In the West women have come to believe that bleached disposable pads and tampons are the only acceptable option, while most women in other parts of the world continue to use cloth pads - like our grandmothers did.

When using disposables (except Natracare) we put some nasty toxins next to our skin. Research has linked these chemicals to birth defects, reproductive disorders, depressed immunity, and cancer. For further information on the issues surrounding disposables click here

In this section BORN provides you with the alternatives, Reusable Sanitary Towels, the Mooncup and Natracare disposables.

Click an image below to browse a category.