New to menstrual cups

Callie

I started my period on Thursday, and I was really excited to use my cup. Used the punch down fold, and it popped open inside on the first try! I thought well this is going to be so easy! Since then, I have not been able to get it to open all the way 😡 I’ve tried the c fold, the labia fold, the 7 fold, and the punch down fold again. Are there any tricks for softer cups?? I’m getting frustrated but I really want to keep using my cup. Any advice is much appreciated! Thanks