No; after removal from packaging, you must sterilize and clean the menstrual cup before it is ready for use. To sterilize the cup, fully remove all packaging, bring a pot of water to a boil, and then place the cup in the boiling water for 5 to minutes. Take care in removing the cup from the water to avoid injury. After removing the cup from the water, place it on a clean surface and allow it to cool for several minutes to a neutral room temperature. To check the temperature, feel both the inside and outside of the cup. Clean and dry the cup as needed before use.

Inserting a menstrual cup is similar to inserting a tampon; however, you will need to fold the menstrual cup in order to insert it properly, as well as slightly twist the cup once inserted to secure its position and form a seal with the vaginal wall.
When removing a menstrual cup, rather than pulling on the stem as you would on the string of a tampon, instead grip the base of the cup (above the stem), pinch slightly, and pull to remove. Be sure not to use your fingernails while gripping the menstrual cup to avoid damaging the cup or tearing the stem.

Yes; you should always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before inserting or removing a menstrual cup. Be sure to use unscented soap and to dry your hands.

You may start to feel the weight of the cup inside your body once it has filled with liquid. For your first 2 to 3 cycles, it is recommended to check the cup every 4 to 6 hours. On days with a light or normal period flow, you may not feel the sense of weight, so please do not rely on the feeling alone as guidance of when to remove the cup, and instead follow the timeline guidance. Be sure to remove the cup after 12 hours of use, regardless of weight or feeling, as the product is not designed for continuous use beyond this guideline.

If you are having trouble removing your menstrual cup, first try using your pelvic muscles to push down. This should lower
the cup until you will be able to feel the stem with your fingers. Once you can feel the stem, grasp the base of the cup, pinch slightly, and pull to remove. If you continue to experience difficulty removing the cup or cannot remove it using this guidance, please contact your doctor.

As you adjust to using the menstrual cup and the proper removal procedures, you may experience leakage during removal. However, after familiarization with the process and several cycles of experience using the cup, most users become comfortable with the removal process and can remove the menstrual cup without leakage. Removing your menstrual cup over a toilet can help provide reassurance during the learning process.

Cleaning your menstrual cup is as easy as using it. After each use, you should thoroughly wash your cup with unscented soap and water and dry it completely before usage or storage. We also recommend sterilizing your menstrual cup at the end of each cycle, or when using it after an extended period or storage. To sterilize the cup, bring a pot of water to a boil, and then place the cup in the boiling water for 5 to 7 minutes. Take care in removing the cup from the water to avoid injury.
After removing the cup from the water, place it on a clean surface and allow it to cool for several minutes to a neutral room temperature. To check the temperature, feel both the inside and outside of the cup. Clean and dry the cup as needed before use. During travel, you can also sterilize your Leia Menstrual Cup using sterilizing pads or by placing it in a microwave for a short duration.

Rinse the menstrual cup with cold water, rather than warm or hot water. Higher water temperatures are needed to sterilize the cup, but can cause menstrual fluid to stain the cup over time. Discoloration over time is normal and should be expected.

Discoloration can occur with repeated use and may not be fully removed with cold water rinsing or sterilization. To remove persistent staining, soak the cup in hydrogen peroxide for 3 to 5 minutes, and then allow the cup to dry on a clean surface.
Hydrogen peroxide will evaporate completely with no residue, so you do not need to rinse the menstrual cup after it is dry.
Be sure to store the menstrual cup properly after cleaning if you are not planning on immediate reuse.

To sterilize the cup, bring a pot of water to a boil, and then place the cup in the boiling water for 5 to 7 minutes. Take care in removing the cup from the water to avoid injury. After removing the cup from the water, place it on a clean surface and allow it to cool for several minutes to a neutral room temperature. To check the temperature, feel both the inside and outside of the cup. Clean and dry the cup as needed before storage.

Store your menstrual cup in a dry place with some air circulation. Always fully dry your menstrual cup before storing, and never place a wet cup in a watertight container.

No; you should never use a menstrual cup before or after your period. Only use a menstrual cup during your menstrual cycle.

No; menstrual cups are considered personal hygiene products, and it is not safe to share them between multiple users.

People who are using an Intrauterine Device (IUD) for contraception should take caution, as there have been scientific studies of menstrual cups contributing to the dislodging of the IUD. Consultation with a healthcare worker on how to safely proceed is advised before use of menstrual cup products. People using IUDs may need to consider alternate options for either family planning or menstrual care management.