washable sanitary protection

kitten123_2

I upcycled some old flannel pyjamas into reusable pads. They are so comfy and don't irritate me at all. I developed an allergy to the disposable ones so I was glad when I stumbled across a thread online. They were easy to make (I made my own template using a disposable pad as a guide). Mine are stuffable, I use old worn out facecloths folded up as a liner. They're also great for those who have erratic periods (like me) - I can wear a thin pad in anticipation of my period and it won't give me thrush (unlike those nasty disposables!).

SusanC_2

kitten123: you might find tracking your cycle by taking your temperature would help with predictability - I can now predict to a range of about 3 or four days instead of a range of about 8.

clairet1961

Have just found this thread! Been using mooncup for over a year and getting on fine with it, despite teething trouble of how to get it out! but now have sussed the squeeze to release the vacuum action!
I don't know if this is relevant for any of you re the heavy and painful periods, but i'm currently waiting to have endometrial ablation to make periods lighter/stop altogether having tried coil/pill/injection in the past. May be of use to someone on here??
Am off to investigate the washable pads as i didn't know they existed!

blushingbride_3

Hi ladies,

sorry to drag up an old thread, is there a newer one?

Anyway i am about to order and have a few questions.

Do you change these every 4 hours like disposable ones? if so how many should i order? was thinking of plush pants & i do a hot wash 1/2 times a week which i would include the pads in

anyone recomend any other places to buy?

they are expensive but i hope they last?!

Poppycat1

Hi, sorry I can't answer all of your questions. But have some views that may help you.

I had my doubts about them but all the things that they say on here are true. Periods seem shorter and less heavy. I have an old nappy bin that I keep next to the upstairs toilet.

I have been using washables for about two years now. I can't remember the name of mine but they are a creamy colour. I would suggest changing them as you would disposables, although I tend to use three a day.

I would recommend buying coloured ones as mine are a bit stained now.

Hope this helps.

mancbird

I stumbled across this thread whilst reading the "It is tough now...." thread and you have all inspired me to take the plunge and order some washable "fairy hammocks" from weenotions :j I followed the links posted and the things I have found out have certainly given me something to think about. My using up to 10,000 STs in a lifetime and them all ending up in landfill is a sobering thought I have also noticed that some brands of disposable towels can make me uncomfortable (like a burning sensation) and had wondered if I was allergic to some of the chemicals used, but wasn't aware that there was another alternative to STs.

I have just ordered two for now to see how I get on with them but if I like them I might have a go at making my own (I'm pretty handy with the sewing machine )

Thank you all once again xx

steph25

I think i commented on this thread quite a while ago now but thought seeing as others have bought it up to date i would give a quick review.
I cant remember what site I ordered from but i will check the packet/envelope and update(yes I still have it im a horder!) It was a lot cheaper then i thought it would be but i ordered a pack of 5-6 for about £3-4 if i remember rightly.
Anyway I use them most of the time and have found my periods dont last as long when i use them.
I do alternate between washables and disposables for different situations but on the whole if I could wear washables all the time I would!
Mine have obviously been washed a lot but are still in great condition just gone a slightly darker cream as they've been washed so much.
Thanks to all the fab ladies on this thread who have given great advice and turned me onto washables
Cheers
Steph

blushingbride_3

hi ladies,

i havent started using these yet, i am struggling to find a bucket with a lid for storing them!:(

where can i get one?

BB

blushingbride_3

do they need a plastic backing to prevent leaks?

jlj_2

I got a small plastic tool box from Asda and its perfect for soaking them in and has a lid which you can clip shut if you need to. Got it a while back so not sure if they still do them but I think you'd be able to get them other places too.