Ditch the Waste: How Your Period Care Can Help the Planet (and Still Work for a Heavy Flow)
Hey there💖
Here’s a little truth bomb: plastic can take anywhere from 20 to 500 years to decompose. 😳 Yikes.
Now, think about this...
If you’ve ever used a disposable pad or panty liner, you probably noticed the crinkly plastic wrapper. But did you know that up to 90% of a pad is made of plastic? Yep. And many tampons? They often come with polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) applicators—two more plastic culprits that are clogging up our landfills and waterways.
Let’s do some quick math:
🔢 Number of menstruators × number of days × number of years = billions of products headed straight to the trash.
And it doesn’t stop there:
🚫 Did You Know?
- Flushing pads and tampons cause sewer blockages and sends waste into our oceans.
- A single pack of pads can contain the same amount of plastic as four grocery bags.
- In North America alone, 20 billion pads, tampons, and applicators end up in landfills every year. 😩
Feeling a little overwhelmed? You’re not alone—but you can do something about it (and still have a clean, confident, leak-free period!).
💡 Here’s How to Start Going Reusable
🩸 1. Menstrual Cups
Want to take a break from tampons? A menstrual cup is your flow’s best friend—especially when you’ve got a heavy one. Pro tip: insert and remove it in the shower when you’re still getting the hang of things. And while you’re adjusting, pair it with a backup like our Femdacity Period Panty for worry-free protection.
🌿 2. Reusable Cloth Pads
If you’re not ready for a full switch, start small. Use a cloth pad as your everyday panty liner or try one on your lighter days. They’re soft, absorbent, and oh-so gentle on your body and the planet. Browse Our Reusable Pads ➝
👙 3. Leakproof Period Panties
Not ready to fully ditch disposables? No worries. Try a Femdacity Period Panty at home (overnight is a great start!). Once you feel comfy, wear them solo or pair with a cup on your heavier days for leakproof layering. Shop Our Panties ➝
You’re Not Just Switching Products—You’re Starting a Movement
Choosing reusables means: ✅ Less waste
✅ More comfort
✅ Big savings
✅ A more sustainable future (without sacrificing leak protection!)
Ready to try something better for your body and the Earth?
Let your period care bloom this season 🌸
With love and sustainability,
Tanya
Founder, Femdacity