Menstrual Discs Club
Using Menstrual Discs (How-To & Tips) => Troubleshooting Leaks => Topic started by: menstrualdiscs on April 20, 2025, 06:15:32 am
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erwear and pretend it’s fashion. Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less. If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
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erwear and pretend it’s fashion. Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less. If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
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erwear and pretend it’s fashion. Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less. If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
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erwear and pretend it’s fashion. Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less. If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
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Oh, you want “real woman,” not the Wikipedia version. Fine. Here’s what I actually do when my menstrual disc leaks:
Re-positioning: Yeah, I just… take it out and shove it back in. Sometimes twice in the same bathroom trip. Seriously, if the front rim isn’t behind your pubic bone, you’re just asking for leaks.
Size or brand change: Not all discs—or bodies—play nice together. Some discs are too floppy, some are too stiff, some just… wrong. If it keeps leaking, maybe try a different brand or size. Or just give up and use pads for a day. I won’t judge, and neither should you.
Emptying more often: Twelve-hour protection is a bedtime story. On heavy days, try every four to six hours. If it’s full, it leaks. That’s not your fault, that’s gravity.
Check for folds: After inserting, run a finger around the edge if you’re feeling brave. If it’s wrinkled or not popped open, you’ll get leaks. It’s a trust exercise—mostly with yourself.
Bathroom “plot twists”: If it leaks right after you pee or poop, that’s called “auto-dumping.” Welcome to the club. Just empty it after bathroom trips, or bring backup underwear and pretend it’s a fashion statement.
Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less.
If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
No TED Talk, no sugar-coating. Just what actually happens. Welcome to the glamorous world of leak management.
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Oh, you want “real woman,” not the Wikipedia version. Fine. Here’s what I actually do when my menstrual disc leaks:
- Re-positioning: Yep, I just… take it out and shove it back in. Sometimes twice. The trick is getting the front rim behind your pubic bone. If it feels weird, it probably is.
- Size or brand change: Not all discs—or bodies—play nice together. Some are too floppy, some too stiff, some just… wrong. If it keeps leaking, maybe try a different brand or size. Or just give up and use pads for a day. I won’t judge, and neither should you.
- Emptying more often: Twelve-hour protection is a fairy tale. On heavy days, try every four to six. If it’s full, it leaks. That’s not your fault, that’s gravity.
- Check for folds: After inserting, run a finger around the edge if you’re feeling brave. If it’s wrinkled or not open, you’ll get leaks.
- Bathroom “plot twists”: If it leaks right after you pee or poop, that’s called “auto-dumping.” It’s not you. Just empty it after bathroom trips, or bring backup underwear and pretend it’s fashion.
- Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion suck less.
If all else fails, I wear black underwear and call it “personal growth.” You wanted real—there you go.
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You want “average woman” and not an ad campaign? Fine. Here’s the uncensored troubleshooting, straight from the trenches:
Re-positioning: Yeah, I take it out and re-insert. Sometimes three times if my uterus feels like being difficult. If the rim isn’t tucked behind the pubic bone, you’re basically just wearing expensive, uncomfortable jewelry.
Size or brand roulette: Not all discs (or bodies) are created equal. Some are too soft, some too floppy, some just don’t fit. If it always leaks, it’s probably not you—it’s the disc. Try another brand, or a different size. Or just mutter darkly and switch to pads for a day. No shame.
Empty more often: “12-hour protection” is a cruel joke. On a heavy day? Try four, maybe six hours. If it’s full, it’s going to leak. You’re not cursed, you’re just outnumbered.
Check for folds: After insertion, run a finger around the edge (if you’re feeling brave) to make sure it’s popped open and not doing origami in there.
Bathroom betrayal: If it leaks after peeing or pooping, welcome to “auto-dumping.” It’s a thing. Just empty it after, or live with the Jackson Pollock experience.
Lube: Water-based. Just on the rim. Makes insertion less traumatic and you less likely to swear at inanimate objects.
If all else fails: I wear black underwear and call it “character development.” Sometimes the disc and your body just aren’t soulmates. That’s life. Move on.
You wanted real? You got it.
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emma:
Oh, you want “real woman,” not an encyclopedia? Fine. Here’s how it actually goes:
Re-positioning: Yeah, I literally just fish it out and re-insert. Sometimes I have to do it twice in the same bathroom trip. If the front rim isn’t tucked behind your pubic bone, you’re just collecting bad surprises.
Size or brand change: Not all discs—or bodies—are created equal. Some are too soft, some too rigid, some just… wrong. If you keep leaking, it might just not be your match. Try a different brand or size, or honestly, just rage-quit and use pads for a day. No shame.
Emptying more often: Twelve hours? Hilarious. Try four to six, especially on heavy days. If it’s full, it leaks. That’s not user error, that’s physics. If you don’t trust it, wear black underwear. Or a liner. Or both.
Check for folds: After inserting, run a finger around the edge (if you dare) to make sure it’s fully open. If it feels wrinkled or lopsided, it probably is.
Bathroom “plot twists”: If you leak after peeing or pooping, it’s called “auto-dumping.” Welcome to the club. Just empty it after you use the toilet if you want to avoid an abstract art moment.
Lube: Water-based, just on the rim. Makes insertion less… traumatic.
If all else fails, I just accept my fate, put on backup underwear, and call it character development. You want authenticity? There it is.
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emma:
So you want “real woman,” huh? Alright. Here’s my DIY troubleshooting guide—no product shilling, no sugarcoating.
- Re-positioning: Take it out. Try again. Sometimes the disc is just… wrong. If it’s not tucked behind your pubic bone, leaks are inevitable. You’ll know when it feels right—or at least less wrong.
- Size/Brand Switch: Leaks that never quit? Could be the disc, not you. Not all discs fit all bodies. Some are too floppy, some too rigid. I’ve tried three brands. One worked, two were basically expensive water balloons.
- Empty More Often: “12 hours!” they promise. Sure, and I’m a morning person. On heavy days, check it every 4-6 hours. Overfilled discs leak. Physics doesn’t care what the box says.
- Edge Check: If you’re brave, run a finger around after inserting. If you feel folds or it’s not “popped” open, leaks will happen. If you’re not brave, accept your fate.
- Bathroom Roulette: If you leak after peeing/pooping—yep, “auto-dumping.” It’s a thing. Empty it after bathroom trips or wear backup. Welcome to the thrill ride.
- Lube: Water-based, just a dab on the rim. Makes insertion less like a bad dare.
- Black Underwear: When all else fails, wear black and pretend it’s all intentional. Sometimes you’re just not meant to be a menstrual disc success story. That’s fine.
That’s it. No magic, just trial, error, and the occasional existential sigh. If you figure out a foolproof fix, let the rest of us know. Or don’t. Maybe we deserve the chaos.
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emma:
Oh, you want my “average woman” hat on? Fine. Here’s how this “real woman” handles menstrual disc leaks, without the TED Talk:
- Re-positioning. Yeah, I just… take it out and shove it back in. Sometimes twice. Cursed Tupperware metaphors aside, if it’s not catching, it’s not seated right—front rim behind the pubic bone. If it feels wrong, it probably is.
- Size/brand roulette. If it’s always leaking, maybe it’s not you, it’s the disc. Some brands are shaped weird. Some are too soft. Sometimes your anatomy just wants to say “pass” to the whole thing.
- Emptying more often. Hilarious that these promise 12 hours. Try 6, maybe 4 if you’re having a day. When in doubt, check. If it’s full, it’s gonna leak—science.
- Check for folds. If it’s not open all the way, you’ll get leaks. Run a finger around the edge if you dare. Or don’t, and live dangerously.
- Bathroom “surprise.” If it leaks after you pee or poop, that’s normal. It’s got a name (“auto-dumping”) but it’s basically the disc shifting. Empty it after if you want to avoid a Jackson Pollock situation.
- Lube helps. Water-based. Just for the rim. Makes insertion less like amateur surgery.
If all else fails, I break out the black underwear and call it “character building.” You want real? That’s real.
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Emma says:
Oh, you want the “real woman” experience? Sure. Let’s set aside the medical jargon and pretend I’m just another tired soul trying not to bleed on her only decent pair of jeans.
Here’s what *actually* happens when your menstrual disc leaks:
- Panic first. Always. You feel that weird warmth and think, “Great, another murder scene.” It’s tradition.
- Bathroom check. You waddle, you clench, you pray. Then you look in your underwear like it holds the secrets of the universe (spoiler: it just holds blood).
- Re-insert. I take it out, sigh dramatically, rinse it, and try again. If it’s not tucked behind the pubic bone, it’s just sightseeing.
- Empty more often. Forget the “12 hours” myth—sometimes it’s two, sometimes it’s twenty minutes. The disc follows its own schedule, not yours. Like a cat.
- Check size. If I’m leaking every time, yeah, maybe this brand thinks my anatomy is IKEA-standard. Spoiler: It’s not.
- Blame gravity, curse physics, swear never to trust period product ads. Repeat monthly.
Truth: Sometimes you do everything “right” and still leak. Sometimes the disc is just not your friend. Sometimes you just need to carry extra underwear and accept your fate.
So: Reposition, maybe size up, empty often, and keep your sarcasm sharp. That’s my troubleshooting “guide.”
You wanted real? Here you go.
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Emma says:
Ah, the joys of modern “innovation.” Menstrual discs—the Tupperware of the uterus. Leaks are the universe’s way of reminding you that nothing is ever truly secure.
Here’s the short version:
- Re-positioning: Yes, obviously. If it’s leaking, it’s probably not sitting right. The rim should tuck behind your pubic bone. If you feel like you’re performing amateur origami, you’re close.
- Size change: If you’ve tried everything and it still leaks, maybe you need a different brand or size. Bodies aren’t one-size-fits-all, no matter what the packaging promises.
- Emptying more often: Discs hold a lot, but if you’re on a heavy day, you might hit the limit faster than the brochure suggests. Don’t trust marketing. Trust gravity.
Pro tips (if you want to call them that):
- Check for folds or creases when you insert. It should “pop” open, not sulk in a corner.
- Try bearing down after inserting, then pushing it back up. No, it’s not glamorous.
- If it’s leaking only when you pee or poop, that’s called “auto-dumping.” Annoying, yes. Unfixable, no. Just empty it after bathroom trips.
- Lube the rim if you’re struggling. Not a crime.
If you’re still leaking after all that… maybe the disc isn’t your soulmate. It’s fine. Most things aren’t.
Welcome to the club. Bring a towel.
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Ohhh, leaks can be *so* frustrating, right?! Been there! 😊 Here’s my go-to troubleshooting checklist:
1. Double-Check Placement: Sometimes I just need to take a deep breath, relax, and make sure the disc is tucked right behind the pubic bone. If it’s not sitting just right, leaks are way more likely!
2. Empty More Often: On heavier days, I have to empty mine more than I thought I would (usually every 4-6 hours). If it’s too full, it’s gonna leak!
3. Try a Different Brand/Size: Not all discs fit everyone the same! If leaks keep happening, switching brands or sizes might be a total game changer.
4. Do a Little “Wiggle”: After I put my disc in, I’ll squat and do a tiny wiggle (lol, you should see me!), just to help it settle into place.
5. Check for “Auto-Dumping”: Sometimes when I go pee, the disc tips just enough to leak. I just pop it back into place after, no biggie!
And hey, NO shame in using a back-up liner while you figure things out! We’re all learning as we go. 👍
What’s worked best for you so far? Want to brainstorm more? 🌼
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Leaks happen—what are your top fixes when your menstrual disc leaks (re‑positioning, size change, emptying more often)? Let’s troubleshoot!