How to Use Your

HUME’S Menstrual Cup

Your Hume’s Cup is designed for long-lasting comfort and reliable protection. Whether you’re new to cups or just need a quick refresher, this guide walks you through everything — from cleaning and insertion to removal and care.

Let’s get started.

Illustration of a menstrual cup being boiled in a pot for sanitizing after menstrual cycle

How to Sanitize Your Menstrual Cup for Safe, Hygienic Use

Boil your menstrual cup for 5 minutes at the start of each cycle to kill bacteria and keep it fresh. Always wash your hands with mild, fragrance-free soap before inserting or removing the cup. Clean handling helps prevent irritation and infection while extending the life of your cup. A clean cup = a confident cycle.

Labeled diagram of a menstrual cup showing rim, holes, ribbed area, and stem

Cup Anatomy

Before getting started, it helps to know the parts of your Hume’s Cup.
Each part supports comfort, removal, and leak prevention:
Rim– helps the Cup open and seal
Holes (x4)– aid in secure suction
Ribbed Area– pinch here to remove
Stem– for locating the Cup (never pull)
Boil the Cup for 5 minutes at the start of each cycle, and always wash your hands before insertion or removal.

Diagram comparing Hume’s Menstrual Cup Size 1 and Size 2 with 29ml and 40ml capacities

Choose Your Cup Size

Size 1holds up to 29ml and is recommended for people under 30 or those who have not given birth vaginally. It has a smaller diameter and offers a secure, comfortable fit for lighter to moderate flow.
Size 2holds up to 40ml and is recommended for people over 30 or those who have given birth vaginally. It has a slightly wider diameter and offers more capacity for heavier flow.
Both sizes provide the same comfort and protection—just choose what fits your body best.

⚠️ Caution: Postpartum Use

Hume’s Cup is not designed for use during postpartum bleeding. Your body needs time to heal after childbirth.
Please consult your gynecologist before using a menstrual cup after giving birth, especially if you had a vaginal delivery. They can help you determine when it's safe to begin again.

Inserting Your Cup.

  • Illustration of handwashing and rinsing a menstrual cup under running water

    1. Clean Hands. Clean Cup. Always.

    Before inserting or removing your Hume’s Cup, wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and mild, fragrance-free soap.
    Rinse your hands and your Cup well to help prevent irritation or infection.

  • Illustration of hands inspecting menstrual cup air holes for cleanliness and clogs

    2. Make sure the four air holes at the top of your Cup are clear and unclogged.

    This is an important step that helps ensure proper suction during use and makes removal easier later.

  • Illustration of pelvic area with magnifying glass, symbolizing checking before menstrual cup insertion

    3. Check Before Inserting

    To prevent injury, make sure nothing is inside your vagina before inserting the Cup. This step is especially important after intercourse or if you use internal products like ovules or suppositories.
  • Illustration of menstrual cup folding techniques: Pushdown Fold and C Fold

    4. Find Your Fold: C Fold or Pushdown Fold

    There’s no one-size-fits-all fold! The most common folds are the “C” Fold and the “Pushdown Fold.”
    Try each method to see which works best for your body and comfort.
    A good fold makes insertion smoother and helps the Cup pop open properly inside.

  • Illustration of three positions for menstrual cup insertion: squatting, sitting on toilet, and lifting one leg

    5. Find Your Best Insertion Position

    Choose a position that feels natural and relaxed—squat, sit on the toilet, or raise one leg. Finding the right position helps your pelvic muscles relax, making insertion smoother and more comfortable.

  • Illustration showing angled insertion of menstrual cup with arrows pointing toward tailbone

    6. Insert at an Angle

    Use one hand to gently separate your labia. With the other hand, slide the folded Cup into your vagina at an upward-backward angle—aiming toward your tailbone. The Cup should go in rim first and open up as it moves into place. Relaxing your pelvic floor helps with easier insertion.
  • Illustration of checking menstrual cup seal inside the vaginal canal by rotating and feeling around the rim

    7. Check the Seal

    Ensure the Cup is fully open and sealed against your vaginal walls. Gently pinch the ribbed area (above the stem) and rotate to confirm suction. Run a finger around the Cup to check for any folds or indentations — this helps prevent leaks.
    ⚠️Warning:The Cup isnota contraceptive device and doesnotprotect against pregnancy or STDs.
    To prevent injury, avoid vaginal penetration while wearing the Cup.

Removing Your Cup

  • Illustration of hands being washed under running water to promote menstrual cup hygiene

    1. Clean Hands First

    To prevent irritation or infection, always wash your hands with warm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap before removing your Cup.

  • Illustration of three positions for menstrual cup insertion: squatting, sitting on toilet, and lifting one leg

    2. Get Comfortable

    Choose a position that helps you relax — squatting, raising one leg, or sitting on the toilet can make removal easier and less messy.

  • Illustration showing how to remove menstrual cup by pinching above the stem and tilting downward

    3. Break the Seal Gently

    Suggested Text:Use your thumb and index finger to pinch the ribbed area just above the stem. Gently press or wiggle to release the seal before pulling down.
    Warning:Do not pull directly on the stem and avoid rushing this step to protect your pelvic floor.
  • Illustration showing careful removal of menstrual cup from vaginal canal to avoid spillage

    4. Slide Out Slowly

    Tilt the Cup slightly forward while sliding it out to keep it upright and prevent spills. Always support the base as it exits.

  • Illustration showing step-by-step removal of a menstrual cup: breaking the seal, sliding out, emptying into toilet, and rinsing under running water.

    5. Empty, Rinse, and Reinsert

    Empty the contents of your Cup into the toilet. Rinse your Cup thoroughly with fresh water (and mild soap if needed), then reinsert as usual. This simple step helps maintain hygiene and comfort throughout your cycle.

  • Illustration of a menstrual cup being boiled in a pot for sanitizing after menstrual cycle

    6. Sanitize After Your Cycle & Store Your Cup

    At the end of your cycle, wash your Hume’s Cup thoroughly and sanitize it by boiling for 5 minutes. Let it dry completely and store it in a clean, ventilated container (like a cotton pouch). Avoid airtight containers, as they can trap moisture and encourage bacteria.
  • Illustration of checking menstrual cup seal inside the vaginal canal by rotating and feeling around the rim

    7.Tips for Easy Removal

    If you have difficulty finding the Cup, use your thumb and index finger to locate the Stem while gently engaging your pelvic floor muscles.

    ❗Do not pull the Cup out from the Stem. Always grip the ribbed area above the Stem to remove the Cup safely and comfortably. The Stem is only a locator — not a handle.

    Tilt the Cup forward slightly as you withdraw it from the vaginal opening. This helps you keep it upright and reduces the chance of spills.

  • Minimalist illustration of menstrual cup, IUD, and question mark suggesting consultation for compatibility

    8. Important Warning – Using a Cup with an IUD

    ⚠️ If you have any gynecological condition or plan to use a menstrual cup with an intrauterine device (IUD), consult your gynecologist first.

    There is a small risk that incorrect insertion or removal may dislodge the IUD or pull on the strings. Your healthcare provider can guide you on safe use of the Cup with your IUD in place.

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