By poorgirl - 17/05/2016 13:03 - United States

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Today, I was reminded what poverty is like when I had to choose between buying food and buying pads. Now, I have to take constant bathroom breaks and wipe off my pad. I don't get paid until after my period ends. FML
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Welshite 39

Invest in a menstrual cup. The cups are reusable and pay for themselves over just a few months.

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laurellkawes 31

You could always use toilet tissue as a pad or a cloth. Not the best option, but better than not eating

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mrosewrosem 12

I don't know if it's free in the USA but I use the pill which is free and have a type which stops my periods completely. Saves so much on pads and tampons!!

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RosesThorn17 7

Wiping off a pad and reusing it is really unhygenic. The blood that has already absorbed and dried into the pad can carry loads of bacterias which could lead to infection. I have to agree with the other commentors. You really need to invest in a menstrual cup, or at least fold up a wad of tissue and keep replacing the tissue. (since I'm assuming you get free tissue/tp at your workplace) And if your situation is really that dire, I suggest you sign up for a foodbank.

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sjjane 2

I know the feel right, FOL (**** our lives). Stick to wearing daggy undies and leggings/black pants and maybe try free bleeding at home? Just because keeping the same pad on (even though you're wiping it) can be harmful for you and could lead to infection. Just be safe and mindful :)

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squishie_batman 4

Take off the pad, that's an infection waiting to happen. Use toilet paper, clean socks, unused makeup sponges, 25¢ pads/tampons from a bathroom dispenser, ect.

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beetlebailey 16

get a diva cup or something similar. It has saved me about $400 in the last year.

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catherinecas 30

Is there a local health union you can go to? They'll usually hook you up with some pads or point you in the direction of someone who can. And you live by a college go to the health Union and ask for pads and they'll give you some no question. Also: local churches can usually help you out even if you aren't a member of the congregation. And the Catholic Daughters will definitely help you out if there's a chapter nearby.

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bunnylady08 13

what's more, feminine products are considered a luxury item in the usa and are taxed as one... sorry op

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CrusherKitty 17

Toilet paper is also considered a luxury item. What's your point, caller?

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bobsanction 18

Back in ye olden times, women used cloth towels instead of sanitary pads. Hence the term "on the rag".

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Sora_McKain 36

To be honest, I never knew that that's where the term came from. Thank you for educating me.

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emilae 6

1. why can't a friend/family member give you pads until you can repay her? or lend you money to get pads? 2. toxic shock syndrome is real you need to switch pads regularly 3.ask for some pay ahead of time from work and repay them later!

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