I have seen ads for cloth menstrual pads for years now, but none really caught my eye until I saw the Party in My Pants pads. I have always used tampons, supplemented with the occasional use of a rubber "keeper". I have found the keeper leaks, however, and so I continued to use tampons (and pads when I have a cold, for stress incontinence (coughing)).
But I have always wanted to use something that wasn't disposable, because that is the kind of woman I am. If there is an added step that I can feel holier than thou about, then by golly, I want it!
Anyway, I finally broke down and ordered three flannel super sized PIMP pads. I also ordered three pair of nursing pads. I have been using disposable nursing pads at work, but these look so much cozier than the plastic and paper ones.
I can't wait.
I haven't actually had my period since the baby was born (he's almost four months). With my others, I didn't get it until around 9 months, but since he is bottlefed during the day, I expect to get it sooner.
I guess I am happier to have an option, and a website, that celebrates being female. Why is menstrual blood so gross? It's just blood that travels through the vagina. Men spend enormous amounts of energy trying to get into our vaginas. Why are we so ashamed? I say celebrate being a woman, celebrate the cycles. We are women. Roar. :o)
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