Sissy's Stash's goal is to make locally made cloth feminine hygiene products available for women in our area. What is are cloth pads and how does it work? Cloth pads are made from cloth material sewn into different shapes, sizes, and absorbency. Each pad are made of a few layers of construction. Topper Layer – This layer is up against the body. It comes in all kinds of wonderful prints and textur
es. So you can make it fun to choose different kinds of prints for your cloth pads. Absorbent Layer – is an absorbent core layer. In our pads the core is layered and quilted. Backer Layer – Is a fabric that is water resistant, usually fleece. Fastener Closures – Are located on the wings of each pad. This allows the pad to wrap around the pant y and secure in place. Usually the fasteners closure are Snaps or Velcro. Why cloth Pads? Being prepared for that time of the month is something every woman deals with. Cloth pads are not a new concept. In generation past women had to use different systems and materials before disposable feminine hygiene products came along. Some parts of the world today women do not have access to disposable products. Cloth pads are a great option. When choosing cloth pads everyone have different reasons. Here are a few.
• Being a prepared woman. Having access to disposable feminine hygiene products may not be an option. Or you just like having a back up plan instead of those late night runs to store. You can just go to your cloth pad stash.
• No more plastic in your panties. Most cloth pads are more breathable and comfortable than disposable pads.
• Cloth pads could be a healthier option to disposables
• Being able to pick different sizes,shapes,absorbency and fabric choices.
• Environmental Reasons ( nothing to throw way)
• Economical cost
The average woman spends approximately $180.00 a year. Most cloth pads could last up to at least 5 years with the proper care.
