Comments | cloth_pads: Liners for cup backup?

sporkkity in cloth_pads

Liners for cup backup?

May 23, 2009 23:34

So I'm going traveling for about a year long trip soon. I use a divacup, and when at home, I just wear my older, set aside for period use, underwear so I don't worry about leaks or anything. But if I'm going to be traveling, I will only have a few pairs of underwear, which I'd rather not get leaks and whatnot on. So my question is, what pads ( Read more... )

cloth pads - pantyliner, cloth use - away from home, cloth use - travel

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crochetaduck May 24 2009, 06:17:32 UTC

http://www.amysragbag.com/ has great 5 inch "toppers."

eversochili May 25 2009, 13:18:53 UTC

They're WONDERFUL, though I have found that the 5 inch toppers don't stay in place without a soaker underneath. The next size up in topper does stay put, and it's very thin. I don't think the extra inch or two is bothersome.

crochetaduck May 26 2009, 01:15:37 UTC

I don't have a problem with the 5 inch toppers staying put, but I agree that there's nothing wrong with 7 inches either. Staying put may have something to do with the length of the crotch of your underwear, maybe. That's my theory anyway.

fireaphid May 24 2009, 08:10:23 UTC

There are plenty of sellers of 5-6 inch pantyliners: http://clothpads.wikidot.com/system:page-tags/tag/xs. The thinnest pads tend to have a waterproof layer (PUL, wool, polyester fleece, or nylon), but for cup backup, you'll probably find this unnecessary. Wingless pads also cut down on the possible "bulk" of wings, but you have to remember to hold onto them whenever you remove your underwear ( ... )

femininewear May 24 2009, 09:48:06 UTC

Hello
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delqc May 24 2009, 14:30:45 UTC

In case you are crafty, here is a link to a tutorial I posted for making light all-in-one pads. I used them as panty liners throughout my pregnancy to absorb all the extra pregnancy moisture that no one warned me about! I have also used them as a back-up for leaks when using a menstrual cup.

rainbowtastic May 24 2009, 15:19:23 UTC

What I'd suggest is to go out and buy some flannel or cotton, and simply fold it up. This way you can get whatever strength of liner you need, a few layers or more for heavy/problem days(since you are talking about a whole year, and your cycle could change due to stress), and it will be easy to take care of. To wash, just grab some detergent and rinse in the sink... since its one layer when unfolded, just lay it out on a towel rack and let it air dry, then throw it in with the laundry when you are ready to do that. A square of cotton fleece or something similar could also serve the same purpose.