Reuseable pads

I haven't but I have seen sewing and embroidery machind patterns for reusable pads and it seems like a very good idea.

I use knickers with built in protection. Very comfortable, no leaks and good for the planet.

Luckygirl - can I ask what type you bought and from where?. I hadn’t heard of them but sound like a good idea. Both my daughters use washable nappies on their babies, so the idea of washing pads wouldn’t bother me and I’d like to do my bit for planet too.

I remember my mother having some slightly padded pants so I made myself some. I drew round a disposable pad and made some with a few layers of flannelette which I sewed into the gusset of my pants. I only have a slightly dodgy bladder if I forget to do the pelvic floor exercises. I hate anything disposable.

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These are the ones that I got. There are lots of other makes and types, but they are all broadly similar. You can also get the in less wacky colours or plain black and white.

Pittcity what brand are they?

Yes, I have some of those as I have terrible key in door syndrome. Also, not that I go anywhere much these days, but I don’t want to use public toilets due to covid so I need to feel confident, bladder wise. I sometimes think that a bit of padding in that area keeps it warmer and therefore stops me needing the loo as much. Which makes sense, I think, because I always need the loo more when it’s cold. My younger self would be horrified to read this!

Modibodi. Expensive but worth every penny.

I tried Giggle Knickers but they are more bulky and prone to tearing. The advantage of these over Modibodi is that you can tumble dry them.

I use cloth diapers for my kids and I made the switch myself. Never going back to disposables.

It is so much fun to make them yourself too - lots of sewing instructional videos in YouTube