THE PEACHY CUP GUIDE
GET TO KNOW
YOUR CUP.
A little practice goes a long way. Here’s how to insert, remove and care for your Peachy Cup.
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PUTTING IT IN
FOLD. INSERT. SETTLE.
Before first use, sanitise your cup for 4–5 minutes in boiling water and let it cool. Wash your hands, then find a comfortable position.
Find your fold
Try a C-fold: flatten the rim and bring the ends together. Or press one side of the rim down into the cup for a narrower punch-down fold.
Insert gently
Guide the folded cup into the vagina, angled towards your tailbone. Let it open once inside.
Check the seal
Feel around the cup’s base for folds. Gently adjust until it has opened and sits comfortably below the cervix.
TAKING IT OUT
TAKE YOUR TIME.
Relax
Wash your hands. Sit or squat in a comfortable position and locate the cup’s base.
Release the seal
Pinch the base before easing it out. The ring helps you locate the cup—don’t pull on the ring alone.
Empty & clean
Gently ease the cup out, keeping it upright. Empty and wash before reinserting.
Maximum wear: 8 hours. Remove, empty and clean sooner on heavier days. Don’t leave your cup in continuously beyond this limit.
LOOKING AFTER YOUR CUP
CLEAN. DRY. REPEAT.
Wash after emptying
Use warm water and mild, fragrance-free soap. Rinse thoroughly.
Sanitise between periods
Boil for 4–5 minutes before first use and between periods. Keep it submerged and off the pan’s bottom. Let it cool before use.
Store when dry
Let your cup dry fully, then keep it in a breathable pouch.
GETTING COMFORTABLE
A LITTLE EXTRA HELP.
What if it leaks?
Check that the cup has fully opened and that the rim’s air holes are clear. Empty it if it’s full. Persistent leaks may mean the fit or position needs adjusting.
Can I wear underwear as backup?
Yes. Period underwear or a reusable pad can give you backup while you get used to the cup.
A few things to know before you start
Wash your hands before and after handling. Don’t share your cup or disc. Stop using it if it causes pain or irritation; seek medical help if you cannot remove it. Ask your clinician before use with an IUD. Cups and discs do not prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections.
Toxic shock syndrome is rare but serious. Remove the product and seek urgent medical care if you develop a sudden fever, rash, vomiting or dizziness. Read more about TSS.
How long can I wear my cup?
Wear your Peachy Cup for no more than 8 hours at a time. Remove, empty and clean it sooner on heavier days, even if it isn’t full. Don’t leave it in continuously beyond this limit; choose underwear or a pad when you want a break from internal protection.
What if I need to empty it in a public bathroom?
Empty before heading out, then plan a bathroom break before 8 hours—or sooner if your flow fills it faster. While learning your flow, check more often rather than waiting for a leak.
Wash your hands before entering the stall. Remove and empty your cup into the toilet. If there’s no private sink, rinse with clean drinking water from a small bottle, then reinsert. Wash it thoroughly with mild, fragrance-free soap and water at the next opportunity. Never use toilet-bowl water or surface disinfectant.
Can I have sex with my cup in?
A disc sits higher than a cup, leaving the vaginal canal free for penetrative sex during your period. Empty it beforehand, and remove and wash it afterwards. Comfort varies; stop and remove it if either partner feels discomfort. Some spotting is still possible.
Remove a menstrual cup before vaginal penetration. Neither a cup nor a disc prevents pregnancy or protects against sexually transmitted infections.