Clean Hands: Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the cup. 2. Fold the Cup: Fold the menstrual cup using a folding method of your choice (e.g., C-fold or punch-down fold). You can find more folding techniques here. 3. Find a Comfortable Position: Either sit on the toilet, squat, or stand with one leg raised. 4. Insert the Cup: Gently insert the folded cup into your vagina at a 45-degree angle. The cup should sit low in the vaginal canal, below the cervix. 5. Release and Rotate: Allow the cup to open fully and create a seal. Rotate the cup if needed for a secure fit.