1/12/09

Cloth Menstrual Pads

So, kind of a weird subject. But yes, disposable pads and tampons are really bad for the earth, and some argue, bad for womens' bodies.
Recently, a friend asked me if I could try to make her some cloth pads. I got this pattern from NikkiShell, who is an awesome seamstress and mom.
My prototype turned out okay. However, after seeing some pretty beautiful pads on Etsy by this mama, and I think I might skip the whole "insert" thing.

I have a week until I start school. I kind of feel that nesting sensation, like before having a baby. I think it's because I know that life as we know it is going to change completely. But the good thing is, in mid-May, I'll be back to full-time stay-at-home-mom probably.

Nothing else to really write. OH-I am loving the new diapers I made last week. They are incredible. So much so that I don't want to use plain prefolds anymore. I want a whole stash of nice fitted diapers. I think I will make them "cuter" next time though.Folded up

3 comments:

  1. If you use the diva cup you will only need these:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_2&listing_id=18643915

    added bonus: plant food
    (whatever, i know it is gross, but ever since i got pregnant my plants have been looking pretty wimpy.)

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  2. I was just talking about this with a bunch of ladies the other night! Everyone will be very happy to hear that you are making them.

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  3. i love it! remember, call me on your breaks from class and i'll eat lunch truck food with you!

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