New to pads? Follow our easy 4-step guide to putting on your first pad with confidence and comfort.
Just getting started with pads and want to make sure they stay put and feel comfy? You’re in the right place! It’s super easy—just follow these 4 steps:
Even if you already know the basics, we’ve got some extra tips to help make things even smoother. Say goodbye to leaks and chaffing!
Choosing the right pad can make a big difference in how you feel during your period. Pads come in different shapes, sizes, and thicknesses, so it’s all about finding what works best for you!
It’s totally okay to test out different types of pads and other period products until you find your favourite.
Once you’ve picked the right one, it should be easy to stick it to your underwear and feel comfy for up to 4-6 hours.
Using the tab on the outer wrapper, gently open and fold the pad out flat.
Peel the pad away from the wrapper and backing strip, the back of the pad should now feel sticky.
It helps to line up the centre of the pad with the little pocket (gusset) in your underwear. For long or night pads, the wider section can be placed at the back of your underwear for extra leakage protection.
Remove the centre tab and then fold the wings around and underneath your underwear, this will hold the pad firmly in place and keep it extra secure.
If you're using pads for the first time, we know it might feel a bit weird at first, but you’ll get the hang of it quickly.
Once your pad is stuck on properly, you’ll feel safe and protected, whether it’s daytime or bedtime.
Still finding pads a bit tricky or uncomfortable? That’s totally normal, especially if it’s your first period. Here are some extra tips to help make things easier and more comfortable!
Whether you have a light or heavy flow, you can typically wear a pad for about 4-5 hours during the day and 8 hours or more at night. There are absorbent Lil-Lets Pads specially designed to absorb menstrual blood overnight.
To prevent odours and protect against leakage, change your pad several times throughout the day. And when sleeping, you may want to use a night time pad. They are longer so even if you move around in your sleep, your pad won't!
You can dispose of period pads by wrapping them in tissue paper or the new pad’s wrapper and throwing them in the bin. Never flush a pad as it can have serious effects on the environment. First of all, you run the risk of clogging your toilet — yikes! Secondly, flushed pads often end up in our oceans if you don’t dispose of them correctly.
Yep—they do! Pads usually have an expiry date printed on the packaging. If you keep them in a cool, dry place, they can last around 4 to 5 years.
Using old pads isn’t the best idea. The sticky part on the back might not work properly anymore, which means the pad could move around in your underwear—and that’s not fun!
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Pads are made from a soft layer of material that sits next to your skin and helps draw fluid away from the body and into an absorbent core. This absorbent core locks in any fluid so you can feel comfortable and protected. There will be an adhesive strip that should be placed on the inside of your underwear to help the pad stay in place and most pads come with a set of wings for extra security, these are wrapped around the side of your underwear.
People typically use 4-5 pads in a day. It depends on their flow and the absorbency level of the pads being used. Nevertheless, you might use more pads if you’re going to be doing heavy exercise and sweating more.
The number of hours that a pad can be worn depends on the flow of menstrual blood and the absorbency of the pad. Typically, a pad can be worn for 4-8 hours, but it may need to be changed more frequently if the flow is heavy. It’s important to change pads regularly.
Pads are generally very comfortable to wear, but if you have sensitive skin and notice a rash or chaffing, it may be the cover of your pad does not suit your skin and you may want to change to a pad with a soft cover. Remember too, that changing your pad every 4-5 hours will prevent odour and chaffing.
There are two different types of pads used by most women: Ultra thin pads and Maxi pads.
Ultra-thin pads like our Super Soft and Freshlock ranges are very slim in design and contain micro gel beads that can hold more than a hundred times their original weight. This makes them ideal for when you are out and about or wearing close-fitting clothing.
Maxi pads contain mostly cellulose pulp and very small amounts of micro gel beads, so they will feel thicker and softer in use and our Maternity Maxi pads are ideal for someone who has recently given birth and needs a little bit of comfort during this time.
