It might sound surprising, but yes, you can have mess-free period sex while wearing a menstrual disc. 😍
In fact, it's the only period protection that lets you enjoy intimacy during your period.
In this article, we’ll explain exactly how it works and share a few tips to help make your experience even better.
Can You Have Sex While Wearing a Menstrual Disc?
Absolutely! This has been confirmed by midwives during our menstrual disc study and backed by tons of user reviews.
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Having sex while wearing a menstrual disc is totally possible.
Unlike other internal period products like tampons or menstrual cups, a menstrual disc is very flat and sits at the vaginal fornix, the small hollow area just below the cervix.
It’s positioned much like a diaphragm, a contraceptive device that also rests under the cervix.
Thanks to its flat shape and high placement inside the vagina, the menstrual disc leaves the vaginal canal free. This makes it completely compatible with intercourse, including penetration.
Also, when you become aroused or during penetration, your vagina naturally elongates and widens. At that moment, the menstrual disc shifts even higher up, creating more space for penetration, masturbation, or the use of sex toys.
Benefits of Wearing a Menstrual Disc During Sex
You might already know that having sex during your period can be more than just pleasurable, it can actually help ease period symptoms, like cramps.
And that’s where a menstrual disc can be especially helpful, because:
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No need to remove your protection: You don’t have to take anything out or switch protection during sex, which makes everything easier and smoother.
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No mess: It helps reduce the risk of blood stains on your sheets, towels, or clothes.
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Feel more comfortable: If you feel uneasy about blood during intimacy, a disc can make you feel much more at ease, even during oral sex.
- Can promote cervical orgasms: A menstrual disc may even help trigger cervical orgasms. Since it sits right below the cervix, the disc can gently stimulate that area during sex, potentially making cervical orgasms more likely.
Comfort and Irritation with Your Menstrual Disc
Is a Menstrual Disc Comfortable During Sexual Activity?
In general, this new type of protection is designed to be completely unnoticeable.
Thanks to its flexibility, softness, and natural resting position in the fornix, most women don’t even feel the disc once it’s in place. Since the disc is inspired by the design of a diaphragm, it remains very comfortable, even during sex.
Can Your Partner Feel the Disc or Experience Discomfort?
It’s possible that the guy might feel the disc during sex, especially in certain positions. However, it shouldn’t cause discomfort or irritation.
You can try our disposable menstrual disc made of medical-grade silicone, featuring an ultra-thin surface that shouldn’t bother your partner at all.
During intimacy, your vagina naturally elongates and widens, which shifts the disc higher up and makes it harder to reach.
Reusable menstrual discs are also very thin and soft, which helps minimize the risk of any pain or irritation during intercourse.
Can You Leak During Sex While Wearing a Menstrual Disc?
Your menstrual disc should normally collect your flow without leaking, even during sex. However, there’s always a slight chance that the disc might shift or become dislodged during penetration. But if you’ve chosen the right disc size and it’s properly positioned, leaks are very unlikely.
Tip: If you want to take zero chances, you can remove and empty the disc before sex to be extra safe.
Everything You Need to Know to Stop Leaks with Your Menstrual Disc
Is a Menstrual Disc a Form of Contraception?
No, a menstrual disc is not a contraceptive.
Unlike a diaphragm, which is designed to prevent pregnancy, a menstrual disc is only meant to collect your menstrual blood.
It does not protect you against pregnancy, infections, or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
💡 To stay protected, it's recommended to use a condom, a vaginal ring, or another form of contraception during sex.
Can You Have Sex While Wearing a Menstrual Cup or Other Period Products? (Table Included)
You cannot have penetrative sex while wearing a menstrual cup. ❌
Even if you have a high cervix, the cup sits in your vaginal canal and blocks access, making penetration impossible.
A menstrual disc, however, is much better suited for penetrative sex, that’s one of the many differences between a disc and a cup.
With a disc, you can enjoy intimacy without needing to remove your protection.
Other types of sexual activities are still possible while wearing a menstrual cup, such as oral sex, anal sex, and any practice that doesn't involve vaginal penetration.
For penetrative sex, you could also use soft tampons or menstrual sponges, which are said to be quite convenient.
| Period Protection | Penetrative Vaginal Sex Possible | Oral Sex Possible | Leak Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menstrual Disc | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | Low |
| Menstrual Cup | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | Low |
| Regular Tampon | ❌ No | ❌ No | Medium |
| Menstrual Sponge / Soft Tampon | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | Low to Medium |
What Are the Side Effects of Mess-Free Period Sex with a Menstrual Disc?
If your menstrual disc is the right size and you don’t experience leaks during regular wear, you shouldn’t have any side effects during sex either.
The main risk is leakage, but if your disc doesn’t leak during the day, it likely won’t leak during intercourse either. We recommend emptying your disc before having sex to feel more comfortable and confident.
Another possible side effect is that your partner might feel the disc. However, it usually isn’t uncomfortable, and if it is, simply switching positions can help make it less noticeable.
One more thing to know: after sex, your vagina naturally stretches and your menstrual disc may shift a little higher inside your vaginal canal.
This might make it slightly harder to remove your disc right after intercourse.We recommend waiting 30 minutes to 1 hour for your body to relax and return to its normal position before trying to remove the disc.
👉 If you’re still having trouble removing it, check out this article on what to do if your menstrual disc is stuck.
