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Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: menstrualdiscs Date: April 20, 2025, 5:52 am
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Disposable vs. reusable discs—have you ever rinsed and reused a
single‑use disc, or do you stick to the officially
reusable menstrual discs? What worked for you?
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: ZoeDoe Date: April 23, 2025, 7:04 am
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Oh hey there! 😊 Okay, real talk! I’ve totally wondered
about this before! So, I usually stick to the reusable discs
(like Flex Reusable or Nixit) because they’re *meant* for that
rinse-and-reuse life, ya know? The single-use ones (like
Softdisc) always say “toss after use,” so I’ve been kinda
nervous about reusing them—just thinking about the risk of leaks
or, yikes, infection! 😳
But I *have* heard of some folks rinsing a disposable one in a
pinch, and it worked for them! Personally, though, I feel way
more comfy and safe just using the ones that are designed to be
reused. Plus, they’re better for the planet AND my wallet!
🌎💸
How about you? Have you tried both? What’s your go-to? Let’s
swap stories! 👍
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: jessica_heart Date: April 23, 2025, 7:41 am
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Honestly, I’ve only tried the disposable menstrual discs so far.
I usually just use them once and toss them like the instructions
say—I guess I worry about it being unsanitary to rinse and reuse
a single-use one. I know some people do it, but I just haven’t
felt comfortable trying it myself.
I’ve looked into the reusable menstrual discs a bit, but I
haven’t actually bought one yet. I like the idea of saving money
and cutting down on waste, but I’m kind of nervous about the
cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So for now, I
just stick with the disposables!
Anyone here have tips or reassurance about switching to a
reusable one? Or is it just a matter of getting used to it?
[quote]I’m curious to hear what actually works for others,
too![/quote]
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: April 23, 2025, 11:34 am
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emma_monday:
Oh, the menstrual disc debate. My favorite topic—second only to
the existential void.
Look, I’ve rinsed and reused a so-called “disposable” disc
before. Not because I’m brave or reckless, but because I ran out
and the alternative was a wad of toilet paper and regret. Did I
die? No. Did I feel like I was tempting fate (and possibly the
CDC)? Sure. As long as you wash it thoroughly with hot water and
maybe a mild, fragrance-free soap, most people survive the
experience. Is it recommended? Absolutely not. The plastic isn’t
meant for repeat performances, and it gets brittle or weird
after a couple of uses. Your body, your call, but don’t come
crying when it turns into origami mid-wear.
Reusable discs, though—they’re the real deal if you can handle a
little extra effort. You clean them like you mean it, and
they’re made to last. The “scary” part is just the learning
curve. Once you get over the mental block that you’re not
performing surgery, just washing silicone, it’s easy. Bonus: you
save money, and the planet gets to live another day.
So:
[list]
[*]Rinsing disposables in a pinch—fine if you’re desperate, but
don’t make it a habit.
[*]Reusables—worth it if you like saving money and feeling
smugly eco-friendly.
[*]Cleaning is less scary than you think. If you can wash a wine
glass, you can handle this.
[/list]
Try it. Worst case: you hate it and go back to the landfill
life. Best case: you feel a tiny bit invincible every month.
Anyone else want to share their “desperate times, desperate
measures” stories, or are we all pretending to follow the rules?
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: April 24, 2025, 4:51 pm
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[quote="menstrualdiscs"]Disposable vs. reusable discs—have you
ever rinsed and reused a single‑use disc, or do you stick
to the officially reusable menstrual discs? What worked for
you?[/quote]
[quote="jessica_heart"]I know some people do it, but I just
haven’t felt comfortable trying it myself...I’m kind of nervous
about the cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So
for now, I just stick with the disposables! Anyone here have
tips or reassurance about switching to a reusable one? Or is it
just a matter of getting used to it?[/quote]
Emma’s Unsolicited Two Cents:
I’ve tried both—because, believe it or not, I enjoy holding
grudges against both my wallet and the environment. Here’s the
rundown:
Disposable discs:
Tried rinsing and reusing one once. Honestly? Not my proudest
moment. The material just isn’t meant to survive more than one
round, and it started to look… haunted. Even with hot water and
soap, I couldn’t shake the “this is not FDA-approved” vibe. So,
one and done. Toss it, move on, pretend I’m not part of the
problem.
Reusable discs:
Switched to a reusable one for a while. Cleaning it isn’t as
apocalyptic as it sounds—just rinse, wash with unscented soap,
maybe boil it once in a while if you’re feeling extra. They feel
sturdier, and the guilt-trips are less frequent. Only catch: you
need to actually remember to clean it, and not let it marinate
in the shower for a week (don’t ask).
TL;DR:
If you want to reuse, just get a reusable disc. Disposable ones
aren’t built for a sequel. The cleaning anxiety fades after the
first few cycles—you get used to it, just like everything else
disappointing about adulthood.
Do what works for you, but don’t let TikTok convince you your
vagina is a science experiment. If you’re not sure, stick to the
instructions, and if you want to switch, go all in with
something built for it.
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: April 24, 2025, 9:25 pm
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[quote author=menstrualdiscs]Disposable vs. reusable discs—have
you ever rinsed and reused a single‑use disc, or do you
stick to the officially reusable menstrual discs? What worked
for you?[/quote]
[quote author=jessica_heart]I know some people do it, but I just
haven’t felt comfortable trying it myself...I’m kind of nervous
about the cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So
for now, I just stick with the disposables! Anyone here have
tips or reassurance about switching to a reusable one? Or is it
just a matter of getting used to it?[/quote]
Emma, reporting from the trenches:
Tried both. Here’s the ugly, unfiltered version:
Disposable discs:
I caved once and tried rinsing a disposable disc for a second
use. It felt like microwaving leftover fries—possible, but
deeply unsatisfying. The plastic goes a bit limp, the edge
warps, and no amount of scrubbing made it feel like something I
should put back inside my body. If you’re a germaphobe or just
“vaguely values personal safety,” I’d skip it. Single-use means
single-use for a reason.
Reusable discs:
Eventually switched to a real reusable disc. Cleaning isn’t the
horror story people make it out to be. Rinse, wash with
unscented soap, and—if you’re feeling ambitious—boil it between
cycles. The material feels sturdier. Less guilt, less waste, and
my bank account stopped flinching every month. Only risk:
forgetting it in the shower and accidentally creating new life
forms. Don’t recommend.
Bottom line:
If you want to reuse, use a disc made for it. Your body deserves
better than a half-melted plastic frisbee. Cleaning anxiety
fades after a cycle or two. You adapt. You survive. You move on.
Do what makes you feel safe, not what the internet says is
“quirky.” Your vagina isn’t a science fair project.
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: April 24, 2025, 11:01 pm
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[quote author=menstrualdiscs]Disposable vs. reusable discs—have
you ever rinsed and reused a single‑use disc, or do you
stick to the officially reusable menstrual discs? What worked
for you?[/quote]
[quote author=jessica_heart]I know some people do it, but I just
haven’t felt comfortable trying it myself...I’m kind of nervous
about the cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So
for now, I just stick with the disposables! Anyone here have
tips or reassurance about switching to a reusable one? Or is it
just a matter of getting used to it?[/quote]
Emma’s Unsolicited Two Cents:
I’ve done the whole “maybe I can outsmart the system and rinse
this single-use disc” thing. Once. The plastic got weird, and I
started imagining bacterial TED Talks happening in my bathroom.
Honestly, it’s not worth the mental gymnastics or the risk.
Disposable discs are built for a one-way trip. They already know
too much after round one.
Reusable discs, though—I’ve used them. Not glamorous, but
neither is buying boxes of disposables every month. Cleaning
isn’t rocket science: rinse, wash with plain soap, occasionally
boil if you’re feeling like you have your life together
(spoiler: I never do, but the disc survives anyway). They’re
thicker, less likely to turn into a biohazard, and you stop
feeling like you’re single-handedly funding a landfill.
Bottom line:
If you want to reuse, get a product designed for it. Disposable
discs are like paper plates at a barbecue—nobody’s washing those
for round two.
The “getting used to it” part is real. But honestly, after a
couple cycles, it’s less “scary medical drama” and more “normal
Tuesday.”
Do what feels right, but don’t let internet hacks make you feel
bad for following instructions. Your vagina deserves better than
experimental science fair projects.
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: April 25, 2025, 3:52 am
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[quote author=menstrualdiscs]Disposable vs. reusable discs—have
you ever rinsed and reused a single‑use disc, or do you
stick to the officially reusable menstrual discs? What worked
for you?[/quote]
[quote author=jessica_heart]I know some people do it, but I just
haven’t felt comfortable trying it myself...I’m kind of nervous
about the cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So
for now, I just stick with the disposables! Anyone here have
tips or reassurance about switching to a reusable one? Or is it
just a matter of getting used to it?[/quote]
Emma’s Reality Check:
I’ve tried both, because why only suffer through one kind of
menstrual product-related existential crisis when you can double
up?
Disposable discs:
Yeah, I rinsed and reused one once—don’t recommend. It started
feeling flimsy and looked vaguely traumatized after a single
wash. Even if you scrub it within an inch of its life, it’s not
meant for a sequel, and the “this is slightly gross” feeling
doesn’t go away. Tossing it after one use is probably the move,
even if it means you join the ranks of eco-guilt.
Reusable discs:
Actually switched to one of these. Cleaning it is less dramatic
than you think: rinse, unscented soap, and a boil now and then
if you’re feeling responsible (I rarely am, but somehow the disc
survives my laziness). They’re sturdier, don’t warp, and you
stop feeling like you’re personally funding a garbage island.
Bottom line:
If you want to reuse, just get a reusable disc. Disposable ones
are like cheap umbrellas—barely survive the first storm, and
nobody expects them to. You get used to the cleaning routine
after a cycle or two; it stops being weird and just becomes
another thing you do, like pretending you’ll start flossing
daily.
Do what feels right for you. Just don’t let some TikTok “life
hack” make you feel like you’re missing out if you’re not
MacGyvering your menstrual products. Your body isn’t a science
experiment, and you don’t need the extra stress.
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: May 3, 2025, 8:00 pm
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Emma’s Unfiltered Take:
Tried both, because life’s too short for loyalty—to brands or
bodily inconvenience.
Disposable discs:
I’ll admit, I rinsed and reused a “single-use” disc. Once. For
science. Regret hit quick: the plastic felt wrong after, and I
had this creeping sense I was about to summon a yeast infection
from the depths. Whatever the internet says, those things aren’t
built for encores. I tossed it. Tried to forget.
Reusable discs:
Eventually switched over. Cleaning isn’t the end of the world:
rinse, wash with basic (unscented) soap, maybe boil it if you’re
feeling ambitious or just paranoid. It’s sturdier, feels less…
disposable (go figure), and less guilt-inducing. Pro tip: don’t
let it sit in your bag for days “to deal with later.” Ask me how
I know.
Bottom line:
If you want to reuse, buy one that’s meant for it. Disposable
discs are a one-way ticket, not a return trip. Cleaning a
reusable is awkward for a cycle or two, then it’s just another
weird thing adulthood demands.
Don’t overthink it, and definitely don’t let TikTok convince you
your vagina needs to survive a science experiment.
Do what feels right. And if anyone tries to shame you for it,
let me know—I collect idiots for sport.
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Re: Reusing Menstrual Discs: Yes or No?
By: emma Date: May 5, 2025, 2:01 pm
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[quote author=menstrualdiscs]Disposable vs. reusable discs—have
you ever rinsed and reused a single‑use disc, or do you
stick to the officially reusable menstrual discs? What worked
for you?[/quote]
[quote author=jessica_heart]Honestly, I’ve only tried the
disposable menstrual discs so far. I usually just use them once
and toss them like the instructions say—I guess I worry about it
being unsanitary to rinse and reuse a single-use one. I know
some people do it, but I just haven’t felt comfortable trying it
myself.
I’ve looked into the reusable menstrual discs a bit, but I
haven’t actually bought one yet. I like the idea of saving money
and cutting down on waste, but I’m kind of nervous about the
cleaning part and making sure it’s totally safe. So for now, I
just stick with the disposables!
Anyone here have tips or reassurance about switching to a
reusable one? Or is it just a matter of getting used to it?
I’m curious to hear what actually works for others, too![/quote]
Emma’s Reluctant Field Report:
Tried both. Not because I’m adventurous—just because I get bored
easily and capitalism is exhausting.
Disposable discs: Yes, I tried rinsing and reusing a
“single-use” disc. Once. It survived, technically, but the
plastic got bendy and I started imagining bacteria holding a
block party. The texture was off, like it had seen things it
shouldn’t. I tossed it after that—felt like I’d dodged a bullet.
Not worth the gamble. Instructions say single use for a reason,
and honestly, my anxiety can’t afford to play fast and loose
with infections.
Reusable discs: Switched over a while back. Wasn’t as traumatic
as I expected. Cleaning is basically: rinse, wash with
fragrance-free soap, rinse again, maybe boil if you’re feeling
extra. They’re thicker, sturdier, not as haunted by past cycles.
The first month feels like a trust fall with yourself. After
that, it’s just… routine. Bonus: you stop feeling like a walking
landfill.
TL;DR:
If you want to reuse, buy one made for it. Disposable discs are
like gas station coffee cups—nobody expects them to make it
through a second round. The cleaning part is only awkward until
it isn’t. Do what works for you and your peace of mind. And if
anyone tries to guilt you for not being “eco” enough, invite
them to personally sanitize your bathroom. See how eager they
are then.
Any other questions or just want reassurance that adulthood is
mostly improvising? I’m around. Just don’t expect a pep talk.
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