Little Red Riding Hood and Organic Tampons

September 11, 2009 By 8 Comments



E-MEALZ EASY AND DELICIOUS DINNER RECIPESorganic tampons seventh generationOk, this subject is usually taboo but I’m going to go out on a limb and discuss the subject of “Tampons”.  I am not a fickle person; I stick to regularity and consistency as much as possible. I don’t stray far from my regular food choices, hair styles, clothing, and yes, “Tampons”.  I am a fan of Always- plastic applicator, regular flow, scent free, tampons.  I decided to help my sister out and review organic cotton, chlorine free tampon, from Seventh Generation.  I forced myself to do this by not purchasing any tampons; when little red riding hood arrived I had no choice but to use Seventh Generation’s product.  I was pleasantly surprised how much I liked the product.  I liked the fact that even though it was not a plastic applicator it still had the rounded tip.  The tampon was comfortable and easy to use; I also liked the fact that it was organic, chlorine free, and that 10% of profits are sent to organizations working for a positive change.  I am a creature of habit that is slowly changing to a shade of green.

Editors Note:  This is a post written by Green and Clean Mom’s sister, Haley Rummer. Find out more about the contributing authors here.


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  • http://azdogsofourlives.wordpress.com AZ Dog Mom

    Way to take that next baby step to green!! Its hard enough to make changes, but to do so for something that’s already not the most comfortable thing to deal with in the first place, well, that’s big. Maybe in a year you’ll have stepped so far out of the tampon box that you’ll be joining us crazy gals using our Keeper/Diva Cups and reusable cloth pads. ;D
    .-= AZ Dog Mom´s last blog ..Nicolas is Becoming a Dog! =-.

  • http://www.mommygoesgreen.com Tiffany@Mommy Goes Green

    I started using Seventh Generation Tampons about two years ago and haven’t turned back. They work great and I feel good knowing that they are chlorine free.
    .-= Tiffany@Mommy Goes Green´s last blog ..what are the green things you do? =-.

  • http://ecolabelfundraising.com Green Fundraising

    Yes, I have to admit I’d be a bit hesitant, but why not give them a try. I don’t discuss things like that on the internet with practical strangers but just maybe…I’m just sayin’. :-)

  • http://www.clementinenw.com/blog Brenna

    Yay, congrats on the baby green steps! I am a big fan of the Seventh Generation products. I have yet to go even crunchier in this regard, but maybe, just maybe..
    .-= Brenna´s last blog ..Monday Madness: 50% off Organic Hooded Towel and Washcloth Set =-.

  • Molly

    My life is so much better since I started using my diva cup. Tampons always left me feeling rubbed raw, and I never have that problem with my diva cup. It’s good to know that there is a good option if I ever leave my diva cup behind while traveling though!

  • Rachel

    I have to agree with AZD dog Mom and Molly that menstrual cups are the way forward. I have been using mine for 5 years and I love it. Whether it be a Keeper, a Diva Cup or a Mooncup the cost is a one-off expense and you are buying something which produces NO WASTE and doesn’t interfere with your body at all.

    Very best of all there is NO STRING!!!!!! My vagina is happier with the Mooncup and my labia are happier without a string.

    I have several friends who have converted to a cup after year of using tampons and are very happy that they did. Give one a try – you have nothing to lose!

  • http://milkandhoneymommy.com/ Milk & Honey Mommy

    Good One Sommer,

    That’s definitely how you convert a family member (inside and out). Since my days of “visits from the hood” aren’t slowing anytime soon, I’m going to look for this item the next time I purchase product. I’m still not ready to go the cup route and these will be a nice move to maybe eventually giving the cup a try.
    .-= Milk & Honey Mommy´s last blog ..Welcome to Milk & Honey Mommy =-.

  • Elena

    I started using organic tampons 6 months ago and I love the experience. It feels very comfortable – I am not sure if this is due to the fact that they are 100% cotton or the fact that the brand I am using is shaped in such a way that it expands lenthwise when moist not in the width. I acquired my first pack from wellbasics online store since not many stores in Canada carry them out in the open yet. And the concept of the organic materials used contributes to the satisfaction in the light of health benefits. Luv it!