For women only please!

[Homesteadmom]

Does anyone here make their own femine pads? If so do you know where I can get a pattern & instructions for making them myself? I am tired of paying the outrageous prices at the store for them. Even the generic ones are going up in price. Although I am hoping that I won't need them for much longer!!:bun

 

[Britesea]

Start by drinking one cup per day to see how your body reacts. If you don’t feel any side effects, you can start drinking up to four cups a day.
If using a tincture, add 30 to 40 drops to a glass of water 2 or 3 times a day.
And, as with almost anything:
If you’re taking shepherd’s purse for the first time, start with a very small dose so you can make sure you don’t have a reaction. Many people have an allergy to shepherd’s purse. Signs of an allergic reaction to shepherd’s purse include:

• trouble breathing
• tightness or pain in your throat or chest
• skin blisters, hives, or rash
• red, itchy, or swollen skin
• drowsiness or fatigue

Other possible side effects include:

• upset stomach
• thyroid function changes
• changes in blood pressure
• changes in your heart rate or heartbeat

Be careful if you use a blood-thinning medication, have high blood pressure or heart disease, or thyroid problems- talk to your doctor first.
Also, there have been some indications that taking large amounts of shepherd's purse can reduce fertility; so bear this in mind if you are wanting to get pregnant.

 

[Daisy]

Modibodi had a great boxing day sale, so today I got my delivery of brand new undies I love them! They were delivered in a compostable post bag with individual paper packaging inside. I am so pleased. This lot should last me for the next 5 years.

 

[TX Honky]

Hillbilly house wife .com I love this site it talks about alot of self suffcient things. Click on other goodies and I think there will be a spot on there about this subject. I thought about this too, I know they'd come in handy after the first couple of days during the big RED MONSTERS visit. I mentioned it to dh and you should of seen his face! Good Luck.

 

[Hinotori]

I cannot do a Diva cup. Can't get it into a position that doesn't hurt. Not comparable to tampons no matter what some people have said.

I have a curious question. Would making some waxed cloth for the outer layer of period panties help prevent leaks? I'm thinking for overnight for those of us who get really heavy periods.

 

[Daisy]

I use Modibodi undies. Bloody brilliant

The Original Period & Incontinence Underwear | Modibodi AU

Modibodi will help you stay dry and fresh all day long with period underwear for all flow types. Shop to find the perfect pants for your body.

www.modibodi.com

The only bad thing about them is the price. But in saying that, I have used my undies for nearly 3 years and they are still in very good condition and very well made. So the upfront price has been worth it since they last for so long. They are so comfortable and the fit is perfect. It was such a relief to get them. I only have the moderate flow type so far, which are true to their name. I will be trying out the incontinence type once the next lot of stimulus money comes through. My friend got the swimwear and says it is good too.

I have tried a cheaper brand (Love Luna) and basically, you get what you pay for. These fell apart after two washes and were not nearly as effective as the Modibodi. Probably best as a back up for tampons or diva cups rather than for use on their own. Their pee pants were the best of the bunch for the price but they have barely lasted 3 months.

I prefer the undies because the pad is doesnt move around and the fabric is great for this climate, they are easy to rinse and then just get put in the washing machine and dried on the line. Easy done.

 

[tortoise]

I use Modibodi undies. Bloody brilliant

The Original Period & Incontinence Underwear | Modibodi AU

Modibodi will help you stay dry and fresh all day long with period underwear for all flow types. Shop to find the perfect pants for your body.

www.modibodi.com

The only bad thing about them is the price. But in saying that, I have used my undies for nearly 3 years and they are still in very good condition and very well made. So the upfront price has been worth it since they last for so long. They are so comfortable and the fit is perfect. It was such a relief to get them. I only have the moderate flow type so far, which are true to their name. I will be trying out the incontinence type once the next lot of stimulus money comes through. My friend got the swimwear and says it is good too.

I have tried a cheaper brand (Love Luna) and basically, you get what you pay for. These fell apart after two washes and were not nearly as effective as the Modibodi. Probably best as a back up for tampons or diva cups rather than for use on their own. Their pee pants were the best of the bunch for the price but they have barely lasted 3 months.

I prefer the undies because the pad is doesnt move around and the fabric is great for this climate, they are easy to rinse and then just get put in the washing machine and dried on the line. Easy done.

These are on my sewing todo list. I think I will like them for the same reasons you list!

 

[tortoise]

I’ve read through this lovely thread and I’m excited by the idea of making my own reusable pads now but almost all of the older links don’t work anymore. Does anyone have newer links to patterns or visual step by step instructions that they’ve used and been successful with? I am especially interested in patterns for the more “fluffy” ladies out there

Trace the outline of your favorite winged pad. Add 1 cm all the way around. Cut 2 from cotton flannel. Draw the pad part, add 1 cm, cut 2.

Sew the pad pieces together, right sides together. Trim the seam allowance back to 5 mm (ish). Cut a slit in one layer to turn it right side out.

Sew the pad onto one piece of the backer.

Then put the backers right side together and sew together, leaving a gap to turn it right side out.

 

[TX Honky]

me again, that site is also where I got the bread recipe I use. it makes 4! and really really good.

 

[Quail_Antwerp]

Totally going to have to check that out!

I am feeling frustrated, because with the first 4 babies I breastfed and didn't have the Red Monster for the entire year I nursed!

This time, my baby is almost 3 months, I am nursing, and I just started my monthly cycle!!