Second Day Period

Okay I don't know about anyone else, but for me the second day of my period is always the worst. I almost never get cramps, but I bleed like crazy on the second day. I have not survived a period without spoiling my underwear in a long time.

During my last period, I switched to using a menstrual cup. I use the model 1 Lunette cup. I fell in love with using the cup because it was so much more convenient. There was only one problem: I got it after my second day. I had no idea how it would hold up against my blood tsunami.

Today was the second day of my period, and since I traveled for the total eclipse, i didn't have access to emergency pads (because I don't plan ahead) or good bathrooms. To put it lightly, the cup did not hold up. It only took a couple hours for it to start leaking, and by the time I reached the eclipse viewing location, I had bled through my underwear, my jeans and even onto the chair. I took note, and I had to empty the cup around 4 times today, each time the cup was full.

Is this amount of bleeding normal? If there are any heavy bleeders out there, please send tips. What products do you use? Do you recommend any pad brands to pair with a menstrual cup?

Thank you, I'm extremely desperate!