Menstrual Sponges and Cups alternatives to tampons. http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/feed en-us Copyright 2010, (http://www.moontimes.co.uk) Diva Cup http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/29 Diva Cup

£25.00

The DivaCup® is a modern, leading-edge menstrual cup. Clean, easy-to-use and completely reliable. No leaks. Reusable made from soft silicone rubber: truly environmentally responsible. Used by women worldwide! It is worn internally like a tampon but collects menstrual fluid rather than absorbing. Unlike tampons they are not a disposable product, so you only need to buy one! The DivaCup holds market approval by the U.S. FDA and is the only menstrual cup that holds market approval by Health Canada. Be sure to choose the correct size. Diva Cup Sizes: Model 1: for women who are under 30 years old who have never had childbirth or caesarean section. Model 2: for women who are 30 years old and over and/or for all women who have had vaginal childbirth or caesarean section. Please ensure that you select the correct size. For hygiene reasons we cannot exchange these products. Please note that women over the age of 30 years old are increasingly likely to need the larger size regardless of giving birth. This is because the tone of vaginal and pelvic floor muscles naturally reduces with age but to varying degrees in different women. Some activities will maintain tone, such as yoga, pilates, dance, so if you are advanced in any these, or similar activities take this into consideration when choosing which size you need. Corrective surgery to the vagina will also have implications. Menstrual cups contains no bleaches, deodorisers or absorbency gels. It does not interfere with your healthy vaginal environment, nor has it been associated with toxic shock syndrome. Easy-to-use instructions enclosed Storage Bag included! Latex-free, plastic-free, hypoallergenic No dyes, colours or additives Comfortable, reliable Clean, convenient, easy-to-use - Women worldwide have discovered the freedom and assurance of The DivaCup… The most modern, revolutionary feminine hygiene option available! - The most environmentally responsible choice…because it’s reusable. Reduce feminine hygiene waste in landfills – help stop this growing problem! - Cleaner and more sanitary than tampons or pads. Latex-free. Made from hypo-allergenic, top quality, healthcare grade silicone. - Comfortable and easy-to-use! No mess! No leaks! Very reliable! No hassles with products in endless styles, shapes and absorbencies! iso-dc The DivaCup® is latex free and is made from top quality silicone, a material that has been used in healthcare applications for over 50 years. This silicone is not the same type of material used in breast implants. No chlorine, dyes, colorings or additives of any kind are used. The DivaCup® holds market approval by the U.S. FDA and is the only menstrual cup that holds market approval by Health Canada; consequently, it is the only menstrual cup that can be sold in Canada. The DivaCup® is the only menstrual cup that holds international ISO 13485:2003 manufacturing certification. (The rigorous ISO 13485:2003 international standard provides a tried and tested framework and a systematic approach to consistently produce product that satisfies customers' expectations, www.iso.org).

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Moon Sponge http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/34 Moon Sponge

from £8.00

Moon Sponge Tampons £8 (includes 2 sponges, bag and instructions) Moon Sponges are completely natural sea sponge tampons containing no synthetic fibres. The environmentally friendly and comfortable alternative to ‘disposable’ tampons! Women have used sponges as tampons for thousands of years! Sustainably harvested and reusable for up to 12 months, sponge tampons are economical, easy to use, and earth friendly. For your health and comfort, for the planet, for a change! Buy with Tea Tree Oil £11....Looking for the best way to disinfect your sponge tampons? Let us recommend using Tea Tree Oil. It is a gentle, safe, and natural antiseptic.Tea Tree Oil is an effective germicide and has been proven to inhibit up to 60 strains of bacteria, including s. aureus. It will also eliminate any odour on your sponge. Is it environmentally friendly to use sponge? Moon Sponges have been picked individually from the Mediterranean Ocean so that the ocean beds continue to restock themselves. The divers who collect the sponges are careful to ensure that the roots of the sponge remain intact so as the sponge can regenerate. They have been farming sponges for generations and if they over pick them they will lose their livelihood. Traditional tampons are easy and convenient. Traditional tampons take about 6 months to biodegrade and love to block up our plumbing! Health wise, the bleaches used in tampons have links with cervical cancer and they are responsible for Toxic Shock Syndrome. It’s not sterile! Neither is a traditional tampon, or your hands, or your vagina! By selling disposable tampons in a plastic wrapper it lets us believe its sterile- but its not! How do you reuse it? Either pull out your Moon Sponge & rinse it under the tap/ or take a water bottle in to the toilet with you to rise it. Or put the full sponge into the specially provided bag to wash later & insert a clean one. How long do they last? With care a Moon Sponge can last a year. Using 4 or 5 tampons a day over 4 days on average equals a pack of 20 costing around £2. A pair of Moon Sponges costs £8, so they could pay back their cost in 4 months, Eventually your Moon Sponge will become less absorbent, that is when it is time replace it. Do they come in different sizes? One size fits all, and you can trim them back if you need to, they should not be uncomfortable when they are in. What about if I have heavy periods? You can use 2 Moon Sponges at once, -one higher and one lower. How long can I keep a Moon Sponge in for? Wear for no longer than 6 hours – don’t use over night- for night time use Moon Times Washable pads. It is best better to change your Moon Sponge every 3-4hrs. Are there any health risks with a Moon Sponge? According to www.tamponalert.org.uk the charity that exposes the dangers of Toxic Shock Syndrome and they said "We have no evidence of sponges causing TSS. All known cases of menstrual TSS have been in association with tampons containing man-made fibre, and in recent years this means RAYON." Rinsing and Storage: Never use harsh soap on your Moon Sponge. It leaves a film that upsets the natural PH balance of your vagina. Between cycles, there are several ways to disinfect Moon Sponges. You may soak them in any of these mixtures. 1.A solution of 1 or 2 drops of tea tree oil and 1 cup warm water (tea tree oil has been shown to inhibit 60 strains of bacteria, including s. aureus) 2. A solution of 1 tbsp. cider vinegar in 1 cup of water 3. A solution of 1 tbsp. baking soda in 1 cup of warm water. 4. Air drying between cycles (preferably in natural sunlight) is sufficient. Each individual sponge may last up to 12 months if looked after carefully.

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Moon Sponge & Panty Liners Safety Kit http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/85 Moon Sponge & Panty Liners Safety Kit

£20.00

Moon Times cloth panty liners paired with our popular Moon Sponge sea sponge tampons are an essential combination to provide additional security on your heaviest days. Our kit includes two sea sponge tampons with a carry bag and instructions, a calico/demin wash bag for carrying extra sponges and pads, and two patterned panty liners. (patterned fabric may vary from picture) Please note, we are gradually switching our Moon Sponges to the brown unbleached ones as in photo.

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Moon Sponge (small size) http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/144 Moon Sponge (small size)

£8.00

Moon Sponge Tampons £8 (includes 4 small sponges, bag and instructions) Moon Sponges are completely natural sea sponge tampons containing no synthetic fibres. The environmentally friendly and comfortable alternative to ‘disposable’ tampons! Women have used sponges as tampons for thousands of years! Sustainably harvested and reusable for up to 12 months, sponge tampons are economical, easy to use, and earth friendly. For your health and comfort, for the planet, for a change! Please note, we are gradually switching our Moon Sponges to the brown unbleached ones as in photo.

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Moon Sponge Deluxe Kit http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/84 Moon Sponge Deluxe Kit

£14.00

Moon Sponge sea sponge tampons are completely natural sea sponge tampons containing no Dioxin or synthetic fibres. The environmentally friendly and comfortable alternative to ‘disposable’ tampons! Women have used sponges as tampons for thousands of years! Sustainably harvested and reusable for up to 12 months, sponge tampons are economical, easy to use, and earth friendly. For your health and comfort, for the planet, for a change! Contains: 2 sea sponge tampons with a storage bag and instructions, Moon Phase calendar, and a 10ml bottle of antiseptic, Organic Tea Tree Oil for disinfecting your sponges. Please note, we are gradually switching our Moon Sponges to the brown unbleached ones as in photo.

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Moon Sponge Tampons for Prolapse http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/92 Moon Sponge Tampons for Prolapse

£8.00

Moon Sponge Tampons for Prolapse (includes 2 sponges, bag and instructions) Moon Sponges are completely natural sea sponge tampons containing no Dioxin or synthetic fibres. These prolapse sponges are specifically larger sized than our Moon Sponge Tampons providing you the reassurance you need. FFI about dealing with prolapses see http://www.wholewoman.com Sustainably harvested and reusable for up to 12 months, sponges are economical, easy to use, and earth friendly. For your health and comfort, for the planet, for a change! Please note, we are gradually switching our Moon Sponges to the brown unbleached ones as in photo.

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Mooncup http://www.moontimes.co.uk/shop/33 Mooncup

£19.99

The Moon Cup is a reusable menstrual cup made from soft silicone rubber. It is worn internally like a tampon but collects menstrual fluid rather than absorbing. Unlike tampons they are not a disposable product, so you only need to buy one! Be sure to choose the correct size. The Mooncup will hold 30ml of fluid, which is roughly one third of the average total produced each period. A light seal is formed with your vaginal walls allowing your menstrual fluid to pass into the Mooncup without leakage or odour. You will probably find that you need to empty your Mooncup less frequently than you currently replace towels or tampons. Moon Cup Sizes: Size A is recommended for women who have given birth vaginally or who have had a caesarean section and are aged 30 or above. Size B is recommended for women who have not given birth or who have had a caesarean section and are aged below 30. Please ensure that you select the correct size. For hygiene reasons we cannot exchange these products. Please note that women over the age of 30 years old are increasingly likely to need the larger size regardless of giving birth. This is because the tone of vaginal and pelvic floor muscles naturally reduces with age but to varying degrees in different women. Some activities will maintain tone, such as yoga, pilates, dance, so if you are advanced in any these, or similar activities take this into consideration when choosing which size you need. Corrective surgery to the vagina will also have implications. Menstrual cups contains no bleaches, deodorisers or absorbency gels. It does not interfere with your healthy vaginal environment, nor has it been associated with toxic shock syndrome. Easy-to-use instructions enclosed Storage Bag included! Latex-free, plastic-free, hypoallergenic No dyes, colours or additives Comfortable, reliable Clean, convenient, easy-to-use

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