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reply posted on 6-7-2009 @ 04:45 PM by DaWhiz
Originally posted by Deus Ex Machina 42
Oh freaking YUCK, that thing would be so nasty and dirty and ... ew, just ew.

I'm sorry I'm a guy and should have listened to the topic title for my own good, but t that is the most disgusting thing I've ever heard of. Tampons are nasty enough, but a literal CUP that is worn for several hours during the cycle and can be reused?


GAAAAAh gross, ew, nasty, icky, everything in between. Ugh.

Although I apologize for intruding, as this is a woman's only topic, but that just seems gross. I dont know, would you honestly like reusing something that.. you had down there.. for several hours, all sweaty... bloody and sticky and just all around GROSS?

just stockpile a ton of tampons in case the need for survival ever comes up.. do the same thing people that need medication do, stockpile that ****

[edit on 3-7-2009 by Deus Ex Machina 42]

This is why you were told just women because you haven't a clue....
First, when were tampons created?
Second, how long does a tampon stay in?
Third, do you know what can happen to a woman in the wilderness while wearing a tampon?

Also, since this product is inserted, you don't worry about sweat. It's internal not external - you are thinking cups for balls = sweat; not remotely the same thing.

Oh and just so you know, what do you think will happen to your camp if you have women with tampons/pads/etc with no place to dispose of them. You can't wash those!

Please, before you "YUCK" at least get educated!
geesh!


reply posted on 10-7-2009 @ 05:58 PM by preparanoid
Greenize,
Thanks for posting on this rarely discussed preparedness issue!
Everyone has covered most of what I would have said or suggested, so just a few thoughts/ideas from me to add to an already informative, interesting thread.
Sea sponges work really well for me. I attach string for easier removal. I don't use them often, but when I do I've had no problems. I disinfect and sanitize mine with hydrogen peroxide (which also works well to cleanse my cloth pads).
For my money's worth, I stock up on store bought pads (multi-use as wound dressing) and have some tampons stored as well.
I have almost completely switched to homemade cloth pads, though. For me there are a few easy ways to 'make' them. If you get a dozen baby washcloths and fold them in half (you can sew them together for a more permanent shape if you want) they make great light day pads/liners. Also for heavier flow I use toddler sockies. I use the terry cloth ones for heavier days and normal cotton for medium days. The terry cloth footies/socks are terry on both sides and cling to the cotton of underwear, which minimizes slipping for me. You could use safety pens or possibly even attach a velcro strip to these. I find baby washcloths and toddler/children's socks to be the perfect size with no cutting or sewing necessary.
I'm definitely going to get some shammy type cloth like was mentioned in this thread. I think if I added to the baby sock by slipping it inside or to the washcloth by sewing it inside the folded section that it would be a huge boost to absorbency. Thanks to the person who suggested that!
I've read about the Diva Cup but, in all honesty, I just don't think I'll ever be -that- desperate/brave/alternatively-minded! =)
Thanks again everyone for some great ideas and especially to Greenize for starting this thread. S&F'ed!
~pre


reply posted on 10-7-2009 @ 07:28 PM by suzque66
reply to post by preparanoid


Great ideas prep, If I wasn't so old and near the big mp, I would consider the makeshift/washable pads. I don't agree with anything inserted though, natural or not, the sea sponge thing, tampons (bleach and other additives) no, all too risky for womankind.

and you guy that keep rambling about how gross this topic is..then stop reading it from the get-go as the OP suggests. Only makes me angry at you (non) men who make goofy comments and that has caused me to have several bad warnings from mods for going off on that type. If your own mothers had to run to live in a menstral hut for every period then you would have never been fed 5 days out of any given month of your life.

Grow up, it is human nature, yes, women are humans too and just because we don't have our organs hanging out doesn't make it more gross. If you are offended..STOP, DROP AND X the page, fast.



reply posted on 12-7-2009 @ 07:26 PM by Erastus
reply to post by Greenize



Maybe a ShamWow? I swear those Germans think of everything.
How did the Indians do it?


reply posted on 17-7-2009 @ 09:26 PM by Aeons
reply to post by frayed1


The average return of menstruation in a woman who is practicing ecological breastfeeding is 14 months to 2 years. That's an average. Some women are 2 months, some are 3 years. (ref)

Ecological breastfeeding is breastfeeding your child on demand, usually until they are over two.


reply posted on 20-7-2009 @ 11:35 AM by xoxo stacie
reply to post by Greenize


I have used that style of cup and you cant even really feel it unless you are having some major cramps or moving around a whole lot. ( The one I had was light purple and had a lilac border that was slightly thicker.)

My biggest fear was being able to get the little thing out! I had just had my daughter and my obgyn suggested I use it. It worked great and washing it was VERY easy...it's called bottled water and ivory soap! The cotton pad thing is also one that needs to be washed again hot bottled water and ivory soap. The ivory also helps to break down the bacteria that makes the blood stench so burring the water will make it less likely to be hit on by animals. (When I take my dog’s camping I make a dilution of ivory dish soap and water in a spray bottle and spray their “area” with it when they are done and I have cleaned up. Also helps keep their relief area from being killed from the waste. )

It is amazing with all this bacterial stuff out and the ob's are still telling people to just use ivory soap! One of the few that has stood the test of time and isn't overly laden with chemicals the way most soap and body washes are today.

Another thought would be to use a chamomile based organic soap; preferably french milled style as they last much longer. Just let it dry out before re-packing it! You could also make a "tea" of chamomile water and let it cool slightly to cleanse the cup/pads with it.
Coming from a woman who has NEVER since day one been able to use a tampon without getting an infection within 48 hours....I used the cup to help with "over flow" after my daughter’s birth for several month's till thing's went back to normal. NO infection of any kind, not even the slightest yeast.

The cup you are referring to seem's to be SO very expensive! Look at your pharmacy and ask them if they carry the latex cup's in stock if not can they order them. I was broke as all get out when I had gotten to having my daughter and I can remember easily affording to buy 2 of them. AT the pharmacy over the counter!

You should also ask your gynecologist if they have a cheaper way for you to get them. It really seem’s to me that the one’s selling this are playing on a woman’s need for something of this nature and charging WAY to much for it


reply posted on 20-7-2009 @ 09:18 PM by suzque66
reply to post by Merigold


lol I agree. I lost it a few pages back and said some baaad words because of both men posting on the subject giving advice or the ones that are 'ewwwww-ing'.
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