Feminine Hygiene Products

Tampons and disposable pads are often a source of vaginal irritation as well, due to the wood and chemicals that together form their extreme absorbent fiber. An additional problem is created by synthetic backing on disposable pads that prevent air from circulating, which can lead to bacterial growth and odors not normally associated with menstruation.

While many women haven't even thought about the dangers of feminine hygiene products, there is an alternative available. Non-disposable menstrual pads provide the non-chemical comfort of cotton. The soft cotton conforms naturally to the bodies shape. Cotton also allows for air circulation so there is significantly less problem with chafing and odor. Several layers of cotton make for a highly absorbent product. You change the cotton as often as you would a disposable pad. Cotton pads take up no more room in your purse than disposable. Washing is not a complicated matter. Separate layers and soak in a bucket during the week . Some women add borax to the soak, others tea tree oil, others oxy-boost (a wonderful non-chlorine destainer and deodorizer - for a description see our laundry page). At the end of your time, wring or pour in your washer and spin; then wash and dry to your preference (by machine or hand and line). All of these pads come in layers for easier washing and quicker drying times.

At 1st glance the price of these products may seem high, but when you consider they aren't just for months use; but for many years, and consider what you spend monthly for disposables, they are really quite economical as well as healthful.

A friend recently shared with me that her husband was glad to find this alternative to protect her from the chemical dangers of disposables, that he as a health practitioner had been concerned about for some time. And naturally, this is not just a women's issue, but one for all those who are concerned about their wives and daughters.

Glad Rags 3 Pack. This package contains 3 envelopes and 6 liners made of organically grown cotton. No dyes, bleaches or other chemicals to be absorbed by your body. Stock # 226 Price $28.00

Glad Rags Overnight 1 Pack. This package provides 1 very generously sized envelopes and 2 liners. The large sized liners provide worry free sleeping. Made of the same organically grown cotton as the regular. Stock # 227 Price $14.00

Color Organic Cotton Glad Rags

Heavy X-long very absorbent for overnight 8 layer (11 1/2" x 3") Stock # 246 Price $6.98

Medium for regular flow 6 layer (8 1/2" x 3") Stock # 247 Price $6.45

Light for light flow - panty liner 4 layer (7 1/2" x 2 1/2") Stock # 248 Price $6.00

Insert for extra protection 3 layer set of 2 Stock # 249 Price $3.75

Heavy X-long very absorbent for overnight 8 layer (11 1/2" x 3")Stock # 432 Price $8.00

Medium for regular flow 6 layer (8 1/2" x 3")Stock # 252 Price $7.50

Light for light flow - panty liner 4 layer (7 1/2" x 2 1/2")Stock # 250 Price $7.00

Insert for extra protection 3 layer set of 2 Stock # 251 Price $4.50

Feminine pads holder and pattern This pattern package is for the home seamstress who doesn't want to spend the money for finished pads. The difficult part of the sewing (the holder) is done. Only the pads themselves need to be sewn. Patterns for sewing both large and small liners are included. Stock # 232 Price $12.45

Feminine pads basic night pack This pack includes an overnight/postpartum holder, 2 overnight large pads and 4 overnight liners. These are very large with a lot of protection. Stock # 234 Price $24.95