Why Use Washable Pads?
EARTH FRIENDLY
In North America, we throw away over 20 billion disposable menstrual pads and tampons annually - a considerably larger volume than babies disposable diapers! The production of disposable menstrual pads and tampons releases dioxins and other toxic chemicals into our rivers, lakes and oceans.
Whether you use Many Moons washable menstrual pads all the time, while at home or only at night, it will make a difference to the amount of garbage and toxins going into our environment.
BODY FRIENDLY
Many Moons are safer for you and the environment. Most women are unaware of the variety of chemicals (including dioxins) we are putting next to and into our bodies with the use of disposable menstruation products. Research has linked these chemicals to birth defects, reproductive disorders, infertility, depressed immunity, and cancer. As well, toxic shock syndrome continues to cause serious illness and death, and is primarily a result of tampon use.
By choosing to use washable cloth menstrual pads, women can substantially reduce their exposure to these harmful toxins.
" ...they are very soft and non-irritating and the cotton feels nice against my skin. Many Moons are super absorbent, much better than the disposable kind." - Patty
FOR WOMEN
In just 40 years, the marketers of disposable menstruation products have convinced women in North America that chlorine bleached disposable pads and tampons are the only option. They are wrong! Most women outside of North America and Europe continue to use cloth menstrual pads - just as our grandmothers did. Switching to Many Moons encourages a healthier attitude about our bodies and menstruation.
How Do They Work?
EASY TO USE
Each Many Moons pad has an outer pocket and comes with 2 insertable liners (several layers of flannel cotton sewn together). Just slip in 1 or 2 liners and place opening side of pad towards underwear. The wings wrap around undies and snap together - EASY! The flannel back and snaps keep the pads securely in place.
SO VERSATILE
You can use the outer pocket alone for a pantyliner and light days, use 1 liner for moderate days, or use 2 liners for heavier days (extra liners are also available for added protection.
SO COMFORTABLE
Many Moons are made of brushed flannel cotton for exceptional comfort and absorbency. They feel SO soft, let air circulate and conform to the shape of your body. Say goodbye to clammy, sticky disposables.
NO LEAKS!
A nylon lining is sewn inside the pad opening to prevent leaks. All pastel and wild colored pads include the nylon lining; the organic pads do not have the nylon (you can get the organic with nylon as a special order
HOW OFTEN TO CHANGE PADS?
You will find Many Moons pads to be MORE absorbent than disposables. Start by changing pads as frequently as you would change disposables, and soon you will know how long you can go between changes.
EASY TO WASH
Remove the liners from the pad. Pre-soak all pieces in cold water - this discourages staining. Machine wash and dry.
HOW MANY PADS DO YOU NEED?
This really depends on your cycle. We recommend 6 - 8 pads for a light flow; 8 - 12 pads for a moderate flow; and 12 - 16 pads for a heavy flow. Many Moons pads last about 5 years.
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