Frequently Asked Questions If you don’t find the answer to your specific questions here, please feel free to email me and I’ll be happy to answer them directly.  Q: Comfort is important to me. How comfortable are cloth pads compared to disposable pads? A: Cloth pads vs disposable pads is kind of like comparing soft flannel jammies vs those awful scratchy paper gowns that doctors’ offices use. I don’t know about you but I’d take the soft flannel every time. New Moon Pads are so soft and comfortable you’ll hardly even know you’re wearing one. Q: What about bulk? Are cloth pads a lot bulkier than disposable pads? A: Some brands can be but not New Moon. I’ve designed them to be highly absorbent while exceptionally trim so they’re actually less bulky than disposable pads and most cloth pads on the market today. Q: Are cloth menstrual pads hard to care for? A: Not at all. Just toss them in with your regular laundry. They don’t need to be washed separately and there’s no need to pre-soak unless you want to. Q: Do I need to wash the pads before their first use and, if so, how many times? A: Yes, pads need to be washed prior to their first use to remove any fabric sizing and maximize their absorbency. One washing should be fine and then they’re good to go. Q: Will regular laundering get them clean? A: Absolutely. Q: Should pads be washed in hot or cold water? A: Hot water can set stains so I recommend cold water washing for cloth pads. They get just as clean...plus it saves energy and money. Q: I’ve been told not to use fabric softener on cloth menstrual pads. Why is that? A: Fabric softener coats fabric and decreases the absorbency factor so it’s not recommended for items such as cloth menstrual pads and cloth diapers. Q: I inadvertently used fabric softener on my pads and now they’re not as absorbent as before. Is there anything I can do to fix this? A: If they've been exposed to fabric softener and it effects their absorbency you can "strip" them. Just wash them a couple of times in hot soapy water without drying them in between. This should take care of the problem. It's just a matter of washing the softener completely clear of the fabric. Q: Is there any way to extra sanitize the pads if I’ve forgotten them and left them in the soaking pot too long? A: All styles of New Moon Pads can be boiled for a short period of time to completely sanitize them. I wouldn’t recommend doing it unless absolutely necessary because it can fade the fabrics but it won’t change the function of them at all. Remember, only 30 seconds to a minute is all that’s really needed. Q: If extra sanitizing, do you recommend putting anything in the water? A: Plain water works fine but you can also use a little bit of baking soda to alleviate any residual odour. Q: Is there much of an odour when using cloth pads? A: Very little. You’ll find cloth pads actually have a lot less (and different) odour than disposable pads. The chemicals and dioxins used in disposables take on an unpleasant odour when used that even the perfumed disposables can’t cover. You don’t get this problem when using cloth. With cloth it’s a more natural odour, not unpleasant at all. Q: What stops your pads from leaking through? A: Many cloth pad makers use PUL (polyurethane laminate) as their leak barrier. I won’t. It’s a chemically coated fabric that doesn’t breath and isn’t healthy. I use only breathable fleece made by Malden Mills as the leak barrier in my pads. The same type of fleece used in high end sports wear. Q: What about leaks? A: High absorbency double brushed flannel comprises the inner absorbency layering of my pads. They’re more absorbent than disposables and the fleece backing is a breathable leak-proof layer that keeps moisture locked in the pad. Q: No matter what I do, or what pad brand I use, I always tend to leak over the sides. Is there anything you can recommend? A: Some women tend to side leak no matter what they try. I would suggest the Ultra Pads. They’re specifically designed for women with this problem. The sherpa fleece backing wraps around to the front on the sides to form leak resistant gussets. They’re a wee bit bulkier than the regular pads but they work wonderfully to prevent side leaks. Q: I hate the clammy feel of disposable pads. Do cloth pads feel the same way? A: No. Cloth pads absorb the moisture down into the fabric layering and keep you feeling dry and comfortable. Plus flannel and fleece (the main fabrics I use) are both breathable fabrics that keep you cool and comfortable without the sweaty, clammy feeling.mailto:reneemck@gmail.com?subject=faqhttp://www.newmoonpads.com/Ultra.htmlmailto:reneemck@gmail.com?subject=Questionshapeimage_1_link_0shapeimage_1_link_1
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Savings Cloth pads pay for themselves in just 1-2 years from the cost of disposables and last up to 10 years, which means you get 8-9 years of cost free menstrual protection.
Health Using cloth pads can potentially decrease your flow, period discomfort and risk of yeast infections. Most women report that switching to cloth has made most or all of these changes in their monthly cycle.
Environment The average woman will throw away between 10,000 and 15,000 disposable menstrual products in her lifetime. Compare that to cloth. If a woman purchased 20 cloth pads every 10 years she would have gone through only 80 cloth pads total.
Comfort Putting a cloth pad on straight from the dryer while it’s still warm (or leaving it in the sun to warm up) helps to ease menstrual cramps.
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