Reusable pads are called cloth pads. Unlike disposable pads, cloth menstrual pads are designed mainly to cater to female health hygiene. So, switch to cloth pads are common among women. Cloth pads are not one-time use. After every use, cloth menstrual pads need to be washed and maintained properly. Lifetime of cloth pads is 5 years. If it is maintained properly, it can live long life too.
How do you use Cloth Pads?
1. Reusable cloth menstrual pads are worn just like disposable pads. Place the solid color sides upwards, wraps the wings of the cloth pads around your underwear and press the stud.
2. After use, soak the cloth pad in cold for at least 30 minutes. If you soak the cloth pad in warm water, then the stains will settle in your pads. While soaking, add few drops of sanitizer or detergent.
3. Wash by rubbing it by hand and rinse it thoroughly.
4. Dry your washed cloth pads in the dryer or in direct sunlight.
5. Every 4 to 6 hours, you need to change your pad. Keep your used pads in a zip lock pouch. So that, you can wash it in your home.
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