Pads as Backup

[coolwaterz]

Hi everyone. I just purchased some cloth pads for the first time, and will begin wearing them in a few weeks.

I am currently using a diva cup, but the first 3 days of my cycle are very heavy. Sometimes when I am out and about, I cannot run to the washroom every two hours to empty the cup. That is why I purchased five pads for backup for the first 3

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[dalyax]

My wash routine is storing used pads in a wetbag, then soaking when my menses are over. After soaking for a few days, I put them into the washing machine and dryer with a mesh laundry bag. I do not have any problems with smell

[coolwaterz]

Thanks for the information. :)

Are wetbags special than say a container/bag? I just want to avoid buying something extra when I might have something unused at home that might do the trick?

So I take it that unless a detergent says "with fabric softener" than it should be fine otherwise? I just want to avoid using the wrong thing and later finding out I messed up, which I tend to do. :p

I will look out for those detergents.

[dalyax]

Wetbags are usually zippered bags that are lined inside with either "Procare" or "PUL" fabric. These fabrics are water-proof, flexible, and machine washable/dryable. They are fantastic with storing used cloth pads, cloth diapers, wet swim suits, cosmetics, etc.
Here are some listings: Wetbags by C-Pop Commodities (Popples), and a Etsy SearchSome other members find a cosmetic zippered pouch at a dollar store or thrift store and put a ziplock bag into it. It works just as good. Just be sure not to seal the ziplock bag all the way. Just use the ziplock bag to contain any possible mess and to contain some moisture. I used to do this before I got wetbags

[coolwaterz]

Thank you so much for all the information! (:

[dalyax]

No problem! Glad to be of help! :)