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Cheap Hygiene Wipes
Approximate $ Savings: $4
Feminine wipes are wonderful but can be expensive instead use baby wipes home brand ones are inexpensive and you can purchase in volume. Just keep a few in a snap lock bag in your handbag to freshen up anywhere.
Contributed by Heather Ogier, 14th March 2014
Feminine wipes are wonderful but can be expensive instead use baby wipes home brand ones are inexpensive and you can purchase in volume. Just keep a few in a snap lock bag in your handbag to freshen up anywhere.
Contributed by Heather Ogier, 14th March 2014
Cloth Instead of Disposable Sanitary Pads
I am starting to use (I make my own) cloth sanitary pads for my menstrual cycle each month. I make them from face washer material, cut up and sewn into a comfortable shape, to use instead of the costly purchase of disposable pads from the chemist or supermarket. I used to spend anything up to $15 -$ 25 per month but I am going to introduce this to my teen daughter also as she will benefit from this also. Hope this helps someone else too. You can use any material really, I just like to use up our old face washers - pre-soaked of course!
Contributed by Kanina Francis, 8th August 2012
Contributed by Kanina Francis, 8th August 2012
Alternative Sanitary Product
Approximate $ Savings: $7 each month
I'd like to let other women know about a product called 'The Keeper'. It works on the same principle as a tampon, but is made from natural rubber and is shaped like a slim cup to collect your flow rather than absorb it. So it is washed and reused. I'm not affiliated with this product, I've just been using it long enough to feel that we should all at least know about it. I find it more convenient than tampons and the financial and environmental benefits are really great. If you are unsure, Google it and check out the very informative website.
Contributed by Leah McDonald, 1st September 2010
I'd like to let other women know about a product called 'The Keeper'. It works on the same principle as a tampon, but is made from natural rubber and is shaped like a slim cup to collect your flow rather than absorb it. So it is washed and reused. I'm not affiliated with this product, I've just been using it long enough to feel that we should all at least know about it. I find it more convenient than tampons and the financial and environmental benefits are really great. If you are unsure, Google it and check out the very informative website.
Contributed by Leah McDonald, 1st September 2010
This is a Tip for the Girls
Approximate $ Savings: $10-15 /month
A few years ago I got really annoyed with paying for tampons every month so I did some research and found the menstrual cup. It sounds bad I know but it's actually a fantastic product. It's a soft rubber cup that you wear like a tampon. It lasts for 10 years for about $45 plus postage and you just empty it out, wash it out and use it again. It also means you're not throwing out tampons which helps the environment. It's more hygienic than tampons and can stay in longer without issue on the lighter days. This is the one I bought. http://www.thekeeper.com.au/index.htm however I think there are a couple of other ones around. I recommend that even if you think it sounds strange, you read up on it as it's one of the best purchases I've made.
Contributed by Deanna, Gladesville, 2nd September 2009
Website: www.thekeeper.com.au/index.htm
A few years ago I got really annoyed with paying for tampons every month so I did some research and found the menstrual cup. It sounds bad I know but it's actually a fantastic product. It's a soft rubber cup that you wear like a tampon. It lasts for 10 years for about $45 plus postage and you just empty it out, wash it out and use it again. It also means you're not throwing out tampons which helps the environment. It's more hygienic than tampons and can stay in longer without issue on the lighter days. This is the one I bought. http://www.thekeeper.com.au/index.htm however I think there are a couple of other ones around. I recommend that even if you think it sounds strange, you read up on it as it's one of the best purchases I've made.
Contributed by Deanna, Gladesville, 2nd September 2009
Website: www.thekeeper.com.au/index.htm
For the Ladies
Approximate $ Savings: Approx $3,000.00
I reckon in a lifetime you can spend around $3,000.00 just on tampons and sanitary towels! While "The Keeper" is a great idea, I didn't buy it online because it was too expensive, but I did want an alternative because I was very concerned about personal hygiene products being manufactured in China (especially after safety scares with lots of Chinese made items in recent times). Then I came across the "Diva Cup" on ebay which I bought for $34.95 including postage :-) (The Diva Cup is not rubber, but made from silicon which means it'll last a very long time.) So now I'm making savings as I no longer purchase sanitary towels/tampons and not only that but I found an excellent product for half the cost of "The Keeper"! Not to mention that I now also have peace of mind about my personal health safety!
Contributed by Lily, Perth, 2nd August 2008
I reckon in a lifetime you can spend around $3,000.00 just on tampons and sanitary towels! While "The Keeper" is a great idea, I didn't buy it online because it was too expensive, but I did want an alternative because I was very concerned about personal hygiene products being manufactured in China (especially after safety scares with lots of Chinese made items in recent times). Then I came across the "Diva Cup" on ebay which I bought for $34.95 including postage :-) (The Diva Cup is not rubber, but made from silicon which means it'll last a very long time.) So now I'm making savings as I no longer purchase sanitary towels/tampons and not only that but I found an excellent product for half the cost of "The Keeper"! Not to mention that I now also have peace of mind about my personal health safety!
Contributed by Lily, Perth, 2nd August 2008
A Modern Alternative
Approximate $ Savings: $200 per year
DIVA CUP a modern alternative to disposable tampons and pads. Save money. Hassle Free. Save our environment. Available for purchase on ebay for $38.00.
Contributed by Jane, Wagga Wagga, 27th February 2008
DIVA CUP a modern alternative to disposable tampons and pads. Save money. Hassle Free. Save our environment. Available for purchase on ebay for $38.00.
Contributed by Jane, Wagga Wagga, 27th February 2008
Try a Menstrual Cup
Approximate $ Savings: $1,150
About 700 million tampons and 1 billion pads are disposed of every year in Australia and New Zealand alone. Imagine that pile! And if you spend $10 a month on disposable products for ten years, you are paying $1200 for the privilege. What's the alternative? A menstrual cup is an inverted bell-shaped flexible item that you insert into the vagina to collect menstrual fluids. Once in place the idea is that it forms a seal and prevents blood flowing out of the vagina by holding it in place in its "cup" shaped reservoir. Unlike a tampon which absorbs the blood along with the vagina's natural secretions, a menstrual cup simply holds the fluids until you remove it. A cup that holds 25-30ml is for most women going to be able to cope with a full day or overnight without emptying, and at most perhaps you would need to empty it a few times a day for a very heavy flow. A menstrual cup will last (with proper care) for around 10 years. They are made from medical-grade silicon or latex rubber, in a variety of sizes and designs, for around $50. So, these little beauties can pay for themselves in under 6 months. Some even have a money-back guarantee, so you can try it for free. There's plenty of information on the Internet comparing the various types. This page is particularly good - http://www.labyrinth.net.au/~obsidian/clothpads/Cups.html
Contributed by Sarah, Griffith, 4th July 2007
About 700 million tampons and 1 billion pads are disposed of every year in Australia and New Zealand alone. Imagine that pile! And if you spend $10 a month on disposable products for ten years, you are paying $1200 for the privilege. What's the alternative? A menstrual cup is an inverted bell-shaped flexible item that you insert into the vagina to collect menstrual fluids. Once in place the idea is that it forms a seal and prevents blood flowing out of the vagina by holding it in place in its "cup" shaped reservoir. Unlike a tampon which absorbs the blood along with the vagina's natural secretions, a menstrual cup simply holds the fluids until you remove it. A cup that holds 25-30ml is for most women going to be able to cope with a full day or overnight without emptying, and at most perhaps you would need to empty it a few times a day for a very heavy flow. A menstrual cup will last (with proper care) for around 10 years. They are made from medical-grade silicon or latex rubber, in a variety of sizes and designs, for around $50. So, these little beauties can pay for themselves in under 6 months. Some even have a money-back guarantee, so you can try it for free. There's plenty of information on the Internet comparing the various types. This page is particularly good - http://www.labyrinth.net.au/~obsidian/clothpads/Cups.html
Contributed by Sarah, Griffith, 4th July 2007
Simple Solution to Period Pain
Approximate $ Savings: $20-$60 Per year
I had tried everything to get rid of period pain from hot showers, heat packs to cutting out sweets but nothing worked. Panadol had stopped working so I was buying Nurofen Plus. Then a friend told me to cut out salt for a day or two before my due date. It worked a treat! I had thought that salt was good for cramps! Ever since I first got my period, I was always in agony for the first 2 days of my cycle to the point where I scrunched up into a tight ball on my bed waiting for the Nurofen Plus to kick in. Now I have no pain at all. I've saved on my hot water bill and I don't have to buy Nurofen Plus every month saving me about $60 per year. I am also quick to tell people who complain about the problem and they too didn't realise it was just as simple as cutting out salty foods such as chips, ham and salts added when cooking.
Contributed by Tamara, Kirwan, 23rd April 2007
I had tried everything to get rid of period pain from hot showers, heat packs to cutting out sweets but nothing worked. Panadol had stopped working so I was buying Nurofen Plus. Then a friend told me to cut out salt for a day or two before my due date. It worked a treat! I had thought that salt was good for cramps! Ever since I first got my period, I was always in agony for the first 2 days of my cycle to the point where I scrunched up into a tight ball on my bed waiting for the Nurofen Plus to kick in. Now I have no pain at all. I've saved on my hot water bill and I don't have to buy Nurofen Plus every month saving me about $60 per year. I am also quick to tell people who complain about the problem and they too didn't realise it was just as simple as cutting out salty foods such as chips, ham and salts added when cooking.
Contributed by Tamara, Kirwan, 23rd April 2007
Cloth Menstrual Pads
I've saved myself at least $10 each month by splashing out aText Colournd buying modern cloth menstrual pads instead of the disposable supermarket kind. Since buying modern cloth nappies for my baby and seeing how well they work (I estimate I've saved about $1500 over a 2 year period with them), I decided to try the pads out for myself. They are great - I purchased them off a work-at-home-mum online (www.bestforbaby.com.au) and paid about $50.00 for 6 pads. I'll have reaped the initial outlay in around 5-6 months and then it's free sailing.
Contributed by Leonie, West End, July 18th 2006
Contributed by Leonie, West End, July 18th 2006
Save on That Time of the Month Products
I have been using a menstrual cup for 2 and 1/2 years now. I've used about 4 tampons and no pads at all in that time. If you calculate how much it costs per month, and then add that up to a year, you save a lot of money. There are several menstrual cups on the market: Luna Cup, Diva Cup, Moon Cup, The Keeper Cup. I purchased my Diva Cup from the US and it was here in a couple of weeks. Here is a good website to check out about it: http://www.divacup.com/
Contributed by Sharon, Taylors Beach, July 27th 2006
Contributed by Sharon, Taylors Beach, July 27th 2006