Emergency Home Preparation

Homemade Sanitary Pads
http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/sanitarypads.htm

Here is a reusable product or better still make your own.

Homemade Sanitary Pads

Just a thought ... salt water gets most blood stains out of cloth, especially if you soak it before it dries. So you might try soaking the used pads in salt water when you are changing, and then rinse thoroughly before washing.

Interweave

7 Things You Need to Know about Handmade Reusable Tampons
https://www.interweave.com/article/knitting/7-things-handmade-reusable-tampons/

In my quest to find alternatives to costly and wasteful (but necessary) feminine products, I came across crocheted and knitted reusable tampons.

Many of you are probably clicking away right now because that sounds utterly disgusting.

Whether or not reusable tampons are up your alley, stick with me, because these little cotton creations are more than they seem. ---CONTINUED---

femally

The Ultimate Guide to Sea Sponge Tampons (Plus How to Make Your Own!)
https://www.femallay.com/blogs/the-beauty-of-sea-sponges/how-to-make-use-sea-sponge-tampons

Ladies, let me say from the start that sea sponges can be amazing, but they can also be dangerous! For your health and safety, do not buy sponges - from anywhere - and insert them into your vagina. At least, not without reading the entirety of this post first. Okay? You promise? Good! ---CONTINUED---

Includes:

Question 1: What are sea sponges, and how are they being used as tampons?
Question 2: I purchased Sea Clouds™ sea sponge tampons and loved them! I'll never use anything else. Can you tell me how I can get a hold of more?
Question 3: How can I make my own sea sponge tampons to save money?
Question 4: Is it true that sea sponges can be used as a barrier contraceptive aid?
Question 5: Can sea sponge tampons be used in public, while swimming, or while doing sports?