Emily’s story in one line
“my mimi made my cycle quieter. Less disruptive. And that alone was worth trying something new.”
I was sceptical, but curious
I never thought I’d be someone who raved about a period product, let alone wrote an article about one. But after trying the award-winning my mimi menstrual disc, I felt like it was worth sharing what actually happened.
Not for clicks or praise. Just because, honestly, it made my period feel less intrusive. Less like something I had to battle through. And more like something I could manage — quietly and confidently.
I had heard about menstrual discs before. They were not new to me in theory. But most of the content I had seen online either sounded like it was written by a marketing team or came from people who had clearly never had to rush to a public bathroom on day two of their cycle. I wanted to know what it actually felt like to use one. Not the polished version. The real version.
So, here’s mine.
Why I decided to try a reusable menstrual disc
Let me be clear: I did not make the switch because I’m some kind of sustainable-living warrior or period-care enthusiast. I made the switch because I was sick of tampons and liners — sick of paying for them, sick of changing them constantly, and sick of the dry, uncomfortable feeling that came with using them every month.
The idea of a reusable menstrual disc sounded a bit weird. I did not love the thought of reaching in and removing it myself. But the more I read about it, the more I realised it was not much different to what I was already doing with a tampon. Just a different version of it.
I agreed to try the my mimi disc after a friend mentioned that the brand had received an award for sustainable period care. That caught my attention. When the team at my mimi offered to send me one in exchange for sharing my honest experience, I said yes.
The first use: not as awkward as I expected
The packaging was simple. It did not scream “feminine hygiene” in that awkward, sterile way. It just looked clean and intentional. The disc itself felt soft and flexible in my hand.
It came in two sizes, and I appreciated the sizing guide on the site. I went with the larger one because I have given birth before, and it felt reassuring to know that the brand acknowledged that bodies are different.
Inserting it took a minute. I folded it in half, slid it in and angled it behind the pubic bone, like the instructions said. I stood up. Walked around. And… nothing. No sensation. No plastic string. Just quiet.
I did not think about it again for hours.
The real test: day two
Everyone has their version of hell when it comes to periods. Mine is day two: heavy flow, random cramps and sudden gushing. It is the kind of day where I usually do not trust any product.
I wore the my mimi disc for eight hours straight. In my experience, I did not have leaks, I did not have mid-meeting panic, and I did not have that awkward shuffle to the bathroom. I emptied it in the shower later that evening.
The removal tab was actually useful. I gave it a gentle tug, it tipped, and the contents poured out without drama. A rinse, a wash, and it was ready again.
Was it messy? Not really. Was it confronting? Maybe a bit. But it was also satisfying to see exactly what my body was doing, without it being absorbed into synthetic fibres or hiding in a bin.
The unexpected bonus: period sex
This part surprised me. One feature of the my mimi disc is that it can be worn during sex. I did not agree to try it for that reason, but once I knew, I was curious.
I tried it. In my experience, it did not leak, it did not shift, and it did not feel like anything was there. More importantly, my husband did not feel it either.
That changed things — not just physically, but emotionally. I did not feel gross or restricted or like I had to explain anything. It just let me be present without making a fuss about it.
What I’d tell anyone who is curious
Is it perfect? It depends on what you expect. It is not going to solve every period problem. But it does solve quite a few.
You do not have to keep buying disposables. You do not have to worry about leaks every few hours. You do not have to check if a string is showing. And you do not have to opt out of things like sex or swimming just because your period arrived.
For me, my mimi made my cycle quieter. Less disruptive. And that alone was worth trying something new.
Final thoughts
We do not talk enough about the real experiences people have with their period products. Not the glossy ads — the real stuff: the blood, the mess, the anxiety and the relief when something actually works for you.
I did not expect to become a fan of a menstrual disc. But I am.
If you are even a little bit curious, I would say give it a go — especially if you are tired of the same old pads and tampons. Start with the right size. Read the instructions. And give yourself time to learn your body.
my mimi was not just another product in my bathroom drawer. It became something I rely on. And for once, my period feels like something I can handle, not something I have to survive.
