This will be a long review and perhaps a TMI review - Iâm almost 40 and since I was 12 I have been on some sort of contraceptive. Only coming off them when trying for a baby and pregnant. After the birth of my second child I agreed to the contraceptive implant without much thought and this has played havoc with my body over the years. My hormones have been all over the place, my emotional well-being and physical health too, I have either spent years on periods or had none for years. So I decided to try the copper coil which I had complications with too so I had it removed. Here I am, almost 40, my poor body and womb had been through a lot, and I have no idea what a normal period looks like for me. Iâm now tracking my cycle and understanding my body like never before (why do they not teach this in school?!) and I decided to try these pads in an effort to be kinder to myself. To be honest, kindness to the planet by using reusable pads came second a I bought these for myself. I was so fed up of sanitary towels after having to wear them daily for years etc, I was so desperate for something soft that felt like I was taking care of myself. I doubted these would be able to cope with my periods, I have a very heavy flow so I ordered the 6 pack âheavy flowâ and I can say - as someone who had to layer up sanitary towels, pad my pants with tissues and be house bound⊠these work. They are unbelievably soft on your skin, they didnât leak once, theyâre big but not bulky feeling, Iâd suggest getting a bigger/second wet bag as the one they came with is small and only holds one pad but that is my only complaint. I cannot believe itâs taken me until Iâm middle aged to find these. I did yoga, I sleptâŠwent outside! Not one leak, or plastic pulling at me, no running, no bunching. Whilst I understand the price point, I do wish these were cheaper or perhaps a pay in 3 option was available at check out - Iâm really aware that they are expensive (I understand why). I wish they were perhaps more accessible to women?
If you can, try these. They might just be the kindest, most biggest act of self care, Iâve ever given myself.