Emergency Preparedness: Feminine Hygiene
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- Preparing for our feminine hygiene needs in times of emergency is a critical factor in our sense of well-being and adds to our ability to cope with stressful times.
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Okay, it's official. You're a goddess. You know...I've read hundreds of blogs and sites (literally hundreds) and you're the first and only person to address something so basic and fundamental and, as usual, with your winning candor and kindness. I never fail to learn something from you, Pam. A million thanks.
Wow, thank you! I've always wanted to be a goddess! LOL
I have been a single man in terms of preparedeness for a long time (30 plus years, former military), my thinking being around self sufficiency etc. Now I am fortunate to have a beautiful woman in my life and I care for her deeply, but she is not of the same mindset, in fact she actively wants to think that emergencies cant happen...i know from experience, that things are fragile so I wish to ensure that in an emergency, I can ensure she can have items for self care for by herself, for herself...I thankyou for this information...I hope we never need it, but I want to have some preparedness for her...God Bless, Peace and Love to you and yours...CC
p.s. I am not sure I can go with something similar to that lovely bag...if it aint green you know....lol
What a thoughtful gentleman you are and she is a fortunate woman.
Lucky woman 💯
Well, I suppose I’m the opposite. I want to get things prepared and to have bug-out bags. My hubby is a loving man, but doesn’t think things like this would be needed. I, however, see some things already happening (food shortages due to supply chain issues, some farmers are being paid to not produce crop this season), lawlessness has increased, along with other things that would probably be lumped into me being a conspiracy theorist. 😂 I’ve started to put some other types of preparedness together. I’d love to hear any advice from your experiences and recommendations if you have the time. God bless. You’re a wonderful husband to get your wife’s needs put together as well.
@@kristins7904 Hello Kristin, firslty I hope you are well and I wished to apologise for the delay in response. I would suggest that you are wiser than those around you that feel they have to lump you under the conspiracy theorist label, I would suggest that some are choosing denial in the face of all the evidence, are wishful thinking or are really just envious of you taking a stand against the ongoing narratives. As for you question around advice, it would be easy for me to say that there are planty of youtube vids that can help, but actually there are SO many it can be overwhelming. so here are a few thoughts to get you started. my caution is that I just want to stimulate your thinking, trust that you will know whats best for you and your family. but this is to get you on your journey, for which I offer you all the very best.
I would suggest that you break down all things into a simple list. (these are the four pillars of bushcraft with a few steroids on the side...lol). Heat/fire, food, water, shelter I would add tools, MEDS and defence, (I lump first aid/care under shelter). There will be those that respond and say what about bug in and bug out...please for a starting point, think about staying at home, near your neighbours and family (if they are close by). Then think about building your stocks for up to 3 days in bags ready to go. but also that are partitioned from your every day needs (this latter point means that if you stay at home, you have 3 days of grace, to go beyond any panic scenarios and give yourself time if approapriate to think about your strategy. if you need to bug out, then all your bags in car (that i advise you keep at least 3/4 full) and go. once you have a base of 3 days, then start to think about building to 3 weeks, this alters your strategy immensly. but trust in yourself and your intuition, you will know how and where to keep stuff, if you live in a dodgy neghbourhood, think about secure containers/storage or have things away from the house that you can access. build in 3 day blocks, this will be primarily food, heat and water in addition to core kit. if you can build tools and defences for 3 days, you only have to add care items for looking after tools and build stocks of things for defence (amm, bolts etc).
Just 3 day blocks, for longer term, think about strategy over tactics. Things like skills and knowledge as an ongoing concern. water collection and filtration, forraging, forst aid, shelter build, camo, concealment etc and I would encourgae skills like hunting and fishing, but see these as recreation, rather than preperation, I say this, because thinking you have to do ALL of this is massively overwhelming. think of preppping as a pastime in and of itself, go camping, rather than using bugging out scenarious to motivate the family, you can then develop skills together and build strong ties. strong ties are the key when you have a family, it doesnt matter what they think, but the learning comes from fun and the fun from the learning, this is building on your confidence and time together, as we dont know when things will happen. my last two tips come from a disatster planning scenario (i encourage people to let go of worst case sceanarios, the end of the world may happen, or not, but what can happen in my experience, are floods, storms, etc. i lved next to a gas terminal for a while and having spoken with the local security force, they said to me, have 3 days worth of stuff ready to go in under 10 minutes. that was a reality, my very last few tip I owe to studying the effeacts of Catrina. Organise a place to go out of the storm area etc if you can, but have a bag with your passports/ID's ,driving licences, birth certs etc Scan all your professional certificates, have them on both dongles and have them secured away at a friends house or parents and have them stored securely and have them encrypted. i would suggest keeping them in a mobile fire box( no less than 30 minutes resistence time) at the side of your bags and even an encrypted dongle in the car. Then should you have to leave your home for any length of time, you have everything to prove who you are and get access to work outside your area if neccessary.
Lastly, the one we overlook but again I place this under the shelter, work on connectedness, for me it with Our Heavenly Father and his son, for you it maybe different, but thats what it means for me. Have a Bible in your kit and things to bring you together as a family, have some treats, cards, games etc. have comms, but dont worry initially, just think about connecting to yourself, your family and the gifts you have.
I hpoe this helps in some way...but I will be honest and say, that the fact that you have started to think about it, places you in the top few who have and do anything about it. sending you and yours Peace and Love. CC
THANK YOU!!!!! Teaching emergency preparedness information is 99% done by men and although it's helpful, it is awesome to have a woman's view on needs for women!! As you said-- one line, and that's it. Wonderful to have an item by item review... and "real" (squatting, pulling pants out of the way, leaking, "lady needs") experience tips
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comments.
LOVE WATCHING YOU!
Ma’am, thank you, sincerely, for your concern and earnest attention in this particular area of preparedness. I have disposables in quantity, but you are right to suggest thinking about the time they might run out. And the separate bathroom needs bag with a trash bag inside is a great attention to detail. I had one for my daughter during her school years, but had not made the mental leap to our 72h kits. Thanks, again.
You are an amazing lady. I am definitely on the same path. I just love your ideas. Especially the coins and buckets. Thank you so much.
AMEN! My folks gave me a premade emergency kit, but it only came with 4...I repeat...FOUR sanitary napkins! It was laughable. And I have pretty specific needs in that regard; all natural, bleach free, etc.
You’re an amazing teacher. I can see how as a professor you’d be one of my favorites as well. ❤️🙏
We really appreciate your very kind words.
Id love to take your class!
Absolutely the best!!
Yes! I was thinking the same thing!
Never fear! You are one!
As an EMT, I learned to keep a sanitary pad for a potential pressure bandage to stop bleeding from trauma.
Is it true you can plug a bullet wound with a tampon?
As an Emergency room nurse, I also keep sanitary pads for bandages. They are more economical than bandages in situations where you need to stop bleeding or dress a wound.
As a Dad I appreciate this video! I learned some new stuff, now my wife and daughter can help me complete their bag of goodies which I know nothing about! lol As always, very informative and appreciated!
That is awesome! Thank you for watching and for the support you plan to give your wife and daughter!
Offer them a female urinal device. Seriously a game changer for women.
I carry colored doggie waste bags to put the wipes or tampon in and then place it in the ziploc bag. That also helps to camouflage the contents of the bag.
Right! Which you can often get a Dollar Tree...
Great idea!
Ostomy disposable bags work great. Handi-wipes also rinse clean with just a little water. Go to the home supply areas.
Ostomy disposable bags work great. Handi-wipes also rinse clean with just a little water. Go to the home supply areas.
Ostomy disposable bags work great. Handi-wipes also rinse clean with just a little water. Go to the home supply areas.
You have a wonderful way of staying classy while explaining the helpful details about personal hygiene. Thank you. I will not feel so guilty about a little vanity-prepping now. I agree it is important to feel good about oneself and also will help those around us to be comfortable if we continue on as we normally present ourselves. Very wise!
Thank you so much. I appreciate that.
My take on this, also, was “don’t forget to take care of your mental preparedness.” If it’s make-up, great, or maybe it’s just a lot of sunscreen and insect repellent that doesn’t make me want to immediately take a shower! And I would never have thought about the Anti-yeast cream but it’s really handy for women AND men! And the perfume? Aromatherapy is such a mood lifter! Great video!🌿🌿🌿
Got to love a woman who can look as beautiful as her, know how best to help the rest of us find our most confident selves in a crisis, and talk about needing more “vroom” from her ATV in the same video. ❤️❤️❤️
Love this. I have been allergic to disposable products since my mom was forced to cloth diaper me in the 80's. I use cloth pads and the Ziggy cup - which is a much flatter silicone cup similar to the luna style you showed here. Women ABSOLUTELY need to try these for the fit before packing them into a go kit. 100%. The Luna style are too long for my body but the Ziggy is nearly flat and so comfortable you don't hardly notice it. There are two sizes of luna style, size 1 for women who haven't had children and size 2 for women who have had a vaginal birth. When you go to the potty, it is normal to have a little leak by the Ziggy cup as your muscles do their normal thing. For women with heavy days in public, you can learn to flex those muscles with the Ziggy to let it release a bit and clean up while you have a stall. In a decade I've never had to remove a Ziggy or Luna style cup in public. As the main method of control with cloth backup, your cloth lasts for YEARS. Side note - cloth pads are regulated devices by the fda so purchase from someone who's got the approvals or make your own but don't sell them. I'm actually shocked there haven't been lawsuits over non fda approved and tested masks but since they're calling them 'face covers' at most stores I suppose that's how. The best place to use the luna or ziggy is in the shower if you have heavy cycles tbh. Remove it, rinse in, rinse yourself, and put it back. I do this first thing in the morning and before bed every night. When it says 12 hrs, it means 12 hrs. 👍🏻 I rinse my cloth in cold water until the water runs clear while squeezing and spray with stain remover before I run the load at the end of the week. Discoloration of the pads will happen. No one should ever expect to have perfect pads. That's an unreasonable expectation and too much work to try to put on yourself, especially in a survival situation. I have medium days and extremely heavy days and the ziggy/cloth combo has allowed me to have my freedom back w/o fear of damaging clothes and furniture if I don't stop to sit on the potty every couple hrs. Your silicone cups will also stain after several cycles. Boil them in water when you notice staining and they're refreshed back to new. It never hurts to have extra and the flexcup is the disposable version of the ziggy cup if folks want to try them before committing to a more expensive silicone product. How women have handled their cycles before these products were invented is something I've mildly looked into. Absorbent leather was tied to the body with straps much like our current day panties function. Other absorbent natural fibers you can collect and discard/bury as you change them and they will biodegrade much like burying your waste but that means learning a bit more about foraging and for a 72 hr survival situation it isn't really something most folks are going to commit the brain power to. I live in tornado country of Texas and I have a ziggy, a diva, and the last few of a box of flexcups packed. I carry a flexcup in my purse daily for the middle of the day this'll last 12 hrs or until I can get home situation. Another product that I know exists but know nothing about personally is period panties - hopefully one of your viewers will chime in abt them or maybe you can do a part II about them and the ziggy. I think you've really helped your viewers a LOT with this topic. Ever since I was the older girl having to help the first time girls who started at camp, I've always carried extra product for other girls because that's hard enough for the first timer to discuss much less while away from home at camp with a bunch of other girls at an age when girls are mean. This was back when phone cards were a thing so I always had them call their mom's and then tell me what product their mom wanted them to use and we'd walk to the convenience store next to camp *approved location* and buy what they needed. This is a necessary consideration even if women don't want to talk about it. We need to. 💜
Thanks so much for sharing all this information!
Wow! I’m sorry but idk how I didn’t know about these things. I’m so glad you gave instructions and experience too. That will so help me and then I can help my daughters.
Great info! About 20 years ago l tried the diva cup. lt works as it should - at the time it was a flexible round of silicone with a thin, plastic like, sheet that expanded to fill with blood. And ya, it's amazing how little there is! l liked it to an extent but being much less environmentally aware, l preferred and went back to disposables. l like to think l would use them now and wow, how much better they would be in a dire situation when disposables can't be replaced!
I am a father of two teenage girls and 1more on the way. The information you just gave me is terrifying and now I have re up the girls bug out bags. Where do I get this stuff?
@@hellogoodbye3129 I believe the flex disks *disposable* and the ziggy *reusable body safe silicone*, the disk shaped ones, are available at the pharmacy now. The diva cups and luna cups *body safe silicone*, the cup shaped ones, have been at the pharmacy for a while. There are 2 sizes. Size 1 for ladies who have not had a baby yet, and size 2 for after in these cup shaped ones. I saw them at CVS not too long ago. There are several brands.
I buy my cloth pads from a lady on Etsy because I haven't bought the supplies to make my own. Hand Sewn By Me is her brand name. Various sizes and patterns so the girls may need to help you find the correct sizes to buy. Having a full kit, enough for one full cycle each is a good idea. Girls living in close proximity tend to sync their cycles. Just how biology works, so for cloth it may be a little expensive to buy all at once. Just as backup for the silicone products, 2 per day is sufficient at an average 5 to 7 day length, abt 14 per girl. They pack well in a suitcase for vacation but take a couple ziplock bags and detergent to help with washing in a long term bugout situation. Can drop them with some water in the ziplock, a little detergent, shake around, soak, shake around then rinse and hang dry. Did that with cloth nursing pads that I had to change at work. Put them in a ziplock with a little dish soap and water because of the milkfats in breastmilk and washed when I got home.
Another thing to consider when looking at these products for teens and tweens, is the woman who will be helping them with their period the first time. My mom didn't want me using anything like these cups or tampons because she had some old notion that it 'ruined' me. Other mothers don't have this issue and will help the girls but it can be painful to use tampons for young girls due to the hymen that may still be present so they may not want to use things like that so the cloth pads will become more important to have for the youngest. I know this can be an overwhelming thing for fathers to deal with. My girl is way too young and I mentioned duplicating my supplies and might as well get some packed for ours since we don't redo our pack too often and he was quite embarrassed that he didn't think of it but also didn't want to think of his baby growing up. Your older girls that are old enough to have their cycles can help figure out what to pack. These reusable cups and disks are something they should be familiar with before having to bug out so ask them to go shopping or purchase them from Amazon and have a conversation abt it. You want to pack these for just in case but need them to try them out and see if it will work for them because disposables aren't going to be a thing while moving around. And can I just take a second to give you kudos for being a dad who looked into this for his girls. 👍🏻
I’d suggest including some pairs of latex gloves, especially if there’s no access to running water. That would make bathroom use and feminine maintenance a lot easier.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing.
Some people are allergic to latex but you get my point! Use what you have
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@@Preppergirl10 Right, they can use whichever kind they need.
I can see that for a bowel movement but unless a female has a contagious disease there is no need. Blood is not full of bacterial infection like pee and poo. A simple wash is all a person needs.
@@MommaARA if there’s no access to running water, you’re outdoors, even with your own family, and the only way to clean your hands after heavy flow maintenance is with a cold water bottle and something like coin towels that are at a premium, having had a pair of gloves would be amazing, ESPECIALLY as a teen trying not to draw attention to yourself. I know personally that the only way I’d feel clean is washing my hands with soap and hot water, and that’s unrealistic. So gloves, if you have space, are a great idea.
We toilet paper ran out during covid, I bought a couple clear condiment bottles at Dollar Tree and used them as a portable bidet. Pat dry with a cloth.
That was an excellent way to solve that problem. Way to go!
We purchased a peri bottle for every member of the family (on Amazon, they come in a discreet bag) as part of our emergency preparation. Luckily we didn’t run out of TP, but we were prepared.
I never ran out, but just in case, I had a back up…. I had hundreds of coffee filters. I am not a coffee drinker, but my sons were, when they lived at home. I knew they would come in handy one day ! Also, I saved all my used dryer sheets. So when we couldn’t get disinfectant wipes, I could make my own with cleaners I had on hand.
That is actually a very good idea
Same, more or less. I bought a portable hand bidet for $12. I use it then use 2-3 squares to pat dry. (I take 2 attached squares and trifold to get 3 layers. With an area rinsed, there is little need for more.) It really does stretch the TP supply.
For feminine needs there’s a “go girl” for urinating. You can urinate while standing, so no squatting or worries about splash back on your pants or clothing. Used a cup for decades, very easy, economical (over the approximate 10 yrs.) useful and simple to use. Like inserting a diaphragm or tampon. Highly recommend, there are only two sizes…vaginal birth or not. Combined with reusable pads, a more efficient system than trying to stockpile disposable tampons/pads. Great channel and videos….a very happy new subscriber from Canada 🇨🇦.
Thanks for your comments! After making this video I did learn about the Go Girl and now have one in my pack!
@@RoseRedHomestead excellent…just practice the placement of the insert pan (go girl) for a good solid seal. Honestly, it’s quite handy and once you get used to it very simple to use. Am binge watching your videos….quite informative and interesting at the same time. Thank YOU and to your hubby for filming. 🙏🏻
@@colleenmcintosh6974 You are welcome!
Oh yes! The "go girls" and similar are awesome! I always carried the hard smooth plastic versions on any trip, in a zip bag. Especially the ones with known regular traffic backups and nowhere to stop. The Florida turnpike was guaranteed to make at least one female in the car need to go, and all around in every direction for miles and miles were only trees. They still go on any interstate trip. Random public restrooms can be daunting things if a thigh or calf is injured. As in no hovering in mid-air.
@@rainspringing yup, honestly they’re invaluable in a pinch!
The Great TP Shortage of 2020 taught me that 1) You can be in a TP emergency situation at home, and 2) TP is much too expensive, 3) There is a way to feel cleaner than by using TP, 4) TP requires special sewage treatment we can cut down on, and be more environment conscious. I bought an add-on deluxe model bidet for $50! For less than the price of three 12-packs of TP! (Mine costs $18, which just makes me angry.) I LOVE IT! It connects to both cold and hot water lines. There are controls to control the flow of water to front or back, and flow strength. I cut inexpensive terry washcloths in half and served the raw edge. I use those to dry, and just a little TP for BMs only. I have only used 3 mega rolls of TP in a year. Globally, other countries have been WAAY ahead of us on this topic! I wish there were portable models; I would buy one! Maybe a squeeze bottle of water? I WILL BUY THOSE COIN TISSUES IMMEDIATELY. Thank you for doing something that is so very, very needed.
They do have portable ones now, or you can go the old school route with a perineal squirt bottle.
I bought a qt. spray bottle from our local hardware store. Mix water and liquid Dial antibacterial soap. Spray self as necessary on any part of body. 2nd spray bottle water only.
My daughters and I loved your video on our feminine care. You should run for Supreme Court Justice, You can define want a woman is!
Thank you Rose. Hadn't even thought about this. Surprised by the info. Some things I hadn't even heard of...like coin towels.😃 Very excellent info.
Wonderful talk. Another tool that can be used for digging and will fit a bathroom bag, and suitable for children, is a garden hand shovel. I have one used for planting bulbs. It’s narrow and has “teeth”.
My mother told us she had and her sisters had to wash and bleach out their “rags” each month.
Excellent. I definitely need to share this vid. Well thought out. Videos take a lot of time and work, so I appreciate this. The chocolate in the kit for young girls says everything about your heart!
Thank you so much! I appreciate that.
Oh my goodness! You made me laugh! You said, “ I’m a redhead! I have no eyebrows no eyelashes” I’m a red head too, although I go bleach blond ☺️. I grant you, even in the apocalypse, I would NOT be without my mascara or eyeliner!
😁 It takes a fellow redhead to really understand that! Thanks for your comments.
Strawberry blonde here who also goes bleach blonde. I feel you on the no eyebrows, haha. I am so lucky though, my eyelashes are darker brown now that I am older, but mascara and chapstick are a must even for the gym.
Sadly, it seems most women start losing their brows and lashes as they age. I started using eyebrow makeup in my 50's.
@@funsizedi88 me too.
You might find that tinting your eyelashes & brows is a good option.
Brilliant video, with lots of great ideas, and thoughts that may not have occurred to many women. BTW, I learned long ago to buy rubber sheeting by the bolt. It's behind the cutting counter at fabric stores. It can be cut for use as pads for under a patient (underpads), for pets as pee pads, and for protection on beds, chairs, sofas, under either regular bedding or under fitted furniture covers. If a person or pet vomits on the furniture, the cover and rubber sheeting can be washed, the sheeting hundreds of times. Of course, that could be a problem for emergency preparedness, but when everything is working, that's a valid idea.
A few tablets to help movement or stop movement..stress causes these symptoms. Absolutely wonderful video. Sharing this one! Thank you.
Good idea! Thank you for the information and for sharing it!
Ageless information. Thank you for your research, organization and courage to put together information on such a private subject. I will begin gathering my bag tomorrow. I suggest adding an extra zip lock bag for the wet face towel so it can be protected and used again . Thank you, Pam. Susan B.
You are very welcome. And adding an additional zip lock bag is a great idea--thanks!
@@RoseRedHomestead My bathroom bag is now in my car. I am ready! Thanks
@@susanbulgawicz5774 Good for you!
You could also put the wet cloth in one of the mesh pockets so it could air dry for later use.
This is wonderful information! Thank you! ❤ I have 3 suggestions for anyone interested: 1) Evening Primrose Oil is great for helping eliminate menstrual cramps, pain and even helps with hemorrhaging.
2) Wild Lettuce capsules or leaves boiled in tea (it's found around the US and abroad) is also great for any pain, including nerve pain.
3) To conceal your used trash bag, you can use an extra ziplock, cover the outside in duct tape (There are different color options if you fancy that) and then place your personal trash ziplock inside for extra concealment, and protection from leaks and odor. Putting some kitty litter or a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol/hand sanitizer inside the trash bag can help keep down the scents too.
Thanks again! ❤
Wonderfully put!! Very classy. Thank you so much, I am glad I found this page. Also like to add for cleaning cloth diapers, pads or family cloth ( washcloths for cleaning after the rest room) there is detergent to help to use occasionally to soak out any smell issues or build up of soaps. The detergent is called rocking green. I use this when i cloth diapered my kids and also few times a year with towels, sheet etc because stuff builds us over time.
Thanks for your comments and for the tip on rocking green!
I decided to watch this again and I throughly enjoyed it again. It was a treat to see your earlier intro and music!
I have someone in mind who needs a beginner kit at Grandma’s house. Grandma also needs a kit! I camp in my van from time to time and have a bathroom kit in it. I also have one in my get home bag. Pam, I love your straight forward approach to the functions of the human body and the thoughts of what we might need can get even more detailed and personal. Birth control is something that some people may need, for example. Baby items is another specialty. Or a home delivery kit for the car if a woman is approaching her due date during an emergency.
Nancy: Thanks! Jim
RUclips thought I might want to see this, and surprisingly I enjoyed it! That red bag looks like a huge moral booster all on it's own. I tend to use incredibly bland things like the bathroom bag, but I need to think about how a pretty bag might serve in a stressful situation.
I remember at least a decade ago I was on a visit home. My mom was puzzled and amazed by my array of cloth feminine stuff. (I go for the fancy patterned silks, silky rich colored bamboos and hand dyed velour's. Along with semi-utilitarian vivid fabric patterns.) Asked her why she'd never mentioned any of these options existed. Apparently she had never even heard about it. I felt so bad for her. Cloth stopped so many issues for me.
Bought her some liners, in the same fancy crafted styles, in case she ever had weak muscles. Apparently she has worn one every day of her life since, because they are so soft and make things nicer in the Florida heat. Most I bought for her have the felted soft organic wool backed, because she loved those, and they breath extremely well.
I used the silicone cups occasionally for travel backup, beaches and swimming, but I haven't felt like dealing with that kind of hassle for many years. Same reason I never liked tampons. Also....back when I looked at cups there was a natural rubber version. No idea if the silicone was being made yet. Ladies, let me tell you, if you are latex reactive, you may also be just as badly reactive to natural rubber. Find this out some other way ;)
My purse functions something like this and the bulky rest is in the overnight case.
Purse (using a removable purse organizer): good strong scissors, hard nail file in a case, nail clippers, a Leatherman, couple different wound ointments, antiseptic, small bandages, 50 rubber bands, travel sizes of aspirin and similar, sting/bite medication, other allergy medication, two types of cold medication, indigestion medicine, 2 travel tissue pk., folded empty gallon zip bag, 6 small cloth wipes plus 2 pads in a small double sided wet bag, 4 pretty handkerchiefs, measuring tape, calculator, hair clip that holds the whole mass, comb, pen, pencil, metal ruler, pink salt, zip bag with wooden fork spoon knife...and other things I can't remember. Phone functions as a calculator now, and so much more these days, but the calculator remain.
All fits in a medium vintage Coach bag, which I was able to get a longer strap for, wearable cross body style. Just need to rotate out the medications and rubber bands.
When I was younger, people depended on me having all that stuff and more. If I went out purse-less, just wallet and keys, they would often all want to turn around and have me get it. The time a guy went home with a flowery menstrual pad, rubber banded to his leg, was something. Figured his mom would never let him go anywhere with us again. I was wrong. Instead she wouldn't let him go anywhere with us if I didn't have my 'medic bag' ha!
We always had a pre-teen bag set up for the growing girl. A bit overpacked because it was difficult guessing what she might prefer. All she would guess at was colors/patterns/fabrics. Not the most helpful, but how could she know? It really is highly personal. She did eventually appreciate the overpack though, because she got to try a bit of everything in every size and shape imaginable.
Thank you for sharing your story. Very interesting.
Boy do I appreciate your contribution. I thought I was nuts..nothing personal on you..just glad to see someone that packs everything but the kitchen sink 😊. I also keep a snack size zip bag of q tips and cotton balls, tweezer, eye drops, reading glasses. God bless you and keep you and your family safe.
I agree completely. I spent a tour in Iraq with the army and it was very important to me to feel very fresh and clean and to wear some although minimal makeup.
I found no rinse body wash and hair wash invaluable. I learned about it when I was working in an ICU unit. I also bought reusable snap in place panty liners which I could change when able clean with the no rinse body wash and feel good about myself. Love what you're doing
Glad to see you shared this with us. Good info for those just getting started. I love your videos.
Thank you so much!
I never would ave thought of having a separate toilet toiletries bag, but I am definitely going to implement it
It is very handy!
@@RoseRedHomestead I found some paper toilet seat liners at the Japanese variety store to use in public toilets with questionable hygiene that I will be keeping in there.
I have an emergency kit in my wife's car. Nearly always has 1 or more ladies embarked. And I noticed one glaring omission: No Feminine Hygiene products. So I'm trying to put together an FHK.
You are truly a woman, mom, may god always bless you, and husband, you will help alot of people angel. Yolanda
I hadn't thought about adding Monistat to my kit, but even a 3 day treatment seems a bit bulky, especially for people on foot. A single fluconazole (Diflucan) table will take care of a yeast infection quite efficiently while taking up very little space. Also, instead if carrying shampoo, conditioner, soap and deodorant, I've packed a 3oz bottle of Irish Springs 5-in-one. Thanks so much for your video, it was very informative.
since I stopped using paper products, I no longer have any of those problems, but I may stock up on some monistat and preparation H for others.
Some people are allergic to Diflucan. And can only get it with a doctor prescription. But yes do what is necessary to stay prepared.
Oral diflucan is toxic and systemic. It is cytotoxic to Eukaryotic organisms. So yeah it kills fungal organisms . You are also a eukaryotic organism. Diflucan can be harsh to your kidneys and screw up your micro biome leading to diarrhea etc. topical treatments are safer.
Very useful information, thank you! I also carry a bathroom kit in my purse. It's just 3 1/2 by 5 1/2 inches, but I manage to fit everything I need in it. I also include a tiny bottle of hand soap in an old tiny eyedropper bottle and hard surface spray in an old tiny spray bottle that used to hold breath spray. This is for use in a public toilet that may not be up to standard.
Those are great ideas! Thank you for sharing.
I carry alcohol in a spray bottle. A bar of soap. Nail brush.
Bought a bigger purse to keep with me
Thanks for a very informative video. I know there are others (like myself) who were not familiar with the washable pads and cups. I have heard of the cups, but they were not around when I was younger and I was just set in my ways with using pads and tampons when they *did become available (I am 68). Something that I added to my emergency supplies is a female urinal. Having worked as a nurse for 44 years, I often wished that the hospital provided them for female patients. They would be so convenient and a lot more comfortable than having to use a bedpan if someone could not get up to use the bathroom (or use whatever "facilities" were available). I know with having back issues, I may not always be able to use the nearest bush if it came to that LOL.And I will look into those washable incontinence pads.
Great idea! Thank you so much for sharing.
I will say that there is a go girl! Feminism urinal
TIP: A spray bottle of Isopropyl lasts longer than hand sanitizer. Some stores carry spray bottle tops that fit on the large bottles of Isopropyl. I carry a small size spray bottle in my pocket and sanitize most things these days, including public toilets. I use it (before the first flush to clean the bowl) by spraying the flush handle and the seat. The light spray of the Isopropyl also helps the toilet seat liner stick to the toilet seat. My employment as a Licensed Security Officer and Municipal Enforcement Agent showed me the dangers and pathogens that can shorten people's lives when using public restrooms. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Your productions are great, in addition to the great content! You remind me of relatives that I have lost due to age. The horses, chickens, milk cows, outhouse stories, wheat fields and the horse sled (with feet warming blocks) to get the ice from the lake for the root cellar because they had to survive. I had family from Deer Park WA to Idaho starting before the 1920's. I don't think anyone is naming their children Zip anymore, but one married into the family and had a smile and a voice I will never forget.
Again, a great production about things people need to think about and plan for and thank you for bringing a smile to my face! You are great media!
Former Producer, Director & Crew at our local four Xfinity Comcast channel cable TV station that provides local government meeting coverage and also provides airtime for local TV shows.
Wallgreens sells Isopropyl alcohol at 91%. What percent are you speaking? Thanks for the information.
That was a good how to for the beginners; very thorough. I like to go back to your older videos and watch them and this was one of them I hadn’t seen before, bravo well done. Thank you Pam. I pray that many have prepared, we are in (2yrs later) in even scarier times and much more coming our way. Best wishes to both of you and blessings.
Thank you so much! I appreciate your comments.
Thank you for this video. I always carry bags to clean up after my dog but I hadn’t thought about myself. Who knows why.? This made me think of these things. It’s great. I will think this through. I will watch this again and again to get ideas. Again thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Loving the fact someone is finally covering this! Thanks!
You are welcome.
This is wonderful idea for a tiktok challenge that promotes positivity 👏
Interesting idea.
Miss Pam, Excellent video with SO much helpful information!!! And a few "new to me things" that I have never seen or knew there was out there. And have honestly not thought much about making bug out bags. Excellent idea!!! Thank you for sharing!!
Glad it was helpful!
One thing I add to my kit is a portable bidet. Toto sells a battery operated one. It holds several ounces of water and it squirts out a nice stream of water with some force. The nozzle folds down. This is a good option to have if toilet paper or wipes become hard to find. It’s essentially a powered squirt bottle. It does a nice of keeping your backside clean. Empty what little water is left in the holding part before tossing it in your pack or purse. It will leak water if not kept upright. Another thing I keep is a small poncho in my bathroom kit. It provides some privacy when you have to do your business outside and you don’t want to be seen. Another thing is to clip a personal alarm to your bag so you can set it off if some nefarious person or creature comes upon you when you are hidden from sight while doing your business.
My sister and I put together an OMG bag for my daughter in preparation for her first period. It had all that you have but it also had a couple pairs of underwear. It was also a cute little zipper bag covered in sequence that actually had the letters OMG on it! 😄. Love your videos! Incidentally, she has now started and prefers the reusable ones over disposables.
It sounds like you have given her a wonderful gift.
I'm 76 and so enjoyed your instructions on the hypothetical woman. I learned a lot and really enjoyed watching you 😊😊
Very informative, thank you. As for the cloth pads, fold it in 3rds then snap. That way the ends are folded inwards and the snap will hold evenly. Thanks again for a good reminder to be ready for the unexpected events.
Great tip! Thanks for watching.
I used the cups thru menopause. They are wonderful! I'm done with that issue at 73, but in my emergency supplies, I stocked 3 new ones for my daughter in law, preteen grand daughter, or a stranger in a grid down zombie apocalypse. They are absolutely fantastic, sanitary, and easy to clean and carry. And once you have one, you never run out! I can't recommend them more highly. My daughter used them during very heavy days with a pad. I'd never go back.
Cups may be too complicated for first timers or girls that don't use tampons and even young girls as their pelvic area may not be big enough to fit a cup in their vagina and be able to pee/poop without removing it. Some adult females like myself can't use cups and pee at the same time because the cup pushes the urethra shut which requires it to be removed and replaced every time one needs to pee and that creates soreness down there real fast. The cloth pads or period panties would be better options.
The best "tip" ,so precious, was the dove chocolate! You are a wonderful grandmother I am sure.
I have to say this... I watch you, and, I think, what an amazing, intelligent, articulate, and, beautiful lady you are. I am like you in many ways, prepping, helping others prep, sharing information, seeking new information & knowledge. Im a very Self sufficient, and a diy person, as, you seem to be too. I am, also, your lunar opposite in other ways. There is nothing kempt about me. I am no make up, brush my hair, put it in a ponytail and go. A lot of flannel shirts in my closet. I build Federal highways. This being said, I find you to be a wealth of new information, and, ideas. In all of my years, helping others prep.. I never thought to tell ladies, like yourself, to pack a "comfort bag". Just a little something to make them feel normal, when life, and, the world around them, isn't. Thank you so much. I will definitely add this to my suggestions. ❤👍🏻😁
I really appreciate your comments and the way you compared and contrasted our two ways of doing things. I love diversity and think we can always learn new things from each other. You are very kind--thank you.
@@RoseRedHomestead Agreed 100%. I waa born into a survivalist/prepper family, and. I will never pretend to know everything. Not even close. I learn new things every day. You are a great blessing to us all. Thank you for all that you do. ❤
Thank you so much for posting this I was just make a list of what I need to get and I was missing a few items on my list
That bathroom bag idea I love
I have little girls and I just ordered toilet seat covers and I plan on making a bathroom bag to keep in the car for when we go out to restaurants I have seen really nasty bathrooms not the restaurants fault but just the people that use them don’t clean up after themselves
Just nasty things
So this idea is fabulous I was just wondering why I haven’t thought of it
Glad it was useful for you! Thanks for watching.
Crystal deodorant rock lasts a long time too. Good to stock up just in case. They are packaged nice too.
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A terrific video Pam, what a wonderful collection of information for us all to digest! Current supply chain shortages during this pandemic highlight the necessity to act on some of these new ideas and concepts! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and for your comments.
I am a strawberry redhead and would definitely bring the mascara. I think the red bag or something like it would be great down in a backpack. I would want to keep my hands free for self defense. Wait I only need one hand for that . . . so I can bat my mascara brushed lashes and use that one hand to protect myself. Lol. We all need to keep a sense of humor during these crazy times. Excellent video as usual. Thank you!!!
You made me burst out laughing when you said you needed only one hand! You go, girl! Love that attitude. Several women have suggested I repost this video and I think I am going to do that. Thanks for your comments! And I love it that you are a redhead!
Outstanding! I’m proud of you for plain speaking regarding this subject. Many women (and men) have difficulty speaking about the natural function of the human body and women’s body function in particular. The info was thorough and real! Even though I am well supplied, this info is a blessing for many many others. I even learned of new products, which I don’t require, but have family and friends that may want to add to their preps. Thanks for sharing!
You are very welcome! I appreciate your comments.
Thank you. I like this video. Gets you thinking
Wow! Thank you so much for delivering this important information in such practical way and with such class! I was raised by a single dad. He did was very best but I missed out on a lot of this information and now I'm a thirty-eight-year-old mother of three girls. We are learning how to be classy ladies together. I absolutely appreciate what you've done here. It's sad that I actually haven't seen anything like this up until now in the preparedness community. Women like you are rare. You are a fine example thank you!
This is Jim: I was a single dad, too. My daughter was between the ages 5-7, before I got remarried. And for me, shopping for girl's clothes was a real adventure for both of us. (I had no idea what I was doing.) Her mother had done all of that before I received custody. It sounds like to me, that you and your daughters will be very classy ladies. I too, am surprised there is so little help out there for single dads, much less moms like you. Keep up the great work with your daughters. Thank you for watching our channel. (I received full custody when I got divorced from her mother and I would not trade those years with my daughter for anything. Before I remarried, she was "my kid"--and of course after. I would tell women I would date, it was package deal--"me and my kid"
--and if my daughter did not like them, I would break it-off. I found a wonderful woman that my daughter could love and call mom and she could love my daughter without reservation.) I apologize for being so long-winded.
Two years later, but Thank you for broaching this intimate and sensitive issue. It is much appreciated. I learned a lot from this video.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your comments.
Such a great video! Took notes, and will definitely implement all of this. These tips are not only great for survival but for traveling as well. Thank you for this very informative information.
Glad it was helpful!
So glad you added the fact you have to have a bag to put bathroom trash in. I have seen dirty baby diapers in streams and unburied feces. My dad taught us to bury it. I went on a weekend hike in college in a protected wilderness area and you had to pack everything back out. We need to keep our world clean.
Thank you so much for a sensible, straight-forward video on matters that truly do need to be addressed! You did beautifully with poise and wisdom. I am impressed!
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much! This was incredibly informative. I truly appreciate you sharing your research findings and experiences. I learned a lot, and started watching other videos of yours, too! You are such a blessing! Thank you very much! 😃
Well I wasn’t going to go back and look at this video thinking at 78 I don’t need to worry, boy was I wrong! What a super video with so much information that I didn’t know I needed. Goes to show you can learn a new thing or more when you look and listen. Thank you for your open honest view of feminine needs. Amazon here I come again 😄
Wow I had never heard of reuseables! And never saw how the cups worked! Thank you so much for explaining!
You are so welcome!
I am a new subscriber in my 70’s. I think you are amazing and have learned about things I didn’t know existed 🙄. Your candor is just what women need to hear. It’s now March 2022. God only knows what’s to come so you’ve certainly educated me dear one and I thank you so much! 👏👏👏👏😄
Welcome to our channel--so glad to have you join us.
Such a great video for mom’s or girls that are uncomfortable sharing such important info. I wasn’t one with my daughter but I know a lot a girls that their parents did not prepare them. You’re such a good informative teacher.
Thanks for sharing!!
Our church makes them to send hygiene kits to young women in 3 world countries-not a bad idea for those of us living in this country-
A lovely, practical idea!
You may want to check out using a portable bidet. I use one when traveling and at home. Now I use a fraction of the TP that I used before. You can get one on Amazon. Love your videos.
I will check that out! Thanks for the tip.
I have 12 of everything, deodorant, shampoo rinse, eye solution, tooth paste, brushes, extra eye glasses, extra contacts, etc...restock each time I use.
That is a good way to prepare! Thanks for sharing.
When I heard you say taking even the things that make you feel pretty, I laughed. That is SO me!!
Monostat Creme now comes in a 1 day application.
I've never heard of coin tissue. I must add some to my bathroom bag.
Aren't they just great! I carry some with me all the time! Thanks for watching.
I have some. It's awesome
same here. I have young grandchildren and thought immediately how handy those would be in the car, so we can clean up after a trip to the park. I usually bring a wet washcloth in a ziplock bag, but sometimes I forget, or we have an unplanned stop.
Ikr! It is a great idea. I immediately went on Amazon to price some for myself. I notice that this is an older video and I am just not watching it June 14th 2022. But the information is still relevant
I see they have different amounts and different thicknesses/sizes.
Another great show & tell Thank you. Most prepper shows are men and of course, this is not in a man's choice to talk about but it's very important to talk about this matter. Very nice to have you on the preparedness shows. You are very good, and helpful.
The Best!💗
Thank you so much!
As another redhead, I feel you on the no color eyelashes. My daughter is luckly a natural. Great ideas for kit. I guess a small mirror is in one of the makeup pieces.
I have a bag that has bathroom medical hygeine products you name it it's in there!! Alot if people forget basics like aspirin Tylenol heartburn meds ect bandaids triple biotic cream these could be very important in emergency. Then another bag with all the extra cloths blanket tarp rain ponchos ect. I believe it's important to have it all you never know when you will be forced to stay outside. Love your show
Brilliant! Again.... I can't believe I missed this one. This is such very useful and important info. I hope more preppers create videos on this topic, these things need to be discussed more openly.
Thank you Pam. Peace and love from N.W. Ontario
You are very welcome. Glad it was useful.
I prefer the toilet paper tabs (coins) over baby or bathroom wipes because the wipes dry out after a year or so of storage. Of course, you can add water to the died-out wipes, but the tabs just take up so much less space and require less water to hydrate.
I agree, they do take up so much less space. Thanks for watching our channel.
I’m so glad I found your channel. There are yeast infection medications that are taken orally too. I keep them in my emergency storage and I never travel without at least two of them. That would be much more compact for your bag. A woman who can use them might consider a menstrual cup. I don’t recommend them for young girls. The cups have a learning curve but once you are used to them they are awesome. I boil them at the end of my period to kill any bacteria. I also really like the go girl funnels for when I’m peeing outdoors. We call those coin toilets whizzy wipes. I stock those too. My daughter is 12 and I’m peri menopausal and we wear period underwear every day. They are wonderful. I don’t want my little girl to get a surprise like I did when I was 13 and got my first period at a church social. I am not as regular as I used to be so there’s no more fear while I’m at work. The cloth pads are terrific as well. They wash well as do the underwear. You can get period bathing suits for little girls who aren’t using tampons too now.
Coin towels! Who knew? There are also some small washable antimicrobial cloths you can clip onto your pack, clothing, whatever, also made by a woman -owned company. We are reverting to the things our great grandmothers used!
Thanks for the tip.
Thank you so much. You are such a blessing. I absolutely love your videos. You are an excellent teacher.
Wow, thank you!
You are absolutely amazing! Thank you! My best friend Linda loves your channel and I do as well 💕
Lanky: We thank both of you for watching our channel. Jim
Bingeing on Rosey Red as my Mom calls her. Thank you so much for ALL the golden nuggets!
I can go with the idea of the personalized feminine hygiene bag containing things to clean with. I know from experience how even going somewhere for one day in a non emergency situation, how hunky a woman can feel! So, yeah, things I can keep clean with during an evacuation is a must.
Thanks for sharing!!
This was an awesome video on a topic that needed to be covered and never is. Got a few ideas of things I need to stock up on. Thank you so much.
I would like to thank you for this information very helpful for me to be able to repair the love of my life and the way you all of your information again thank you
I have learned SOOOO much from this video. I'm 67 and I had never heard of the diva cups or the coin cloths. Wow. This video was so educational. Pam, you are so beautiful inside and out. My mother was a redhead she was amazing and so smart.
I love your hair it is beautiful but in one video it was more natural and you looked beautiful. More like your sister wears hers. You should wear your hair like that sometimes. Either way, you are AWESOME!!
Also if someone gets a cut you can use that instead of a T-shirt to stop the bleeding and use some tape to hold it until you can get help
Thank you so much! You've covered an important subject that often gets overlooked. I love watching your channel.
I think I remember you from TV. I hope it's you. Bless you for your kind heart
Thank You for being brave enough! Yes we have come a long way in this department haven't we!
We absolutely have! Thanks for your comments.
Another gem very sweet and thoughtful and once again on point. Hmmm must get a kit together. That mini glimpse will be terrifying because - they do ! Oh my gosh Sad Not me eitherand Im loving the bathroom bag
I LOVE to use the pencil cases (which I snag after school goes back in session - usually on sale) to organize my items inside my bags/purses. I love how you did this video without making it awkward. I think it’s the science background that does that.
Thank you so much.
I have only recently found your channel. But what a refreshing find! You present much needed information clearly, concisely, with appropriate examples and instructions that are crystal clear. You have presented feminine hygiene in this video and covered things that I hadn't thought of including. This subject is one that I have not found addressed anywhere else and as always you present it with respect and with honesty. THANK YOU! I truly appreciate how you research and test many things before you present your findings to us. Please keep doing what you are doing! Your hard work is very much appreciated!
Thank you so much. We really appreciate your comments--very encouraging!
What a great video. I wish I had those items when I was a construction worker back in the day! When I got my menses, I never put my tampon in the porta potty because I didn't want the guys to know I was on the "rag" so I put it in my pocket lol! Nobody knew! Thanks for the video. Love them all.
I made some homemade cloth pads ill pin like the button around. I traced a disposable pad and sewed the edged and tripled up on the fabric in the middle. Pretty easy
Yes, it sounds that way.
I am going through your old videos that I have never seen. What great videos Pam thank you so much!
Thank you! Some of the early ones are so beginner quality! But that is how a learning curve works. You are kind to stick with them!
Very informative. You keep it real but in a way that's not gross or yucky. Very tactful and done with grace and dignity on a very tough subject.
I appreciate that! Thank you.
Thank you so much for this video.
It is refreshing (pun intended) to have a direct and frank discussion available on hygiene. So many folks dance around the subject as if is taboo. I am starting my own adventure into going toilet paper-¬less (think bidet and drying cloths) disposable diapers and paper towel-less at home. We have become SO dependent on everything being disposable.
Kris in Orlando
Thanks for sharing your information and I wish you the best of luck in your non-disposable campaign! I am old enough to remember the days of no disposables for diapers, kitchen towels, etc. You are brave to include TP in your campaign! I admire that.
You'll love the bidet! We switched to a bidet during the TP shortage last year and I made some drying cloths. We love it! Toilet paper now feels dirty in comparison! But we keep TP around for situations like a water outage.
When packing for young girls, try to stick to clean brands of disposable pads, like Natracare. Always and other standard brands light me up like fireworks with rash and that is NOT the place you want to discover an allergy with your first period.
Thank you so much for addressing these specific needs!
You are welcome.
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This is amazing!! I have 3 daughters. I needed this! I appreciate you and your channel. Thank you for caring enough about us women to make this video!
This was a great video!
Im new to your videos..
I've been making pads 4 my daughter now almost 40 for yrs she was unable to use reg feminine products allergic too them just as disposable diapers..So I made her pads...As a matter a fact just sent her a new batch last wk I made...It was great that you showed woman about these in case they didn't know or never thought of in the event couldn't get more supplies..They work so well an to use for incontinate also I use them..Washing is really not a big deal..An yo think you always have them an so not have to go buy them is handy , saves the environment an money also....Look forward to watching more videos ..Many blessings to you an yours.
WOW!!! What a wonderful comprehensive detailed video. Thank you so much for covering those things that others do not. I learned so very much. Thank you again!!!
Thank you for watching our channel.
I put a plastic snap on the front of the reusable pads I use...actually, half a snap and the other half on the corresponding part of my underwear. Works beautifully. Salt will also take care of the blood.
Excellent ideas. Thank you for sharing.
I didn't know abt salt. Been using cloth for a decade. I will try that. Mine the front and back fold to the middle and the wings fold over to make the pouch but since I started pairing my cloth with the Ziggy cup *different shape than the Luna style* I haven't had but a few stains to deal with. Is it a specific kind or just basic table salt?
@@ford4life069 just plain, cheap salt--don't waste your good, Real (Redmond) salt on it. I Was an EMT and this came in handy....just sayin'
@@MQTAful that is awesome to know. Every mom needs to know this for scraped knees and bonked noses. Thank you. 👍🏻