Im being silly about buying period pants

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I think I want to buy new period pants, I bought 4 Modibodi pairs but then I shrunk them/got fatter and then I bought some from m&s that were so uncomfortable I threw them in the bin. I looked at buying more Modibodi ones but theyre at least 15 pounds each so two pairs a day (which i think is what I'd wear?) for my 4 day period is going to cost £120. £120 to spend just on pants seems nuts. I dont want to have to remember to wash them during my period, I know what I'm like I wont remember.

I totally disagree! I love my wuka and hate my modibodi ones. My modibodi ones also didn't last, the lining came out after about 6 months.

A coil is not guaranteed to stop periods. Infact some find it's constant, heavy bleeding.

Also, many of us are done pumping our bodies with artificial hormones unless left with no choice.

I marginally prefer Wuka.

My understanding is that Modibodi use wool, which I can see would appeal to many for its sort of traditional, safe qualities.

However, to me they seem to bulk up slightly after the first wash, meaning they feel a little (still not nearly as bad) bulky like a pad. The Wuka seem much more streamlined, but I can see how you might prefer either one to the other as they are a little different in character. A bit like honey vs marmalade.

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The poster did say “it’s not for everyone”. I have a mirena coil and I am not “pumping my body full of hormones”, the hormones are contained locally where the IUD is. I can’t use any other hormonal contraception, but I’m fine with this.

Mirena coils rarely mean lots of bleeding (that’s the copper one). I got mine due to perimenopausal flooding and very heavy periods. I object to the inference that I am doing damage to my body. I’m also in HRT and the coil means I only need oestrogen.

I rinse them out in cold or tepid water straight after use, then hang to dry until they go in the machine - which usually isn't long as we don't do all our laundry on one day. There is no need for them to sit round wet or soaking.

Was trying to quote a poster and forgot to quote so edited!

You can get disposable period pants in the co-op.

About 12 pounds for a pack of 8. They are great!

Modibodi often have codes and discounts sales, I probably have over 30 pairs now and don’t pay full price, I love the boxer style ones.

Period pants have been a game-changer for me (heavy periods, PMDD, perimenopausal).

Modibodi and Wuka are by far my favourites. I’ve tried M &S and the fit and security against leaks was just nowhere near as good.

I realised I’ve had my Wuka’s and Modibodi’s for over 3 years and they are still going strong. They have been worth every penny and more than paid for themselves (I often had to double up with tampons and pads). They have never leaked and never smell (I rinse them thoroughly in cold water straight after wear and then store them in a wet bag until I bung them in with the next wash).

My favourite styles in each brand are the stretch ones from Wuka (unbelievably comfortable and so good for any bloating/weight fluctuations) and the sensual high waisted style from Modibodi are both comfy and somehow look and feel really nice to wear! Nicer than most of my “normal” pants actually😂

DD(14) has pretty much only ever had period pants for sanitary protection. It seemed by far the easiest option when she started when she was 10. She also uses period swimwear.

The pants work by having a one-way waterproof layer in the gusset, which only lets fluid through one way. It’s a similar principle to breathable waterproof jackets.

Period pants seem to be a total gamechanger. DD has not missed a beat in her sports - cricket and kickboxing - and just takes everything in her stride. She wears 2-3 pairs a day, puts them in a dry bag to store used pants. To wash them, she just unclips the dry bag, and bungs it in the washing machine. Her first set of Modi Bodis lasted 3 years.

My cheap as chips eBay ones are still going strong a year later, are very comfortable too. I don't much rate the Primark ones, they're fine but feel bulkier-I bought those on a whim as there's no Primark near me and I wanted to buy something once I found myself in one!

You can object to the inference all you like. Artificial hormones are terrible for you. Have you not read about the dangers of HRT?

Primark are 3 for £10. Work perfectly

I disagree that artificial hormones are terrible for you.

I went on the mini pill at 40 and I wish I had done it earlier.

Before, I was having 7 day long heavy periods. I was in pain for three weeks of the month. They couldnt find anything wrong.

I started taking the mini pill and now I am never in pain, and my periods last three days. Sometimes artificial hormones really do work.

Er no. HRT isn’t dangerous. For one it protects against osteoporosis. HRT has some risks for certain people, like all medication (I take a lot of other medications!). But it isn’t inherently dangerous. Love to read the peer reviewed, up to date studies that have led you to believe that though

I first read about period pants on here. Like PPs, I'd been doubtful that they'd work, but I'm a total convert. On heavy days, I prefer to change them a couple of times during the day, but I'm very fortunate to be able to wfh, so I generally manage to just stay in on those days.

Even if you don't trust them when you're out for a full day, I think they're worth having just for nights. I used to sleep on towels to protect my sheets and had basically trained myself to sleep on my back and not move much during my periods, all to avoid leaks. Now I barely think about it. They work much better than pads for sleeping in.

They don't irritate my skin as much as pads did, either. For years, I had no problem with pads, but more recently that was becoming an issue. Period pants seem to be much gentler for sensitive skin.

Artificial hormones are often the only “treatment” for women’s health issues. I have endometriosis and there’s literally nothing that can be done for it except taking birth control, even if you have a hysterectomy the endometriosis can keep growing back on your other organs.

I didn’t have much choice but to get a mirena and it’s given me my life back, I’d 110% recommend it to anyone struggling with heavy periods.

There's no mess.

I use a mooncup, I remove over, and empty into, the loo. Wipe with toilet paper. Rinse, reinsert.

Daughter uses the pants. Changes them when using loo, pops them in lidded bucket in bathroom. I empty said bucket into the machine every couple of days, run on a rinse cycle, add rest of washing and run as usual.

It's almost ridiculously easy!

Totally agree with this. Menstrual cups are brilliant. So satisfying emptying the contents straight into the toilet, rinse or wipe clean the cup, and on you go.

My doctor just tried to move me to the mini pill. She said I’d get no periods… so I guess I’m going to tell her no after that.

I have 6 pairs from M&S and I’m very happy with them. I bought them as 2x 3 packs.

As pp have said they have different styles and cuts and also price ranges. It might be worth trying another pair. The modibodi are over priced.

I got no periods on the mini pill. It was fabulous.

I’m currently on microgynon 30 which my last nurse said I could just take back to back. Really I only use contraction to not have periods as dh has the snip. So I’d hate to change it to then have to deal with them again.

On the other hand, it also means you are young!