My First Experience with a Menstrual Disc (And Why I’ll Never Go Back to Pads or Tampons)

real experiences from my mimi users

We invited a group of my mimi menstrual disc users to share their honest stories - and they did, openly and generously. These guest writers offer real-world insights based on their personal experiences. The stories shared here are genuine, covering the positives, the challenges, and everything in between. We’re incredibly grateful to them for contributing and helping others feel informed and supported.

Date Created: 22nd April 2025
Read Time: 5 minutes
Written by Emma T, my mimi user since October 2024

No one really prepares you for your first period at high school. I was already stressing about sport, classes, and just trying to fit in, so the last thing I needed was to be worried about leaking through my school dress. For ages, I used pads and tampons, and honestly, I hated them. Pads felt bulky and uncomfortable, and tampons always made me a bit nervous - especially at school, when you never know if you’re going to get a chance to change.

I started googling things like “how to stop leaking on your period at school” and “best period products for teens,” and I kept seeing people talk about menstrual discs. I’d never heard of them before, but after reading a few reviews, I saw a lot of people my age saying they were actually so much better. That’s how I found my mimi.

Trying a menstrual disc for the first time

I was super nervous the first time I tried the disc. I read all the guides on the my mimi website (they’re honestly written in a way that made it feel less scary), and I watched a couple of TikToks too. The first go was a bit awkward, and it definitely took me a few tries to get the angle right, but the disc was actually soft and the loop tab made it less scary to take out. I kept thinking it would be uncomfortable, but once it was in, I barely noticed it.

The best part was that I didn’t leak at all, even on the days when my period was heavy. I wore the disc all day at school, through PE and even at basketball practice after, and it just stayed there. I didn’t have to run to the toilets all the time or worry about a pad shifting or a tampon string.

What surprised me most

What shocked me was how “normal” I felt. I wasn’t stressed about my period for the first time ever. I wasn’t checking my bag for spare pads or sneaking off to change a tampon between classes. Even sleeping was better, no waking up worried that I’d leaked on the sheets.

I know a lot of people my age feel weird about trying something new with their period, but for me, switching to my mimi made life way easier. It’s reusable, so it’s better for the environment (which my mum and I both care about), and I actually feel more confident during my period now.

Would I recommend it?

Definitely would. I wish I’d known about menstrual discs sooner. If you’re a teenager and you’re sick of feeling embarrassed, uncomfortable or worried during your period, just try it. Give yourself time to get used to it - don’t give up after one try! It took me a couple of cycles to really get the hang of it, but now I’d never go back to pads or tampons.