How can I measure the cervix to choose my menstrual cup?

You've probably never heard of your cervix or cervix before considering using a menstrual cup. It is not a part of our body that we pay much attention to, but once you start to know yourself better it becomes essential. The cervix will help you understand many situations in your menstrual and sexual life , so I invite you to read this post very carefully and encourage the women around you to explore more about the subject.

What is the cervix or cervix?

The cervix or cervix is located at the bottom of the uterus and connects the uterine body to the vagina . It has a rounded shape, measures about 3 cm and in the center it has a hole that allows blood to escape when we menstruate, sperm to enter for fertilization or the baby to exit during childbirth.

In the post Can the menstrual cup stay inside? , I already explained to you that the cervix plays a very important function when it comes to understanding our body's relationship with the menstrual cup. In our vagina , the cervix works as a "stop" that stops the entry of any element and marks the depth of your vagina. That's why we always say that each woman is different and depending on the height of her cervix, she will need to take some things into account when choosing her menstrual cup.

But first, we are going to learn to locate our cervix and measure it.

How can I locate and know the height of my cervix?

Before starting, you should know that the position of the cervix is different between some women and others. Normally, it is usually in a retroverted position (cervix backwards), but it can also be placed in a medial position (in the center of the vagina) or anteverted (cervix forwards).

We also recommend measuring it just before your menstruation because the cervix will be at its lowest point, it will be easier to locate it and it will be useful for the days of your period.

Next we are going to perform a very simple vaginal self-examination so that you know the height of your cervix in cm.

Wash your hands well with water and neutral soap.
Choose the finger on your hand that is longest or the one you have the most skill with, usually the index or middle finger. That finger will be the one you use as a reference to measure in cm.
Get into a comfortable position . You can lie on the bed, squat, or sit on the toilet to give yourself more room to move.
Insert your finger deep into your vagina and try to locate the end, it's the cervix! You will notice that it is more rigid and harder than the rest of your vaginal walls.
Take a pen and mark on your finger where the entrance to your vagina is located.
Take your finger out and measure in cm the distance between the tip and the mark you made with the pen.

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If it measures more than 8 cm or you have managed to insert your entire finger into your vagina, you have a high cervix . If it measures around 4 cm or you have only inserted two phalanges, you have a medium cervix . Finally, if it measures between 2 and 3 cm or you have not been able to insert more than one phalanx, you have a low cervix .

How to choose the best menstrual cup according to my cervix?

As I already explained to you in the post about Where to buy the menstrual cup? , there are many models of menstrual cups on the market and many vary depending on the height of the cervix of each user. However, the most important thing is that you always choose a quality menstrual cup, made of 100% medical silicone like our GlupCup!

Once you are clear about that, you should know that menstrual cups like ours are adapted to all types of cervix . In fact, the size of your menstrual cup will never depend on your cervix but rather on your age or the vaginal births you have had.

Look at our tips so you can use your menstrual cup correctly according to the height of your cervix:

Menstrual cup for low cervix: If you have a low cervix you can use the GlupCup menstrual cup in your size, but you can cut the tail so that it does not rub against your vaginal lips. You will not notice anything different between cutting it and not cutting it when removing it, since you will access the base of the glass with ease. If you continue to notice discomfort, try a size down.
Menstrual cup for mid-cervix: If you have a mid-cervix, you can use the GlupCup menstrual cup in your size as normal.
Menstrual cup for high cervix: If you have a high cervix you can use the GlupCup menstrual cup in your size, but you will notice that it costs a little more when removing it. To remove it, just squeeze your muscles as if you were going to pee so that the cup goes down and you can access its base easily.

As you can see, the height of your cervix will help you more understand your body and the relationship with your menstrual cup. Remember that she will never stay trapped inside you if you know how to manage your nerves and knowing yourself is the beginning of this precious friendship.