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Once in a while you discover a product that is so amazing you want to sing about it from the mountaintops. The Mooncup is one such product. It is basically a silicon container that is used internally in the place of a tampon (or other menstrual products). When necessary you simply empty it, rinse and reinsert. And it has a lifespan of several years (it was launched in 2006 so it is not known exactly how long they will last). That means no more buying tampons and no more full bins in the bathroom at that time of the month. It does take some getting used to, especially if you’re not used to handling your own blood but after a few months you’ll wonder what all the fuss was about. And more importantly, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. You do need to learn to use it though and this can be a bit tricky at first but with a bit of perseverance you’ll never look back. There are two sizes to choose from. If you prefer a more natural cup you can order The Keeper, made of natural latex, it was launched in 1987 and lasts about 10 years. Although I have not tried The Keeper, I imagine it works as well as the Mooncup. This is a must buy for anyone requiring a menstrual product. Available from www.mooncup.com, it is also distributed internationally both on the internet and in stores.