Going on 2 1/2 years of cloth diapering my little one and I am finally making the steps to use cloth myself. If you think about it the two really have a lot in common and I can’t believe I didn’t make the switch sooner. Thanks to Sue from Pink Lemonade cloth pads shop I am able to take that leap and share my experiences so far.
Functional beauty, Exceptional quality really does say it all. Sue offers some of the most gorgeous custom made and one of a kind cloth pads I have ever seen and I have done research online since going to the reusable cloth pads side. Her vendor fabrics are fun and pretty and the hand dyed bamboo she offers are truly gorgeous creations.
I love the wide variety of options that are offered for your monthly needs. Original width and wide width as well as several length options. You can also choose regular shaped or thong cut so whatever undies you prefer you can green your period ;). Original width pads are a straighter style, whereas the wide width is a more hourglass shape. Sue recommends original width for teens and petite ladies and wide width for everyone else.
Sue generously sent me the following to start my stash:
- 6″ Mini Liner (original width) in Zebra print Minky
- 8″ Light Pad (wide width) in Purple Floral Minky
- 9″ Day pad (wide width) in Berries hand dyed Bamboo Velour
- 11″ Overnight pad (wide width) in Vivid Rainbow hand dyed Bamboo Velour
After receiving them I couldn’t wait for my cycle to start (I’ve never said that before lol!). I was kind of expecting to feel like I had a diaper on but I totally didn’t. I actually was very comfortable and there was no bulky feeling (which is the reason I have never been a disposable pad fan).
I love the all natural healthier option Sue’s cloth pads offer (verses disposable). There is a layer of wind pro fleece for breathable waterproof coverage and bamboo fleece for a natural absorbent core. The pads stay in place with easy to use high quality snap closures.
Some more fabulous news? Your pads come pre-washed and ready to use, you can literally use them the day they arrive! Your Pink Lemonade pads won’t shrink and are super easy to care for:
- Rinse in cold water after use.
- Toss in your laundry basket or wetbag until washing day.
- Wash and tumble dry in Warm or Cool temperature water and dry cycle (you can wash them with your cloth diapers or clothes!).
A few things you should avoid to prolongue the life of your cloth pads:
- Bleach
- Vinegar
- Dryer Sheets or Fabric Softener
- Ironing
- The ‘Sanitize Cycle’ on your washing machine, if it has one.
Sue’s prices are very affordable and her turnaround time is very quick too, fabulous customer service! One lucky reader is going to win their own little starter set of (4) 7.5″ Minky pantyliners in surprise prints!
Love the peace sign fabric on the postpartum pads.
i want the bamboo velour post partum .. with adry and ashton I had a period for like a whole month so I will totally be needing these.. not to mention I too made the switch whoot whoot.. Fatty here.
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So glad to hear you’re pampering yourself now too! 🙂 Mama cloth really does give you a whole new positive outlook on a natural biological process we tend to view as a “curse!” The first time I tried mama cloth was postpartum, and even with an extra long and absorbent postpartum pad, it was far less bulky and obvious than an ultra trim disposable pad! I remember as soon as I pulled my undies up that first time, my whole body breathed a big sigh of relief and just melted in comfort. And I’m not being overly dramatic! 😉 I have tried many different mama cloth brands, but Pink Lemonade are my favorite and make up the bulk of my stash. They are so gorgeous and impeccably made, and Sue is a gem!
So true! Sue IS the best isn’t she?! And you are right she makes gold!!
Love the Pink Owls Minky Mini Liner
i enjoyed your post title. period!
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He he he I was hoping someone would think I was as cute as I thought I was! Thanks 🙂
I like the raw silk panty liners and the Walk on the Wild Side starter set!
Oh wow, they’re all beautiful. I like them all. 🙂 I guess if I had to pick a favorite it would be the black/white damask 8 inch pad. Thanks for the giveaway.
Walk on wild side
I love the 8 Inch Swirl Dyed Bamboo Velour Light Pad with Fleece Back . So pretty!
My favorite is the carnival bloom print
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I love the Owl Rainbow Minky!!
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I love their overnight pads, bet they would work well postpartum too
I’ve used cloth pads for years and they are so much less hassle than I feared. I can’t believe it took me so long.
These sound really interesting. I’m especially interested in the pantyliners
I love the blue lagoon dyed look and a few others. I haven’t tried Pink Lemonade yet, but I’ve had my eye on her page for awhile now.
I use a diva cup, but since my last baby, I need a little more protection. These would be perfect.
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I like the 6 Inch Pink Floral Minky Mini Liner with Fleece Back - Original Style! Would be great with my lunette!
I like the cotton light pad with the hearts fabric.
I like the 10 inch velour heavy pad with fleece back.
I like the 7.5 inch blue peace sign liners
I would love the bamboo velour post partum pad for after baby comes
I like the 8 Inch Hand Dyed Bamboo Fleece Light Pad.
I like the 6 Inc Minky Mini Liner with Fleece Back - Original Width
I think my favorite would be the “Set of 2 - 6 Inch Minky Mini Liner with Fleece Back - Original Style”
I like the 11 Inch New Pink Owls Minky Cloth Pad with Fleece back ! So cute! 🙂
I would love the 10 Inch Huckleberry Minky Cloth Pad with Fleece back - Wide Width. I only have 2 pads that will work for me overnight on those first couple of days so another would be nice!
I like the 6 Inch Black and White Damask Minky Mini Liner with Fleece Back - Wide Style
I would love to try the Pink Lemonade Shop Pad of the Month 3 month Subscription.
I liked the Insta stash in rainbow.
I like the Insta-Stash. That would be great to get me started and then I could add a couple of the cute ones.
sue is awesome at what she does!!!!!
I JUST found out about mama cloth (and menstrual cups) and ordered some liners from Sue. Other than the liners I have already purchased, I would love the Rainbow Insta-stash. Such pretty and bright colors!
This is my fave - 1 Inch Giraffe Minky Cloth Pad with Fleece back
8 Inch Cotton Light Pad with Fleece Back - Wide Width is my favorite
I like the 11 Inch Hand Dyed Bamboo Velour Overnight Pad with Fleece Back - Wide Width
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Love the pantyliners, especially this one: http://www.etsy.com/listing/123242753/6-inch-new-turquoise-floral-minky-mini?ref=shop_home_feat
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I really like the giraffe minky pads.
I love the bamboo pads!
Insta-Stash - Set of 8 Cotton Velour Cloth Pads with Fleece Backs - Wide Style
I like the set-of-2-6-inch-minky-mini-liner
The swirl dyed bamboo velour <3
I love all her beautiful bamboo velour!!
13 Inch Bamboo Velour Post Partum Pad with Fleece Back - Wide Width — my favorite item 🙂
My favorite item would be the insta-stash. 🙂 I would let my daughter choose the fabrics so that she’d be more likely to try them out.
I like the Walk on the Wild side sample pack! the post Partum look awesome too
I like the Walk on the Wild Side Starter set. But all of the prints look great!
I thought vinegar was good to wash cloth, helps disinfect and helps color from fading?
I’ve heard the same thing actually, I thing wash routines are different for everyone honestly (just like cloth diapers). I shared what is suggested by the manufacturer however it also could depend on the water in your area. 🙂
Lol thanks Bri 🙂
Those are some nice looking cloth pads! Thanks for sharing about them.