"But there is no other option, right?"
Wrong!
The Keeper Menstrual cup
The Keeper Menstrual Cup is a great alternative to tampons. This soft, natural gum rubber menstrual cup collects the flow rather than absorbing it, so the vaginal tissues aren't dried out as they can be by disposable tampons. The Keeper Cup holds up to an ounce of fluid and should be emptied several times a day; simply rinse and reinsert.
The Keeper menstrual cup is not recommended for those with latex allergies. The Moon Cup is a latex free version for those women with allergies to latex. The Keeper can last up to ten years, saving you over $800 in disposable products! The Keeper comes with a 3-month money-back guarantee!!Some interesting facts:
* Although most women think pads and tampons have been sterilized, they have not. In fact, no feminine hygiene product has been sterilized.
* FDA does not require that the ingredients in tampons and pads be listed anywhere in or on the package.
* Menstrual cups carry less risk of TSS, because they do not absorb menstrual blood. TSS most often results from bacteria entering the bloodstream after tearing of vaginal tissue results from the drying caused by tampons or other absorption products.
* Most disposable tampons are made of artificial fibers that break away and are left inside the vagina
Glad Rags
GladRags Day Pads, Pantyliners, and Night Pads have it all. They’re comfortable, easily washable, good for the environment, and will save you money, too! Soft and breathable, you'll never suffer through the chafing and irritation of disposable pads again. All pads are available in colored cotton and organic undyed cotton.
GladRags Pantyliner: The GladRags Pantyliner is great for light days or those days when you're not sure if your period might come. It's also great backup for a Moon Cup or Diva Cup, or sea sponge tampon. The GladRags Pantyliner snaps around your underwear just like the wings of a disposable pantyliner. Only much more comfy!GladRags Day Pads: These pads are perfect for day use and consist of a holder and two inserts. Depending on your flow, you can use one or both of the inserts. The GladRags Day Pad with both inserts is the equivalent of an average disposable maxi pad. You can even add a third insert and make it a super maxi.
GladRags Night Pads: These larger pads provide added protection while you're sleeping. The night pads consist of a holder and two inserts; both the inserts and the long holder are lined with absorbent terry cloth. The GladRags Night Pad with two inserts acts the equivalent of a super or overnight disposable maxi pad.
Are you pregnant??
I would highly suggest getting a few Glad Rags for your postpartum healing! They are comfortable and help your body heal faster!
While many new moms find they need a large amount of GladRags or pads to carry them through post-partum, any amount of reusable pads would be helpful. They are softer and kinder than plastic on your skin. Some women place their inserts in the freezer after dipping them in witch hazel. The cool inserts sooth and help your tender parts heal. Our customer, Mary, had this to say about GladRags: Thought I'd let you know that I love my GladRags. I've had them for at least 10 years and they're still going strong! I've used them post-partum after having our three children, and not just in the conventional way. I made a tea of healing herbs and put some on my liners and popped them in the freezer...they were a welcome bottom-soother after delivery! more
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