“Can I use a menstrual cup even if I’m still a virgin?”
We have already been asked this question many times. And the thing is, it all depends on what you think of virginity and whether or not you feel it matters.
But first of all, we need to discuss what virginity is all about and why a lot of people make a big deal out of it.
How do you know if you’re still a virgin, anyway?
It’s actually very tricky since there’s really no medical definition of what a virgin is.
For many, though, a person remains a virgin until they have their first sexual intercourse because that’s the time when their hymen is finally broken.
But here’s the truth: It’s nothing but a myth.
The hymen is a thin membrane covering part of the vaginal opening and it neither breaks nor pops. Instead, it stretches a bit when something is inserted into the vagina.
Small tears may occur sometimes, especially if the opening in the hymen is too small or if insertion is done forcefully. In such a case, there may also be small amounts of blood produced. It is why some women bleed when they have sex for the first time, while some just don’t.
Why does virginity still matter to many people?
Many are still obsessed with the concept of virginity because it establishes the need for sexual purity among women, something that is valued in certain cultures and religions.
In fact, in some groups, virginity is considered a woman’s most important possession. It’s something that she’s supposed to save until marriage, so she can give it to her husband as a gift.
But this belief can be problematic, right?
Hell yes! To begin with, there’s really no way to tell whether someone’s still a virgin or not.
Given the tricky nature of the hymen, it is just impossible to determine whether a woman’s still a virgin or not just by basing it on whether she will bleed on her first sexual intercourse or not.
And, what if a woman is having sex before marriage? Is that really so bad?
Well, your body, your choice.
We believe that each woman has the right over their own body, meaning they can do whatever they want. All we want is for them to make informed decisions and practice safe sex each time.
What about those who aren’t okay with sex, as well as those who still value purity?
Again, your body, your choice.
This covers not just those who want to explore their sexuality but also those who choose not to have any sexual activity until a certain time or at all. It can be because of religion, a particular cultural affiliation, or simply personal choice.
Although we encourage women to use menstrual cups and take advantage of their benefits, we also respect the decision of those who are not okay with it. So if you think using menstrual cups is something that’s against what you believe in, you have every right not to make the switch.
At the end of the day, you have the freedom to choose whatever you think is best for you, and that’s what really matters.
If, according to your beliefs, menstrual cups are fine, feel free to check out our FAQ to learn more about the Sinaya Cup.
