Your Simple, Confident, Zero-Stress Guide to Using a Menstrual Cup

By Andy Flowers

💜 WELCOME

Hi Beautiful,

This guide was created to help you switch to a menstrual cup without fear, confusion, or discomfort.

You’re about to learn the exact steps women use to go from:

❌ “I’m nervous…”
to
✨ “I can’t believe how easy this is.”

Let’s get you confident, comfortable, and ready for total cycle freedom.

 

 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• How to choose the right cup
  
  
• How to insert a cup comfortably
  
  
• How to prevent leaks
  
  
• The folds that make insertion easier
  
  
• Cleaning & care
  
  
• Common first-time mistakes
  
  
• Simple troubleshooting
  
  
• Tips for confident all-day wear
  

1. WHY SWITCH TO A MENSTRUAL CUP?

✨ Comfort

No dryness, no irritation, no “cotton feeling.”
Just soft, flexible silicone that moves with your body.

✨ Freedom

Up to 12 hours of protection — even overnight.

✨ Safety

Medical-grade silicone. No toxins. No chemicals.

✨ Savings

One cup replaces 200+ pads/tampons per year.

✨ Sustainability

Less waste. More love for the planet.

2. CHOOSING THE RIGHT CUP SIZE

Your Andy Flowers cup comes in two sizes:

Size S (Small)

Best for:

• Light to medium flow
  
  
• Younger women
  
  
• First-time cup users
  
  
• Low cervix
  
  

Size L (Large)

Best for:

• Medium to heavy flow
  
  
• Women who have given birth
  
  
• High cervix
  
  

Tip:

You’re never locked in, many women use one size during light days and another during heavy days.

3. BEFORE YOU INSERT THE CUP

Wash your hands.

Always.

Warm up the cup.

Run under warm water → becomes softer and easier to fold.

Relax your body.

Tension = discomfort.

Take a deep breath.
You’re in control.

4. THE BEST FOLDS FOR BEGINNERS

1️⃣ C-Fold (Easiest)

Fold the cup in half to create a “C” shape.

2️⃣ Punch-Down Fold (Most Comfortable)

Push the rim down to create a narrow tip.

3️⃣ 7-Fold (Quick insertion)

Fold diagonally for a slimmer edge.

Try all three, your body will pick the winner.

5. HOW TO INSERT THE CUP (Step by Step)

1. Fold your cup
   Choose your preferred fold.
   
   
2. Find a comfortable position
   
   

• Sitting
  
  
• Squatting
  
  
• Standing with one leg up
  
  

1. Insert at an angle
   Aim toward your tailbone — not straight up.
   
   
2. Let it open naturally
   Once inside, the cup will “pop” open and seal.
   
   
3. Check the seal (optional)
   Gently rotate the base of the cup.
   You should feel:
   
   

• Secure
  
  
• Comfortable
  
  
• Zero pain
  
  

If you feel pain → cup is too high or not sealed. Adjust slightly.

6. HOW TO REMOVE THE CUP

Never pull by the stem.
Instead:

1. Relax your pelvic muscles.
   
   
2. Pinch the base of the cup to release the seal.
   
   
3. Gently wiggle and pull down.
   
   
4. Empty → rinse → reinsert.
   
   

This becomes second nature quickly.

7. HOW TO PREVENT LEAKS

Here are the top fixes (simple and effective):

✔ Check the seal

Rotate the cup gently. If it spins → it’s sealed.

✔ Try the punch-down fold

Often creates a more secure seal.

✔ Position matters

Tilt toward your tailbone.

✔ Higher vs lower placement

Some women need the cup slightly lower.

✔ Pick the right size

If you have heavy flow → use Large.

8. CLEANING & CARE

Daily

• Empty every 8–12 hours
  
  
• Rinse with warm water
  
  
• Use mild, fragrance-free cleanser
  
  

Monthly (end of cycle)

• Boil for 3–5 minutes
  
  
• Let dry
  
  
• Store in the breathable bag
  
  

Avoid

• Scented soaps
  
  
• Oils
  
  
• Harsh cleaners
  
  
• Storing in airtight containers

9. COMMON FIRST-TIME MISTAKES (and how to fix them)

Mistake 1: Pushing the cup too high
➜ Solution: Keep it lower — your body pulls it into place.

Mistake 2: Using the wrong fold
➜ Solution: Try punch-down or 7-fold.

Mistake 3: Not breaking the seal when removing
➜ Solution: Always pinch the base first.

Mistake 4: Getting frustrated on day 1
➜ Solution: Give it 2–3 cycles. Comfort improves fast.

Mistake 5: Being too tense
➜ Solution: Deep breath. Relax. You’re safe.

10. OVERNIGHT WEAR — YES, YOU CAN

The Andy Flowers cup is perfect for sleeping:

• No leaks
  
  
• No shifting
  
  
• No dryness
  
  

Just 12 hours of comfort.

11. WORKOUTS, SWIMMING & ACTIVE LIFESTYLES

You can confidently:

• Run
  
  
• Swim
  
  
• Lift
  
  
• Dance
  
  
• Do yoga
  
  
• Travel
  
  

The cup stays sealed and secure.

12. TROUBLESHOOTING QUICK FIXES

It leaks

Try:

• Punch-down fold
  
  
• Checking seal
  
  
• Using correct size
  
  

It feels uncomfortable

Try:

• Lower placement
  
  
• Softer fold
  
  
• Turning the cup gently
  
  

Hard to remove

Try:

• Relaxing
  
  
• Bearing down slightly
  
  

Pinching the cup base more firmly

13. YOUR FIRST CYCLE ROADMAP

Cycle 1

Learning + adjusting

Cycle 2

Confidence + comfort grows

Cycle 3

Total freedom, you’ll never look back

14. YOU’RE NOT ALONE

Hundreds of women switch every day.

You’re joining a community of confident, empowered women ready for a better period experience.

You made a beautiful choice 💜

15. NEED HELP? WE’RE HERE.

If you have questions, just reply to any email.
We’re real humans. We care. And we’re here for you.

💜 THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF ANDY FLOWERS

Comfort. Confidence. Freedom, Every Cycle.