Pads & Tampons Be Gone

I remember seeing an email or article going around years ago about not using maxi pads or tampons because of the chemicals on the cotton material.  I never thought much about it at the time.  Over the past year, I have switched to clean eating, avoiding chemicals and processed foods with great effort, which has led to the norm and feels like no effort at all.  More recently, I have also switched some cleaning products and more importantly because it enters my tissues and organs thorough my skin, I have switched to healthier alternatives to skincare.  My healthy deodorant review is here.

I know there are so many factors of my day and surroundings that are out of my control and therefore I am absorbing poisons daily, but I want to avoid even more exposure whenever I can, with the things that I can control.  I thought more about the toxins entering my body directly through my soft tissues every single month, and realized that since I put so much effort into avoiding harmful chemicals orally and through my skin, I needed to be more open minded about letting go of the stereotypical thoughts I had toward handling my monthly nuisance.

I ordered the Lunette, also called a Diva Cup.   I have yet to bear children so I ordered the smaller of the two sizes.  I received a purple silicone cup, and boiled it as the directions suggested. I read how to pinch it and insert it, and read to definitely use both hands when removing.  It was $40 but I knew it was a one time cost and would save me money over the years of not buying the cotton products if I could only convince myself to give it a real shot.

The first month I did not like it.  I gave it another try, because I honestly didn't like the alternative either.  The amount of times I was out of the house longer than expected and unprepared had caused so much unnecessary anxiety in the past, I wanted to try this approach.  A few months later, I loved it.  It became easier, quicker, more comfortable, and more convenient with no time restraints if I'm at someone else's house with an empty garbage or out and about.  I also don't have to wait for the start on Day 1.  I can insert the morning it's expected with no issues.

I can now wear white jeans 30 days a month if I want!  For health reasons, and also just plain convenience since it lasts for up to 12 hours on average, I highly recommend giving this product a try!  There are many articles online about the dangers of old fashioned pads and tampons if interested in doing your own research.  There are also washable pads, similar to reusable diapers if you prefer, but that didn't sound as feasible in my opinion.

I bought my Lunette here but you can also buy here

Are you willing to give it a try?

*The items mentioned was personally purchased and not sponsored by companies.

(Photos are courtesy of blogger.)