Background: Menstruation, while a natural biological function, is often surrounded by socio-cultural stigmas, particularly in developing countries such as India. Menstrual cups offer a sustainable and hygienic alternative to traditional menstrual products.

Objectives:

1. Assess awareness about menstrual cups.
2. Evaluate the effectiveness of menstrual cups compared to sanitary napkins.
3. Compare ease of use in daily activities between the two products.
4. Measure user satisfaction.
5. Examine acceptance and willingness for continued use.

Methodology: A prospective study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology with 150 healthcare professionals. Participants completed a pre-tested questionnaire assessing initial awareness, followed by a three-month trial using menstrual cups. Post-use feedback was collected via telephonic interviews and structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using SPSS v25, with significance set at p < 0.05.

Findings: Awareness of menstrual cups was observed in 83.3% of participants. By the third cycle, 90% reported ease of insertion. Most users (93%) found removal convenient, and 90% experienced comfort. Leakage was noted by only 6.66%, attributed mostly to early-use errors. Overall, 90% reported improved satisfaction compared to previous menstrual products.

Conclusion: Menstrual cups are practical, economical, and environmentally beneficial. Their wider promotion through governmental and non-governmental support can enhance menstrual hygiene practices across the country.

Keywords: Menstrual hygiene, menstrual cups, eco-friendly menstrual products