Thursday, February 23, 2012

Mama's Makin' the Switch: Imse Vimse Organic Cotton Mama Cloth Review & $20 gc giveaway from Thanks Mama!

Mama's Makin' the Switch is back with another review and giveaway!! This time, I am reviewing the Imse Vimse Organic Cotton pads from Thanks Mama! And one of you gets the chance to win a $20 gift certificate to use at Thanks Mama!

Thanks Mama is one of the first cloth diaper stores I made a purchase from over 2 years ago!! Not only will you find cloth menstrual pads but she carries EVERYTHING you need to cloth diaper your little one.  But she is more than cloth diapers! She carriers strollers, carriers, items for mom, baby and toddler, mom-to-be and so much more!

At Thanks Mama you will find excellent customer service to go along with all the great products! You get free shipping on orders over $60 and you can earn rewards dollars with every purchase.


She also has a couple coupon codes out right now:


$5 off $50 with coupon code "5off"

15% off baby carriers with code "Carrier"


So, I received a 3-pack of normal Imse Vimse Organic Cotton sanitary pads. Here are my thoughts:

  •  The first thing I noticed about these was the simplicity of them.  They are off-white with pink stitching.  They have a job to do and don't need any frills to get the job done.
  • The second thing I noticed was the price.  For $17.75, you get 3 regular sized pads.  That breaks down to a little less than $6 a pad -- WOW!!
  • Thirdly, the design is great.  You have wings that snap closed.  There is a hidden layer of polyurethane laminated polyester between the organic cotton.  So, you have organic cotton on the outside--top and bottom.  I really liked that. I also liked the length:  10 x 3 inches.  It was a good length to feel like I was getting good coverage without all the bulk.  Speaking of bulk, these are VERY Trim, yet still absorbent.
  • I love that they are made out of organic cotton.  Very soft, very comfortable.  You don't even notice you have one on.
  • While trim, they are very absorbent.  With my lighter days, I could wear one all day. 
  • They wash well! I'm not very good at remembering/taking the time to rinse, but these have hardly any stains in spite of my laziness.  
Overall, I really liked these.  They aren't fancy, they aren't frilly but they get the job done.  And I just love that you can get THREE (normal size) for $17.75 (panty liners are less; overnights are more).  If you are needing an affordable mama cloth that gets the job done, I highly recommend these.  

And now one of you gets the chance to win a $20 gift card to use at Thanks Mama! Just enter the giveaway using the rafflecopter widget below!



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27 comments:

Jill said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I have been thinking about starting to use mama cloth whenever AF comes back. (currently 35 weeks pregnant and will nurse) Its great to know that there are more affordable options out there!

Ellie said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I actually just started using Mama Cloth. It was because it seemed like the logical next step after cloth diapering my daughter.

♥Mama of the Littles♥ said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

So much better for our bodies, and the environment!
angela_heffner at yahoo dot com

WednesdayBites said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I love Thanks mama! Just made a big order, trying wool now! :)

Unknown said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I LOVE using Mama cloth. It's changed my life since I got such horrible reactions to disposable pads.

Kirtlan Krew said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

To save money

Melissa said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

It's more environmentally-friendly and saves money!

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Kate said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I think my main reason for wanting to switch is the fact I wouldn't be using bleached pads anymore. I know that can't be good for the lady parts! ;)

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Tiffany said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I have been considering it for awhile (I was using disposable pads along with my Diva Cup) because I don't like creating extra waste every month and because I don't like the idea of the chemicals in the pad so close to my body.

Mommy and Me Giveaways said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

Comfort!!!
Kristen Jeffery

MamaMac said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I've actually already tried out a few kinds of mama pads. I love using cloth diapers, and cloth pads seems like another very easy step to become more environmentally friendly and economical.

Tanya said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I am going to be making a purchase from Thanks Mama in the next few days!

Katie S said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

One reason for me to consider mama cloth is comfort. I really hate the feel of pads. They are so horrible, in my opinion, I'm always so uncomfortable wearing them!

katiekstewart at gmail dot com

lace said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I'm trying to get away from disposables and all the chemicals they expose you to. These look great.

Nikki said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I have very sensitive skin and allergies to a lot of chemicals. I'm slowly transiting to cloth to help keep my skin happy & allergies at bay!

Rebecca O said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

Since I am cloth diapering my little one, it seems that using cloth for myself would be a good idea. I am not very comfortable wearing disposable pads or tampons. Since these are soft and would probably only get softer and more absorbent with every wash I bet they would be so much more comfortable. Thanks for the chance. bekki1820cb at gmail dot com

sherah said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I've wanted to for a while. Less wasteful. More economic. Healthier for my body.

sherah dot campbell at yahoo dot com

Shai A. said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I want to use mama cloth because it's eco friendly *and* saves money. So awesome!
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Eco Baby Mama Drama said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I would like to try mama cloth as an option for tampons/cups. I don't like traditional pads!
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Nikki said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I would use it for the financial savings. ngiraldi at gmail dot com

Maria Ivey said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I know they are better for our health and have read that cycles are less painful and shorter.

Stacy said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I've always wanted to try it, and I love how much better they are for the environment!

J. said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I'd love to start using to save money and save the planet!

Dani said...Best Blogger Tips[Reply to comment]Best Blogger Templates

I just starting using mama cloth. I made the switch for a lot of the same reasons we cloth diaper our baby. Its more eco friendly and economical. Plus, my sensitive skin would get easily irritated in disposables pads but not with cloth.

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