This will be a long review and perhaps a TMI review - I’m 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. I’m 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 ‘heavy flow’ 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 didn’t leak once, they’re big but not bulky feeling, I’d 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 it’s taken me until I’m middle aged to find these. I did yoga, I slept…went 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 - I’m 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, I’ve ever given myself.