I have never been able to spin a cup as per the directions.
I let the cup open while it's still fairly low, only "mostly" inserted. Then I nudge the stem so the opening points to my cervix and kegel the cup into place. That way I know it's open and theoretically will wind up in the right place. Since using that method, I haven't had any leaking problems -- either because the cup wasn't open all the way or because it was misplaced.
If you haven't already, carefully poke the anti-suction holes around the rim with something like a toothpick. They are notorious for not having been punched all the way through at the factory. If they are all open, it will make popping and removal a little easier.
Have you been to the Cups List yet? http://community.livejournal.com/menstrual_cups/
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I let the cup open while it's still fairly low, only "mostly" inserted. Then I nudge the stem so the opening points to my cervix and kegel the cup into place. That way I know it's open and theoretically will wind up in the right place. Since using that method, I haven't had any leaking problems -- either because the cup wasn't open all the way or because it was misplaced.
If you haven't already, carefully poke the anti-suction holes around the rim with something like a toothpick. They are notorious for not having been punched all the way through at the factory. If they are all open, it will make popping and removal a little easier.
Have you been to the Cups List yet? http://community.livejournal.com/menstrual_cups/