How does period underwear work?
Period underwear is worn while a person is having a menstrual period. Instead of using menstrual pads or tampons, menstrual undies allows a person to freely bleed into a special fabric built with extra layers that can effectively absorb the menstrual flow.
First-time users would sometimes transition into this underwear on the days when their flow is lighter just so they can get used to the idea of not using traditional menstrual products. From there, they slowly ease into its full use even on their heavy days.
TIP: Read our blog about the best period products for tweens here.
What are the benefits of using period underwear?
There may be a bit of an adjustment period when transitioning to period underwear, but it’s all worth it.
Using traditional menstrual products always comes with some form of inconvenience, like tampons, menstrual cups and menstrual pads, especially for pre-teens.
Wearing period underwear also helps most pre-teens become more prepared with the initial flow as they can wear them before they get their period for example at school.
Wearing period underwear is both practical and waste-free. Not only will it eliminate the need to keep buying menstrual products every month, but also stop contributing to the accumulation of ecological waste every month so it’s much better for the environment.
What are the best period undies brands?
If those benefits of wearing period underwear aren’t enough, here’s one more – there are so many brands and styles to choose from!
Best Period Underwear Brands in Australia
Here are the best period undies for tweens that are available in Australia:
MyNickerBot
Guided by their “No Freak Technology”, MyNickerBot effectively keeps your child from freaking out whenever that time of the month comes. And because of the light, absorbent material, these period undies for tweens are perfect even on hot and active days! Made of organic material, you can get a starter bundle for tweens and teens to help you transition smoothly into these period underwear. With so many designs to choose from, they’re the perfect fit for any taste
Love Luna
Love Luna is another great option when it comes to period underwear. Although they offer limited design options, they’re a great choice for those who want to transition to period underwear but are not really picky with colours or patterns. Love Luna can be bought through Catch.com.au and comes in different fits – hi-waist, full briefs, midi briefs and bikini briefs.
Modibodi
Modibodi has a wide range of designs to choose from and comes in hipster boy shorts and hipster bikinis. They also offer swimwear that use the same leak-proof technology as their period undies. They also offer period bundles for those who want an entire set to work with as they make the move towards sustainable underwear.
Best Period Underwear Brands Worldwide
You can also try out these popular global brands that ship worldwide.
Thinx (BTWN)
With their fun, trendy designs, Thinx period underwear is one of the most popular period underwear brands in the world. They have an entire line of products meant for teens and tweens called BTWN. Each period underwear can also absorb up to 5 regular tampons’ worth of flow.
Demifill
Although Demifill is considered period underwear, it is still advisable for users to continue using their usual menstrual products with it. This makes it perfect for tweens and teens who don’t really want to get rid of their pads or tampons just yet, but would like to prevent small leaks that regular underwear won’t be able to stop.
4period
4period is a great option for those who want a more minimalist look, with their plain, solid colours. The lining is also solid black, which means that you won’t be worrying about visible stains when you wash them.
Period underwear are truly revolutionary. It’s a practical choice, knowing that you can wash and reuse them as often as you want instead of buying and disposing a number of tampons and pads on a daily basis.
Books about periods
There are a lot of parenting books that help you start positive conversations with your tween daughter about her first period. Below are a few books I recommend. Click on either one of the photos to read my book review.
Piper gets her period
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Puberty, periods, and all that stuff
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Helloflo; The Guide. Period.
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