Diaper Swappers

4kids4me · 06-06-2012, 11:00 AM

I love my PP cloth from treehugger!

wigglers · 06-06-2012, 09:29 PM

You guys have such interesting experiences. I really appreciate the insights! I know this isn't my thread, but I think I'm going to at least start with some cloth liners and try a cup for a few months!

A.Fred · 06-06-2012, 09:37 PM

Maybe try a diva cup? If I had more of a period that's what I'd use..but I have an IUD so my periods are very minimal..so I don't know that I see the point of using one lol.

rohirette · 06-06-2012, 09:49 PM

I've got to say, I'm not really buying that mysterious chemicals leach into your lady parts and cause a harder period.

What does make sense is that the texture of a disposable pad and its greater moisture attracting properties could pull more of what is in the vagina out. Interesting.

Scaethach · 06-08-2012, 06:08 PM

I have a heavy flow and use pp size most of the time, and cannot use flannel or minkee, they just don't absorb quickly. Flannel is too tight a weave and minkee is a poly, so they both left me feeling nasty. My preference is OBV, followed closely by cotton velours, and a bamboo core (fleece backed). OBV and CV both wick quickly and help me feel less... gross.

ETA: I do use a Lady Cup for the 2 heaviest days. I just use pads the other 7-9 days, and flannel usually is "ok" the first day of spotting.

mysticmomma1879 · 06-08-2012, 06:11 PM

just a quick plug for crystalanne... her pp pads were fantastic!

sajetto · 06-09-2012, 08:26 AM

So maybe this is why I hated to use cloth pads for my period?! I bought a bunch of flannel ones and they felt yucky to me also. However, I never minded using them as panty liners between periods. Since my first and only purchase of mama pads didn't go so well I ended up going with a Diva Cup and had no issues. Maybe I need to give pads another go, but with a different material. Hmmmmmm

CherryPie · 06-09-2012, 04:22 PM

I'd suggest OBV pads from Pink Lemonade. I have some minky ones too but I prefer the texture of the the OBV.

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mommylifew3 · 06-09-2012, 08:07 PM

So interesting this thread. I have been meaning to buy a diva cup. I used some of the store bought instead cups but they always leak and won't stay in Place. Ans since I have conquered the serger maybe I'll make myself a few pads.

honeycrisp · 06-10-2012, 01:12 AM

Homestead Emporium has the best fit in my opinion, and awesome quality and customer service.

06-06-2012, 11:00 AM	#21
4kids4me Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MN Posts: 755 Ratings: 2 Feedback: 100%	Re: I want to like cloth pads, but... I love my PP cloth from treehugger! __________________ SAHM to 5 ranging from 13 down to newbie

06-06-2012, 09:29 PM	#22
wigglers Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 632 Ratings: 9 Feedback: 100%	Re: I want to like cloth pads, but... You guys have such interesting experiences. I really appreciate the insights! I know this isn't my thread, but I think I'm going to at least start with some cloth liners and try a cup for a few months! __________________ PF, mom to DD (March 05), DS (June 07) and DD (May 2010)

06-06-2012, 09:37 PM	#23
A.Fred Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: TX Posts: 2,867 Ratings: 66 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Maybe try a diva cup? If I had more of a period that's what I'd use..but I have an IUD so my periods are very minimal..so I don't know that I see the point of using one lol. __________________ ~Amy~ Student nurse (call me crazy) wife to highschool sweetheart since Feb. '09. Mommy to Gabriel 3/3/11. For Sale: Med. MM Coastal Sunset Romper!, Handspun yarn!

06-06-2012, 09:49 PM	#24
rohirette Registered Users Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,465 Ratings: 75 Feedback: 100%	Re: I want to like cloth pads, but... I've got to say, I'm not really buying that mysterious chemicals leach into your lady parts and cause a harder period. What does make sense is that the texture of a disposable pad and its greater moisture attracting properties could pull more of what is in the vagina out. Interesting. __________________ Me, a WOHM, DH Dave, DD Ruby

06-08-2012, 06:08 PM	#25
Scaethach Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 6,292 Ratings: 14 Feedback: 100%	Re: I want to like cloth pads, but... I have a heavy flow and use pp size most of the time, and cannot use flannel or minkee, they just don't absorb quickly. Flannel is too tight a weave and minkee is a poly, so they both left me feeling nasty. My preference is OBV, followed closely by cotton velours, and a bamboo core (fleece backed). OBV and CV both wick quickly and help me feel less... gross. ETA: I do use a Lady Cup for the 2 heaviest days. I just use pads the other 7-9 days, and flannel usually is "ok" the first day of spotting. __________________ Mindy Spinning/knitting/crochet mama behind the Woodland Pixie Mama to Pi 9/14/08 and Pixie 6/5/11 Expecting Baby E May 2013! Like my Facebook! Etsy Last edited by Scaethach; 06-08-2012 at 06:09 PM.