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Susan
Answers your Questions
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WEARING
CLOTH MENSTRUAL PADS
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How
exactly are the pads fastened in place?
Place the Wemoon pad label-side down onto the inside of your
panty gusset (lengthwise front to back), then fold wings around
the outsides to meet underneath at the press-studs, and clip
together.
For a woman with reduced sensation in her hands due to multiple
sclerosis, we suggested attaching the pad before putting panties
on, such that once the pad was laid into the panty gusset
she could turn the whole lot over, line up the press-studs
and push down onto a reasonably hard surface underneath. Apparently
this was successful.
I've
found some other washable pads 'bunch up' when I fasten them.
Will Wemoon's do the same?
No! We have gone to great lengths to
investigate what is an appropriate crotch and wing width for
each pad size, so that our pads actually do the job of catching
all the blood, while still not bunching the underwear from
being too narrow, nor causing discomfort or moving around
from being too wide. I suggest you check our crotch width
chart to suit your specific needs.
Longer side wings also mean Wemoon pads not only catch the
flow better, but mould smoothly to your body curves, staying
neatly in place.
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ABSORPTION
& BREATHABILITY
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Are
they as absorbent as 'disposables'?
Yes, if not more so, but do remember
to change them as often for hygiene's sake.
I've
used my Wemoon pads a few times now, and notice they seem
to absorb better now than when they were new. Is this true
or am I imagining it?
Yes you're absolutely right. In fact
we strongly recommend pre-washing your new Wemoon pads before
first use, not only to remove any manufacturing residues,
but also because this really improves absorbency. Unlike a
lot of other products, Wemoon pads actually improve with age!
With repeated washing the fabric and components become softer
and even more absorbent . . .
I like
to wear only 100% cotton panties because they allow for much
better air flow than synthetics, helping keep down yeast infections.
This is one of the major reasons why I don't want to use disposable
pads, with their plastic layers. Will the leakproof laminate
layer in Wemoons affect breathability?
The waterproof laminate in Wemoon pads
represents the latest in environmental technology, producing
a biodegradable synthetic which while being completely leakproof,
does allow air flow, so your skin can still breathe.
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WASHING
& DRYING
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Are your pads machine washable, and if so what temperature
can they be washed at?
We recommend a 'warm' to 'hot' wash,
which is anything up to 60°C. You can also wash reliably
in cold water if you prefer.
Is machine-washing
hygienic?
As long as you have soaked and squeezed
the pads before washing, most blood will have been removed,
and the machine will do the rest. If you can't hang your pads
in the sun to dry (a natural sanitiser), we also recommend
adding tea-tree or eucalyptus oil, or any type of anti-bacterial
to your wash for extra surety.
Does
staining occur on Wemoon pads?
If you soak your pads immediately after
wearing then machine-wash, you should not have problems with
staining. However, sometimes on the last days of bleeding,
when the blood is not flowing as freely, it tends to dry somewhat
before you can soak your pads. In this case we recommend applying
some white vinegar, salt, or stain-removing soap, then give
a little scrub with some added water before soaking and washing.
If you are still having problems with staining, we highly
recommend Ruby Red over other colours!
How long
do Wemoon pads take to air dry?
Wemoons dry a lot faster when they
are spun-dried in the washing machine, so even if I am hand-washing
I tend to put them into a final spin cycle before hanging
out to dry. Then they usually dry within 2 - 3 hours in the
sun, or for a day in a breezy spot (I have a line under the
house).
Can Wemoon
pads be put into the clothes- (tumble-) dryer?
Yes!
Is it
ok to iron them?
Yes.
When
I wash my Wemoon pads, I don't use any detergent but natural
soap sometimes, to save the environment. I have washed Wemoon
many times in 1 year, and I feel it is getting 'hard'. Could
this be so, and what can I do?
This does seem to be a problem over
time when washing in just water. However, we have found that
putting your pads in the tumble dryer from time to time will
make them much softer again. If this can't be done, you could
try adding eucalyptus oil to your final rinse.
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DURABILITY
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I'd like some idea of how long I can expect these pads to
last, if I follow the care instructions properly . . .
My original pads are now over 4 years
old and are in really good condition; in fact they are my
favourites, having become more flexible and comfortable over
time. I expect Wemoon pads to last at least 5 years or more.
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COLOURS
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I love the Wemoon colours and patterns, but will they always
be available and will you ever have more?
Fabric runs come and go, and although
we always expect to have Ruby, Rose, and Natural, some colours
and patterns will change over time. Blue Tartan and Red Tartan
are now available again, and we are also hoping to offer a
'rose print' and perhaps another 'celestial print' since the
originals were so popular. If you have any further suggestions
for colours or patterns, please let us know.
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DECREASED
BLOOD FLOW
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I know this might sound crazy, but since I've been using Wemoon
pads rather than disposable products, I could swear my blood
flow has decreased, with my cycle decidedly shorter. Have
any other women commented on this?
Well yes . . . they have actually.
We've had women claim that disposable products contain some
sort of chemicals which induce bleeding, whether by coincidence
or because this promotes the use of more product is unsure,
but we're reluctant to comment . . . Perhaps it's simply your
body saying thank you! (See also 'A
Convert to Cloth') |
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