MoonCup (an award-winning silicone menstrual cup)

Mooncup (which makes menstrual cups) has recently merged with &Sisters (which makes organic towels and tampons) to create a wonderful new brand. Offering everything from beginner and standard menstrual cups (complete with ‘cleaning cups’) to organic disposables.

Bin disposables (never flush any brand down the loo). Avoid menstrual cups (or tampons) for at least 6 weeks after pregnancy or if at risk from toxic shock syndrome. 

Wash washing pads and period pads in microfibre filter (avoid fabric conditioner, bleach and tumble dryers). For stains, use oxygen bleach.

Best remedy for menstrual pain? A hot water bottle on your (clothed) tummy for 30 minutes, to relieve spasms.

These are made from medical grade silicone, and absorb menstrual fluid, one purchase should last years, they are easy to rinse and clean.

You can even buy a Mooncup cleaning bundle, to save money.

This brand also offers sustainable plastic-free disposable towels and tampons, which are far better than the leading brands.

Mooncup for Business offers refillable dispensers, to offer the same quality plastic-free options for public areas (pubs, hotel and supermarket toilets, offices, schools, council buildings etc).