Co-op Anouncement

Hello Ladies,

I know that cloth menstrual pads may seem like to much to invest in all in one shot however if you wanted a whole stash most women look to sales and freebies. However there are things called Co-ops, Co-op prices are much lower then regular prices and are basically wholesale prices. Co-ops run for a month, have a open and close date and have a flat rate fee of $1.00 per order made by each person. Once the Co-op closes invoices are sent out and payment are due within 48 hours. Keep in mind that their is a wait time!. Some may see this as a downfall and others as a benefit. Once the Co-op closes their is approximately a 2-3 week production time before orders are mailed out. (I know what your thinking... YIKES! That is a long time...) Yes i know it is but i work miracles and i try to get things done as fast as possible to not make any one wait more then they should. Another plus is that shipping is determined by weight and location, however Shipping will be split amongst all the ladies who place their orders, so the shipping will be very low. Isn't that great!

So lets get to the point of my blog... (jejeje)

I am Running a Co-op for the Month of May-June 2013

Below is the information needed regarding the Co-op, If you would like to take part in the coop be sure to join my facebook group called Mama cloth menstrual pads, this group will help you stay up to date with news on the co-op, ask questions etc. (The group itself is great if you are cloth pad curious, make cloth pads, want to share your products or your stash)

So here goes...

Open: MAY 21, 2013
Close: JUNE 19, 2013
Payment due by: 6/22 @ Midnight

Co-op fee: $1 FLAT


ORGO PADS WEBSITE: Orgo Pads
View Pictures here: Print Options
Order Here: Order spreadsheet

 Reminder:

•  Please do not mess with other orders, Pick a column letter fill out your information at the top and simply scroll down and add the items you want with quantity as you go. Your total will automatically tally up on the bottom of the spreadsheet.

Thank you.

Sizes are as follows:

• Mini liners 5.5x2

• Petite liners 6x2.5

• Thong liners 5x1.5

• Pantyliner's 7.5x2.5

--->All mini, petite, thong and pantyliners = 1 layer of zorb through whole pad--->Engraved snap with absorbency indicator (L) for Light days 

• Light Day Pads 9.5x 2.5

--->Light day pads = 1.5 layer of zorb, 1 layer covers the whole pad and a 3 inch strip directly in center--->Engraved snap with absorbency indicator (M) for Moderate days 

• Heavy Day Pads 11.5x2.5

--->Heavy day pads = 2.5 layers of zorb, 1 layer covers the whole pad, 9 inch in center and  3 inch strip directly in center--->Engraved snap with absorbency indicator (S) for Super days 

• Postpartum Pads 13x3

--->Postpartum pads = 2.5 layers of zorb, 1 layer covers the whole pad, 11 inch in center and 3 inch strip directly in center --->Engraved snap with absorbency indicator (S) for Super days 

• Breast Pad 

1. Regular-
2. Overnight-

• Dual Pocket Wetbag

--->Medium wet bags are approximately 8x8" inches.--->WETBAG details: outside: 100% cotton print, inside: water resistant PUL only on one side(polyurethane laminate), Steam sealed PUL, nylon invisible YKK zipper, KAM snap holding both sides together, Strap to hold bag

• Laundry Mesh Bag

1. Small- 8" x 10"
2. Medium- 10" x 15"
3. Large- 14" x 20"

--->All Laundry Mesh bags have White 100% Nylon mesh,  Commercial paracord, Magenta short ellipse Toggle, and a Orgo Pads Label.

Lunette Menstrual Cups

More Options!

I know as a woman I love having a variety of options. Especially when it comes down to my menstrual cycle. Many women are not fund of pads and use "tampons" so why not give them an alternative option too like the Lunette Menstrual cup. The Lunette menstrual cup is as easy-to-use as a non-applicator tampon. You simply fold and insert. How easy is that?? 

Lunette Menstrual Cups are also:

Hygienic & Safe

Lunette menstrual cup doesn’t absorb moisture like tampons or cause sweating like pads. Lunette is made of soft medical grade silicone, not of rubber latex. 

Economical

The average woman spends between $48 – 84 per year on disposable tampons and pads. The Lunette is a one-time cost that will last for years. That saves you a chunk of money!

Environmentally friendly

A Lunette menstrual cup is an eco-thing. It will last for years and during the cup's lifespan, there will be no waste to dispose of – no accumulation of plastic applicators, wrappers or bio-waste from used tampons and pads. 

What are you waiting for? Try a healthier alternative for handling your period that will not limit you or compromise the environment. Go out there and live your life to the fullest – all month every month!

Orgo Pads Carries the Lunette Aine and Cynthia Cups which are beautiful Violet and Coral Colors.

Orgo Pads has come a long way in giving women variety and we are so glad we can offer Lunette Menstrual cups in our shop. In addition to adding Lunettes Aine and Cynthia cups in sizes 1 and 2 we have also added cleaning care products for your cups such as wipes and cleaning solution.

The following Cleaning care products are available for your Lunette Menstrual Cups:

FEELBETTER LIQUID WASH

LUNETTE DISINFECTING WIPES

If you dont see yourself making the switch maybe someone you know might. These make great gifts for a friend. =)

Check out Orgo Pads Website for new products.

Planet Wise wet bags

Planet Wise Wet bags Now available

Orgo Pads now have wet bags from planet wise available in small and medium sizes in various prints. Even though Orgo Pads is offering planet wise wet bags we will still offer our Dual pocket wetbags that is 8 x 8" and it will be listed under the wetbag section of our shop. If you dont know who planet wise is here is a little background information. 

Planet Wise Inc.™ is a privately owned family corporation; founded by Nicki Maynard and later joined by husband Jesse.  As a husband and wife team, we are working together to ensure the highest quality products while following responsible environmental and social business practices. 

Planet wise wet bags are environmentally friendly and economically friendly and are not only great to lug around pads but also food safe, so small planet wise bags can be used as snack bags for kids. Isn't that awsum!!

For more of there products visit Planet Wise

Orgo Pads has come a long way and has added many useful products and planet wise is one of them. 

We now carry the following wet bags and still have many more items from Planet Wise to come. 

PLANET WISE TRAVEL WET/DRY BAG

PLANET WISE SMALL WETBAGS

PLANET WISE MEDIUM WET/DRY BAG

Roll Down Medium Wet Bag

Flannel Wipes

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My Entrepreneur Experience

Hello Everyone,

As you all may not know i am a college student, I attend brooklyn college and am persuing my BS in psychology. Well any who I applied for an Entrepreneur program this semester and out of the 100's that applied to the program i "GOT IN". I was excited and extremely happy because i still had much to learn about running my own business. Especially since i had no business background, I was learning as i went which became complicated and hard sometimes when i ran into what i called a "bumpy road." The program is called The Liebowitz Entrepreneur Program, It helped me realize that my business is for me and that i should not be scared to take risks. If you ever needed that push to persue your entrepreneur endeavors Check out The Liebowitz Entrepreneur program on youtube. The videos have speakers that will help you realize that anyone can start their own business if they believe in themselves, their product and are determined.

I know their are many skeptical women out their especially when it comes to reusable menstrual cloth pads but i believe in my product and eventually cloth pads will be something women are used to hearing and seeing, I could only hope that one day Cloth menstrual pads will be the normative in society everywhere in the world.

Well i wanted to share with you that before i entered this program i feared speaking in public, talking to strangers and this program helped me brake out of my shell not completely but it helped me tremendously.

My fellow classmates and I had to present each weak in front of the class our business/ Ideas each week and we gave each other feedback which was helpful. In addition we also had to sell our products if we had any and of course i sold Orgo Pads outdoors on my campus even though i knew i was going to get criticism from girls/women because some people are just plain ignorant and thats fine. It was nerve wrecking knowing i would have to sell outdoors when the semester would come to an end but as I attended class i built confidence in myself and what i believed and i just went for it. On May 1st and May 8th from 1-4pm i packed and unloaded my car setup my table with Orgo Pads in every size along with Dual Pocket Wetbags, and Detergents. I even had my Sister-In-Law help me (she is not fully for cloth but she is getting used to the idea). =)

Vanessa Mercado / Owner (Left Side), Zinnia Islam (Right Side)

I knew what to expect from students, some girls/women stared at my products like they had blood stains on them already "Wierd Right", One girl even told me to get out here because my products were disturbing!, and some women were just ignorant. I was even stared at like i was a alien... LOL. On the other hand some people were grateful to know they had other options other then disposables and surprised as i was i made a few sales. To be honest i did not expect to sell one thing. However despite the criticism i stood strong and motivated and when their were customers interested i kept my smile and took my time to explain my product and the benefits.
Just a tip for some people: Dont let anyone knock you down =]

The way i displayed my products really attracted women. The colors/prints were so eye catching and looked so amazing, some just had to keep looking. Now I knew i had some peoples attention and some women's curiosity grew =) 

Top to bottom: Postpartum/overnight pads, Heavy day pads, Light Day Pads, Pantyliners

Round Basket: Petite Liners (Top), Mini Liners (Bottom)

Orgo Pads Promotional T-shirt: Now Available on www.orgopads.com

Detergent Display: Nellies All Natural Laundry Soda, Rockin Green, Eco Nuts, Buncha Farmers

I was so proud of myself for staying positive and sometimes that is just what you have to do to keep going and to really give your all. I may not be a well known brand like other menstrual cloth pad products but i take pride in what i do and am happy to know that i am able to help some women with Orgo Pad products. I am also looking forward to the new products i have coming soon to Orgo Pads website. 

I just want to thank my fans for there support and to my past/prior customers you have truly helped me come this far. =)