STPM Review on Mamapatch Cloth Pad

Hi folks!

Haha..wat does STPM means here? Nope, not the Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (the equivalent of Cambridge A-Levels Exam Certification in Malaysia).

It simply means:

S- Second

T- Time

P- Parenthood

M- Molly/Mommy

So in future, I shall use "STPM" as the short form.

So today, it will be STPM Review on Mamapatch Cloth Pad entry ;)

I have been using Mamapatch Cloth Pad (menstrual pad) for 3 cycle now. And I must say it makes a difference on the flow. I usually have very heavy flow from 1^st nite till the 3^rd day. And normally I get really tired and at times painful cramp on my 2^nd day. But after switching to cloth pad, my flow reduced (not that heavy) and I hardly notice that I am having my period.

I used to spend up to 16 pads (disposable heavy flow wing type) per cycle. And now after mix using cloth pad (during day time I am still mix-using disposable at work), I only use up to 3-4 pads per cycle.

I must say it really does well on my well-being and my pockets ($$).

Now, I must say speaking to particularly on Mamapatch Cloth Pad, I must say I love using their new "Premium fleece" Cloth pad. During their last anniversary sales, I managed to order one Premium fleece regular 9" as well as stock up on their Regular Pads and Night 13″Maxi to try out.

Here's what I found (which I hope would be useful for those of you who are new to cloth pad like me and like to decide on which type to invest ;)…this is purely on my own personal review on Mamapatch, I have not venture out to other brands to try out..Maybe other more experienced cloth pad user can share more with me regarding this product :D ):

Premium fleece

(Picture taken from Mamapatch.com)

I love the fact that this type of pad:

1.       Absorbs really well

2.       Light-weight compared to the regular type

3.       Faster to dry & easier to wash the stain away

4.       Feel more comfy to wear compared to the regular type

5.       More Pricey

Verdict: Planning to get the maxi type for this Fleece pad.

Regular Pads

 
(Picture taken from Mamapatch.com)

1.       Price more affordable

2.       Good to use on not-so-heavy flows day

Verdict: I own two of this type which should be good enough for one cycle when mix and match with fleece type which is easier wash and faster to dry.

Night 13″Maxi

 
(Picture taken from Mamapatch.com)

1.       Good to wear during heavy flow nite time

2.       Not so suitable to wear on type-fitting wear during daytime as it seems bulky

Verdict: I own one of this, might get another one for night wear or the fleece type.

Overall, I feel I need to get just 1-2 fleece (maxi) and one wetbag to go fully-clothpad. Now that I feel comfortable of wearing it day and nite( Experimented during the weekend  when I was not working). Another thing to note is I would prefer to get those not so dark in colours(es. not red) so that I know I have fully wash the stain away :P As the red one I got makes me wondering if I have thoroughly clean the pad :P hehe..another tips for u all :) cloth pad newbies like me! 

So when is the next sales on cloth pad..haha..if you guys know any good deals, do share with me!

And don't hesitate to try the cloth pad, u'll be amazed!

Plus, I feel going green can start simply from less usage of one plastic bag, one disposable and one disposable container. It can start from a single step and single less use of that harmful material. Start from a single step. We can do our bit for the earth and to our health. So no harm trying out the product :)

Cheers to a healthier living and healthier planet!