Double Tail Menstrual Cup: What It Is and Who Should Use It

We have seen women choose their first menstrual cup based on price or colour and then struggle because they chose the wrong variant for their anatomy. The Double Tail cup exists as a specific solution to a specific set of needs: users who want an easier grip during removal, particularly beginners and women with a higher cervix who need a longer reach. This article explains what makes the Double Tail different, who it suits, and what to expect from it.

What the Double Tail Menstrual Cup Is

The MomDaughts Double Tail Menstrual Cup is a medical-grade silicone menstrual cup with a double-stem design at the base, rather than the single stem found on most cups. The two flexible stems extend from the base of the cup and provide a wider, more easily located grip point for removal.

Like all MomDaughts cups, it is made from soft, BPA-free, hypoallergenic, medical-grade silicone, safe for internal use, and reusable for up to 10 years. It provides up to 12 hours of leakproof wear and is available in Small and Large sizes in Pink, Purple, and Black.

The cup functions identically to other menstrual cups in all respects except removal: it collects menstrual flow internally rather than absorbing it, creates a suction-based seal against the vaginal walls, and is emptied, rinsed, and reinserted. The difference is entirely at the removal grip.

Why the Double Tail Design Matters

Standard menstrual cups have a single stem at the base. During removal, the user breaks the suction by pinching the base, then uses the stem as a guide to pull the cup down and out. For many women, this works well. For others, two issues arise.

Difficulty locating the stem. In a relaxed pelvic floor position, the cup can sit higher than expected, particularly for women with a medium or high cervix. A single stem is narrow and can be hard to locate. The double tail's wider design is easier to locate on first contact.

Insufficient grip on a single stem. For women new to cups or those with less comfort using their fingers internally, a single narrow stem provides little to hold onto when guiding the cup out. The double tail provides a wider surface area and a more intuitive grip during the descent.

The design is particularly beneficial for high cervix users because the extended double tail compensates for the additional depth at which the cup sits, making the reach for removal less demanding than it would be with a short single stem.

Who the Double Tail Cup Is For

First-time cup users. The dual-stem design reduces one of the most common anxieties about cup use: the fear that you will not be able to get it out. The double tail is easier to locate and easier to hold, making the removal process significantly more intuitive for beginners.

Women with a medium or high cervix. If your cervix sits higher than average, standard short-stemmed cups may require more internal reach during removal than is comfortable. The Double Tail's extended design reaches closer to the vaginal opening, reducing the reach required. The Long Tail cup is an alternative for very high cervix users who need the maximum stem length.

Women who have tried other cups and found removal difficult. If you have used a cup before and the removal step was the challenge rather than insertion, the Double Tail is likely to improve that experience directly.

Women who prefer security during the learning phase. Knowing there is a clear, wide grip point at the base of the cup reduces the anxiety that often accompanies cup use in the first few cycles. The double tail provides that reassurance.

Choosing Your Size

Small. Recommended for women who have not given birth vaginally, teenagers, and women with a lighter to medium flow. The Small is the standard starting size for most first-time cup users.

Large. Recommended for women who have given birth vaginally, women with a heavier flow, and women whose cervix sits at a position that makes the Small feel too short. If you are unsure, consulting the know your size guide before choosing helps significantly.

How to Use the Double Tail Cup

Insertion. The double tail cup inserts the same way as any other menstrual cup.

1. Wash hands thoroughly.

2. Fold the cup using the C-fold or punchdown fold to reduce its diameter for insertion.

3. Find a comfortable position, sitting on the toilet with knees apart or with one foot on the toilet seat.

4. Insert the folded cup horizontally, pointing toward the tailbone.

5. Once inside, hold the base (not the stems) and rotate the cup gently in a full circle to confirm it has fully opened and formed a seal.

6. The stems should sit comfortably inside the vaginal canal. If they protrude and cause irritation, the cup may not be inserted deep enough.

Removal. The double tail's main advantage is in this step.

1. Wash hands.

2. Bear down gently with pelvic muscles to bring the cup lower, toward the vaginal opening.

3. Reach in and locate the double tail stems. The wider design makes this easier than a single stem.

4. Pinch the base of the cup firmly to break the suction seal. Do not pull on the stems alone without first breaking suction.

5. Angle the cup slightly as you guide it down and out to avoid spilling the contents.

6. Empty into the toilet, rinse under running water, and reinsert.

Cup Care Basics

Rinse the Double Tail cup with cool water and mild fragrance-free soap after each removal during your cycle. At the end of your period, sterilize by boiling for 3 to 5 minutes in the Collapsible Sterilizer Cup or in a clean pot. Allow to air dry completely before storing in the breathable pouch provided.

For first-time users who want easier insertion during the learning phase, the Softfit Lubricant applied to the rim of the folded cup reduces friction significantly.

Double Tail vs Other Cup Variants

Browse the full menstrual cups collection to compare all variants. The know your size guide helps with size selection before purchase.

At MomDaughts, we believe the right cup variant makes all the difference between a period product you love and one you abandoned. Confidence in every cycle.