Women have several different options these days when it comes to their menstrual cycle. Sadly, most choose disposable pads or tampons, not realizing they have more comfortable, environmentally friendly options available. In 1998, 7 billion tampons and 13 billion sanitary pads and their packaging made their way into landfills and sewage systems in the USA alone! We are pleased to offer you great alternatives here at Nurtured Family - the DivaCup™ and a variety of cloth menstrual pads.
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| DivaCup™ - Wow... using the DivaCup™ is like not having your menstrual cycle at all! The DivaCup™ is an innovative menstrual cup made of soft silicone which offers easy, 100% hypoallergenic, odorless care of your menstrual cycle. The DivaCup™ is reusable, economical and more sanitary than a tampon or pad! Approved by the FDA (USA) and Health Canada, the The DivaCup™ is comfortable, reliable and convenient. It holds one full ounce (30 ml). Since the entire cycle is an average of 3-4 ounces (90-120 ml), most women find that the cup is not even half full after 12 hours. The vagina is continually self-cleansing, washing away dead cells and bacteria. Tampons absorb the natural fluids that we need to keep the vagina clean and moist. The DivaCup™ is non-absorbent and simply collects the menstrual flow, leaving the natural moisture level in the vagina undisturbed.
Depending on your flow, empty the cup 2-3 times per 24 hour day, wash and reinsert. It can be worn up to 12 hours, even overnight. The DivaCup™ is ideal for all activities including swimming, camping, backpacking, and traveling. It is suitable for all menstruating women of all ages!
Many assume that since tampons and pads are white, they must be clean and sterile. Unfortunately, they are not. They are bleached white with chlorine, which poses health risks as well as chlorine bleach being a carcinogenic toxin (also known as dioxin). The vagina is self-cleansing and continually producing fluid that carries away dead cells and bacteria. Tampons, (rayon or cotton) absorb this protective fluid and can disrupt the normal acidic vaginal environment, making you subject to bacterial infections and Toxic Shock Syndrome. Since the DivaCup™ is non-absorbent, it does not disrupt the natural vaginal environment. The silicone in The DivaCup™ is also antibacterial, and does not support bacterial growth. For more on how the DivaCup™ works , click here. |
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| Cloth Menstrual Pads - The cloth menstrual pads we offer are incredibly comfortable, and keep you dry and fresh. Many are surprised to find that cloth menstrual pads feel totally different than disposable pads. Since they are cloth, they allow air to flow through. Disposable pads are prone to causing skin irritation, itching, and unpleasant odor. Experience how different cloth can be! Using cloth pads is easy. Simply keep a tote by the toilet for soiled pads and wash the tote with your cloth menstrual pads in a small, separate load when you're down to your last one. For more on cloth menstrual pads, visit here. |
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Whether the DivaCup™ or cloth menstrual pads are right for you, we've got you taken care of - comfortably!