limited edition reusable pads and liners
We're guessing that the arrival of your cycle or dealing with bladder incontinence can sometimes be a bit of a drag. No more once you get your hands on some gorgeous, comfy, planet-friendly Amie Reusable pads!
⭐⭐⭐ Lusciously Soft Undyed Bamboo Velour Topped Pad and Liners ⭐⭐⭐
These pads:
- handle gushes incredibly well
- are wonderfully soft against your skin
- feature a white waterproof soft shell backer
If you are new to reusables, we'd love to help you avoid spending forever researching and trying to wrap your head around what to get and, instead, get you started right away with some pads you'll love. Choose from a variety of our most popular lengths and absorbencies in this limited release.
🌱 Features:
- our signature shape features exceptional wing-coverage and a symmetrical flare
- our reusables are incredibly absorbent, rivaling many disposable pads, so you can feel confident wearing them
- absorbency in marked the corner of the Amie tag on the back of each pad, so you don't have to try to remember which is which
- each pad has a unique channel stitch down the centre to help direct flow to the centre of the pad
- each pad is backed with soft shell, which is both waterproof and breathable, preventing leaks and keeping you comfortable at the same time
🌱 And......
- we package your items with care using sustainable packaging
- we donate 10% of all our profits to International Justice Mission to aid in the fight to end slavery worldwide
🌱 FAQs about reusable pads
Are reusables a ton of work? Will I need to invest in an antique washtub and start making my own lye soap?!
No worries! Reusable pads are super easy to care for, taking just a few minutes each cycle. No washboard or homemade lye soap needed! Scroll down or click through the pics above to see our easy care routine. And, we include instructions with every purchase to make it super-simple for you!
Will they leak? I don't want to be embarrassed!
Not only are our pads very absorbent, they are also backed with a terrific technical fabric, soft shell, which is breathable and waterproof. As well, a special feature of our pads is the channel stitch (the fancy scallop down the centre) we add, which helps direct flow to the centre. So, wear with confidence!
How long will these pads last?
While the standard answer is that you should your pads to last about 5 years, we find this an extremely conservative estimate and expect you to get many more years out of them.
When will my order ship?
It will be on its way to you within 5 business days. Most of our packages ship via Canada Post's untracked lettermail. If you wish your parcel to be trackable, please add this option at checkout.
These aren't made in a sweat shop somewhere, right?
Absolutely right! Our pads are all sewn by women in their homes right here in Ontario, Canada. While our seamstresses are paid by the piece, we pay a rate equivalent to a living wage.
🌱 Specs
- snapped width on all pads and liners is 2.5"
- standard short liner is 8" long
- standard short light absorbency pad is 8" long
- standard moderate absorbency pad is 10" long
- long heavy absorbency pad is 12" long
- extra long heavy absorbency pad is 14" long
🌱 Fabric Used on Pads
- Topper Fabric: undyed bamboo velour
- Core: Heavy Pad - 1 layers of Super-Heavy Bamboo Organic Cotton Fleece, 1 layer of Zorb; Moderate Pad – 1 layer of Super-Heavy Bamboo Organic Cotton Fleece; Light Pad - I layer of Bamboo Organic Cotton Fleece
- Backer: Water-resistant 100% Polyester Soft Shell
- Snaps: High Quality KAM brand Polyresin
🌱 Fabric Used on Liners
- Topper Fabric: undyed bamboo velour
- Backer: two layers of 100% cotton flannel
- Snaps: High Quality KAM brand Polyresin
Wondering what to choose?
🌱 Liners Used For:
- Daily freshness
- Periods: the very tail end of a cycle; cup back-up
- Incontinence: teensy dribbles; otherwise not for incontinence
🌱 Light Absorbency Used For:
- Periods: light menstrual flow; cup backup
- Incontinence: small sneeze pees or minor leaks
🌱 Moderate Absorbency Used For:
- Periods: moderate menstrual flow
- Incontinence:sneeze pees; small splashes with exercise or exertion
🌱 Heavy Absorbency Used For:
- Periods: heavy menstrual flow; overnight protection
- Incontinence: frequent leakage; small, but continual dribbling; small to moderate gushes
For more information on all our pad options, please click here.
🌱 Washing Reusable Pads
We highly recommend you wash and dry all reusable pads and liners before first use.
- Store unrinsed pads in an open wetbag or pail until ready to wash.
- When ready to wash, soak pads overnight in COLD water with a bit of dissolved OxiClean™ and detergent.
- Rinse pads and treat any remaining stains. Repeat soak, if necessary.
- Wash and dry pads with regular laundry, WITHOUT fabric softener.
Questions?! Please contact us anytime using the contact form on the top or bottom of the page. We are always here to help!
