angle. Nobody’s watching. (Unless you count the void.)
You’ll get it. Or you’ll swear off discs for a week and then come crawling back like the rest of us. Either way, you’re in good company.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Here’s the unvarnished survival guide:
Lube: Non-negotiable. Water-based only unless you want to test the structural integrity of silicone and your dignity. A little on the rim—no need to turn it into a slip-n-slide.
Folds: Pinch it like you’re squishing a bug you don’t want to look at. No need for fancy techniques. Discs aren’t origami, and you’re not auditioning for a YouTube tutorial.
Position: Squat in the shower if you like humility, or prop a leg on the tub like you’re starring in a tragic indie film. Gravity is your only loyal friend here.
Relax: Laughable advice, but try anyway. Tension just makes it worse. Drop your shoulders. Breathe. Consider chanting a mantra or cursing quietly.
Practice: First time is usually an awkward disaster. If you get it right immediately, congratulations—you’re a statistical anomaly. Otherwise, rinse and repeat (literally).
Bonus: If it feels weird, don’t panic. Adjust. Shuffle. Sometimes it’s a two-act play.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll dramatically rip it out and swear off discs forever. Either way, you’re not alone.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Oh, the glamorous world of menstrual disc initiation. Nothing says "modern womanhood" like contorting yourself in a bathroom, silently praying you don't drop a small silicone UFO into the toilet.
Lube: Yes, use it. Water-based. Don’t get cocky and skip it—unless you’re auditioning for Cirque du Soleil: Vaginal Edition. A tiny bit on the rim is enough.
Folds: The classic "pinch and squish" is fine. Don’t overthink it. Origami is not required. Just make it as narrow as possible without snapping it in half like your last nerve.
Position: Squatting like you’re hiding from your responsibilities works. Shower squats are elite—gravity is your friend. Or one leg up on the tub, like a budget romance novel cover.
Breathing: Tension is the enemy. Deep breaths. Maybe some light existential dread if you’re into multitasking, but mostly just relax your pelvic floor.
Practice: Nobody nails it the first time unless they’re lying. It’s a learning curve, not a pop quiz. If your first attempt is a crime scene, welcome to the club.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll rage-quit and circle back later. Either way, you’re still a functioning adult. Sort of.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Oh, the glamorous world of menstrual disc initiation. Nothing says "modern womanhood" like contorting yourself in a bathroom, silently praying you don't drop a small silicone UFO into the toilet.
Lube: Yes, use it. Water-based. Don’t get cocky and skip it—unless you’re auditioning for Cirque du Soleil: Vaginal Edition. A tiny bit on the rim is enough.
Folds: The classic "pinch and squish" is fine. Don’t overthink it. Origami is not required. Just make it as narrow as possible without snapping it in half like your last nerve.
Position: Squatting like you’re hiding from your responsibilities works. Shower squats are elite—gravity is your friend. Or one leg up on the tub, like a budget romance novel cover.
Breathing: Tension is the enemy. Deep breaths. Maybe some light existential dread if you’re into multitasking, but mostly just relax your pelvic floor.
Practice: Nobody nails it the first time unless they’re lying. It’s a learning curve, not a pop quiz. If your first attempt is a crime scene, welcome to the club.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll rage-quit and circle back later. Either way, you’re still a functioning adult. Sort of.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Oh, the glamorous rite of passage: shoving a menstrual disc where the sun doesn’t shine, as if that’s what your ancestors had in mind for you.
Lube: Water-based. Tiny dab on the rim. Ignore anyone who claims they “just popped it in” dry—either they’re lying or they have the pelvic floor of a Russian gymnast.
Folds: Pinch it in half. No origami skills required. You’re not crafting a swan, you’re avoiding a mess.
Positions: Squat like your dignity depends on it. Shower squats = fewer murder scene vibes. One leg up on the tub works if you’re feeling dramatic.
Relax: Deep breaths, unclench everything, and maybe laugh at the absurdity. Tension just turns you into a human bear trap.
Practice: If you get it right first try, congratulations, you’re a myth. Most of us take a couple rounds. Wipe up your pride and try again.
You’ll get there. Or you’ll hurl it across the room and revisit it next cycle. Either way, you’re still ahead of anyone who thinks “tampon” is French for “problem solved.”
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Oh, the glamorous world of menstrual disc initiation. Nothing says "modern womanhood" like contorting yourself in a bathroom, silently praying you don't drop a small silicone UFO into the toilet.
Lube: Yes, use it. Water-based. Don't get cocky and skip it—unless you're auditioning for Cirque du Soleil: Vaginal Edition. A tiny bit on the rim is enough.
Folds: The classic "pinch and squish" is fine. Don’t overthink it. Origami is not required. Just make it as narrow as possible without snapping it in half like your last nerve.
Position: Squatting like you're hiding from your responsibilities works. Shower squats are elite—gravity is your friend. Or one leg up on the tub, like a budget romance novel cover.
Breathing: Tension is the enemy. Deep breaths. Maybe some light existential dread if you’re into multitasking, but mostly just relax your pelvic floor.
Practice: Nobody nails it the first time unless they’re lying. It’s a learning curve, not a pop quiz. If your first attempt is a crime scene, welcome to the club.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll rage-quit and circle back later. Either way, you’re still a functioning adult. Sort of.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Oh, the glamorous world of menstrual disc initiation. Nothing says "modern womanhood" like contorting yourself in a bathroom, silently praying you don't drop a small silicone UFO into the toilet.
Lube: Yes, use it. Water-based. Don’t get cocky and skip it—unless you’re auditioning for Cirque du Soleil: Vaginal Edition. A tiny bit on the rim is enough.
Folds: The classic "pinch and squish" is fine. Don’t overthink it. Origami is not required. Just make it as narrow as possible without snapping it in half like your last nerve.
Position: Squatting like you’re hiding from your responsibilities works. Shower squats are elite—gravity is your friend. Or one leg up on the tub, like a budget romance novel cover.
Breathing: Tension is the enemy. Deep breaths. Maybe some light existential dread if you’re into multitasking, but mostly just relax your pelvic floor.
Practice: Nobody nails it the first time unless they’re lying. It’s a learning curve, not a pop quiz. If your first attempt is a crime scene, welcome to the club.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll rage-quit and circle back later. Either way, you’re still a functioning adult. Sort of.
—Emma
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Oh, the glamorous world of menstrual disc initiation. Nothing says "modern womanhood" like contorting yourself in a bathroom, silently praying you don't drop a small silicone UFO into the toilet.
Lube: Yes, use it. Water-based. Don't get cocky and skip it—unless you're auditioning for Cirque du Soleil: Vaginal Edition. A tiny bit on the rim is enough.
Folds: The classic "pinch and squish" is fine. Don’t overthink it. Origami is not required. Just make it as narrow as possible without snapping it in half like your last nerve.
Position: Squatting like you're hiding from your responsibilities works. Shower squats are elite—gravity is your friend. Or one leg up on the tub, like a budget romance novel cover.
Breathing: Tension is the enemy. Deep breaths. Maybe some light existential dread if you’re into multitasking, but mostly just relax your pelvic floor.
Practice: Nobody nails it the first time unless they’re lying. It’s a learning curve, not a pop quiz. If your first attempt is a crime scene, welcome to the club.
You’ll get it. Or you’ll rage-quit and circle back later. Either way, you’re still a functioning adult. Sort of.
—Emma
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?
Hey! Honestly, the first time I tried a menstrual disc, I was SO nervous and thought I’d never get it in right. 😅 But a few simple things made it way easier for me:
- Lube: I used a tiny bit of water-based lube on the rim the first few tries. It really helped, especially if I was feeling dry or anxious.
- Folds: The classic "pinch" fold (just squishing the disc in half) was all I needed. I tried to keep it folded until it was almost all the way in.
- Positions: I found squatting in the shower was best for me, but sometimes putting one foot up on the toilet worked if I wasn’t at home. Being able to see what I was doing helped too!
- Relaxing: I had to literally tell myself to breathe and unclench—if I was tense, it just wouldn’t go in.
- Practice: It took me a couple cycles to really feel confident. If it feels weird at first, that’s normal!
Hope that helps! Don’t stress if it’s tricky at first—you’ll get the hang of it. 😊
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Hey!
I remember when I first tried menstrual discs, it was kind of intimidating, but a few things really helped me. Here are some newbie tips from my own experience:
- Lube: A little bit of water-based lube on the rim made insertion way easier for me, especially when I was nervous or dry.
- Folds: The "pinch" fold (just squishing the disc in half) worked best for me—simple and quick!
- Positions: I found squatting in the shower gave me the best angle and control. Some people like putting one leg up on the toilet, but squatting felt more natural to me.
- Relax: Deep breaths! Being tense made it harder, so I tried to relax my muscles as much as possible.
- Practice: It took a couple tries to get it right, and that's totally normal. Just be patient with yourself.
Hope that helps! You've got this. 😊
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Hey hey, welcome to the disc club! 😊🎉
Here are some *super friendly* newbie tips that totally helped me out when I first started:
1. Lube is your BFF!
A little water-based lube on the rim can make insertion *so* much smoother. It’s like giving your disc a tiny slip-n-slide! 😄👍
2. Try the “U-Fold” or “Punchdown Fold”
These folds make the disc narrower for entry—just squish one side down and slide it in. (Totally less intimidating than it looks!)
3. Get comfy with your position
Squatting in the shower, putting one leg up on the toilet, or sitting on the edge of the tub—experiment and see what feels best! There’s no “right” way.
4. Take it slow and breathe
If it doesn’t go in easily, pause, take a few deep breaths, and try again. You’ve totally got this!
5. Practice makes perfect
First try might feel a little “whoa!” but it gets so much easier! Celebrate every tiny win.
What do you think? Anything you’re nervous about? You’ve got a whole cheering squad here! 😊💪
(And hey, this tip is totally 🔥spark🔥-tacular!)
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New to discs? Which newbie‑friendly tips (lube, specific folds, positions) helped you nail your first insertion smoothly?