I was on state insurance as a child due to my family's low income and other contributing factors. So I got to lose my health insurance when I turned "19 and childless". Fun. Proud to be an American
kayaness is literally the most comfortable period underwear I've ever used. Absolutely love your product and am so thankful to finally find an ethical, environmentally friendly, and affordable option. Thank you for all the hard work you guys put into it!
I am slowly transitioning to a more sustainable period each cycle! Due to cost, I buy 1 pair of period underwear every cycle or 2 until I have enough pairs to get through most of my cycle! Just a few more to go and my next will definitely be from Kayaness!! Thank you for providing a sustainable, transparent, and small business!
I wish more people knew how the period affects EVERYTHING!! I'm a voice actor, and I schedule vocally stressful sessions for before or after my period, because our vocal cords are more susceptible to damage during. it's wild! (and I will NEVER go back to disposable period products, I'm sat here wearing my reusable period pants. thank you so much for talking about this! we need more people to talk about this!!)
18:49 for those on a budget/renting/ just in general can't get a bidet, I highly recommend getting a Peri Bottle! Pretty much a handheld bidet squirt bottle
Rinsing them in the shower with you is so clever! The most annoying part of period underwear to me is having to rinse out multiple pairs a day, then tossing em in the bucket. I'll try this strategy next cycle though!
This is the only time I've been legit excited to hear an influencer launching a clothing line omg. I find shopping so overwhelming and often turn to your channel for help on shopping more sustainably!
Can you please make a video on ways to pay respects to pass loved ones. I really struggle with how wasteful fake flowers are, and how harming balloons can be to release. I think we should bring awareness to this issue and let's offer other ideas like planting a plant on the grave, or thrifting something to put on their grave.
As a niece of a mortician, Some cemeteries have plant restrictions, so you would have to speak with the cemetery to see if planting is ok. My family leaves rocks
I've already bought some and used them! They are soooo comfortable for my plus size body. The shorts don't roll up, they might ride up but that's everything. And when it does it isn't uncomfortable!! So freaking nice. The other cut feel soooooo secure and it's so much better than other period underwear I've owned. And I have a heavy ass flo so this hasn't leaked or felt super uncomfortable when wearing it throughout the day. happy to be able to support Shelby too!
Thank you for sharing the realities! Period dignity for all❤ So many women STILL dont have access to sanitary materials- can you imagine how women in places like yemen, sudan, congo, gaza etc cope with the experience of periods when no materials, no clean water??!!!!
I’ve been using period panties for about 5 years now, too… and I love them (so does my daughter). I feel secure and comfortable. One thing I am curious about, have you prototyped any that have snaps on the sides for ease of change while out and about. As someone who has had to change her period panties in a public restroom, it is not a peaceful feeling to have to strip down your bottom half completely to change.
i wanted a bidet for quite a while and finally installed an attachment on my toilet this last weekend. i’m still getting used to it but i already know that it was definitely worth it!!
I'm so happy you created a line of period underwear! I used to use my Thinx every cycle until I found out they were linked to uterine cancer. I need to stock up on yours!
I’m not in the market for period underwear right now. I haven’t experienced a menstrual cycle in over 6 years. But if that changes, I’ll definitely buy from kayaness. They look super nice!
I appreciate your candor. It couldn't be easy putting this out there but I'll just say, you changed my whole life years ago with regards to aunt Flo coming to visit. Thanks ☺️
I used reusable pads - I had a tumor that caused tsunamis everyday. Surgery fixed that permanently. I love the idea to have my daughter use undies when her cycle starts. I hope the sizing works for tweens/teens!
just made my first purchase from kayaness ^^ im excited i do have the same experience with reusable pads, they keep moving around because they dont have grip and just 1 clutch. lol
Hi! Can’t wait to try the new underwear!! Can you please share examples of your hang dry system? I have the exact same setup and was contemplating buying a retractable cable to hang dry but yours seems even better!!! Thanks for all you do!
As someone with a birth control implant I've been on my period for 6 months plus I've lost count😅 period pads have changed my life!!! Don't count them out!!😊 super excited to check out the period panties!!!
Love, love the Oura as well! Had one for about 2 years and I love it soooo much! It's amazing what things affect your sleep, readiness, resilience and recognises housework as exercise!! Win!!
I've been needing more period undies and have been wanting to try other brands bc the victorias secret ones I use (I purchased them quite a while back bc while VS isn't a sustainable brand, with their coupons they were all i could afford at the time) are nice but I think they could defo be comfier. plus the second you said it was your brand I wanted to try :) also ty ty ty for being size inclusive for the small people. when I looked at the size chart and saw XS was 23" I could have cried. I think there could even be an XXS option.
I am 100% a tampon girly 💖✨ im 20 and i started my period at 11 and ive only ever used pads until Feb 2024 where i tried tampons for the first time and wow! It changed the period game, i use the lil lets non applicator tampons, they are amazing and made by a female gynaecologist which is a huge plus in my opinion ❤️❤️ I do want to try period underwear though but i absolutely despise pads 🤢🥴 so idk
I hate pads too but I love period underwear! I will say for the first days/heavier flow days it definitely can get that same feeling of blood just sitting on top of the fabric that pads give you, but I would still recommend trying a pair for nights or light days to see how you like them. Have also been meaning to try a menstrual cup sometime as a tampon replacement but I’m a little scared😅
Great video!!! I didn't have much of a cycle rn and I just use cloth..... But I will definitely be getting some of these for my daughter when she comes of age! I haven't checked your site yet, but if you don't have a "first period kit" that'd be sooooo cool for you guys to look into! I 1,000% trust that your company is doing the best of the best!! I've watched you since you were in the Garage Apt and you have helped me on my Zero/Low waste journey all along the way ❤. Thanks friend!
I hope you get answers about your irregular cycles. It’s so important to talk about so that people feel more comfortable reaching out for help and we can catch endo, fibroids etc. early
I'm transmasc and have to look into getting a PMDD diagnosis, and I can't tell you how validating it is to hear someone say that menstruation actually can & does affect day-to-day life. It gets...bad. Not to mention, my own Month Problems tend to have false ends; I use a cup (and occasionally reusable pads or clean rags when I can't be bothered) but a couple of pairs of underwear like this would definitely make life a little easier, I think. ...and you know you've definitely hit adulthood when you get excited about laundry-drying systems 💀 Dryers aren't usually used in Ireland and I would seriously be lost without my clothes horse.
JUST got my period & my Kayaness period undies are out for delivery today! I'm really excited to give them a go, which the fact that I'm literally excited about underwear is a testament to how exciting my life is LOL. I never thought I'd get to a point where I'd be comfy trying them out but your videos and info about caring for them/wearing them and cleaning gave me the push I needed to try it out. THANK YOU for making them high waisted btw! I've been a longtime sub/viewer and can't say enough good things about your content
This month will be the third time I use my period underwear and I can already tell that it is absolutley amazing! But I still have my menstrual cup and rest of tampons and pads (for sudden situations and also for guests).
*Please ignore if this is too personal* do you think birth control has a place in sustainable/zero waste lifestyles? I have an iud and I was thinking of how period underwear would be great bc my flow lightened up tremendously. I haven’t bought a full box of pads in literal years, which I’d consider unintentionally zero waste
birth control is health related and therefore not a “consumer choice”. It’s weird to me to think about it that way, especially since not all forms of birth control are available to everyone. People should make decisions about their birth control based on their medical needs, not to be a sustainable consumer.
Also side note before anyone else jumps on this comment, not having children is not more sustainable. Don't anyone think they're superior for not having kids. That is a personal choice and should be supported either way ❤️ I am personally on the pill but that doesn't have anything to do with sustainablily for me, it helps minimize pain and something i just found out recently is that it's kind of an antidepressant? Wild 🤷
I mentioned this as well. My IUD has made my period light to nonexistent. I haven't purchased period products in years. Obviously any contraceptive product will only be worth looking into if you are seeking contraception (or are at least otherwise not trying to have children). But for anyone considering contraceptive options, it's worth noting that some of them have the potential pleasant bonus of much lighter periods (or even no periods).
I use the cup for during the day but would LOVE the period underwear for home and sleeping. I will eventually purchase from K&S because I’m interested and love what you stand for however living in an apartment makes that hard. Using shared laundry with other tenants and personally wouldn’t want to wash the underwear with that BUT the day I get my own wash/dry I 100% will buy! I just really appreciate how real you are on your videos. No BS, straight to the point, and passionate about your beliefs!
I did the pre-order of the high waist and love them. I really appreciate that there’s no mesh on the high-waist option, like that other brand. As a plus size person, I like that the leg holes don’t feel like a tourniquet, though I do wish they provided a little more coverage for those of us with more front to cover 😂 but that’s difficult in any period panty. Overall, great product and I plan to add to my collection as my budget allows.
I only have one pair of Kayaness underwear so far, but let me tell y'all, I LOVE THEM. I have 7 pairs of the brand that you (Shelbi) used to use, and my main issue with those underwear themselves is the lack of coverage in the front and how easily they leak from the sides. I have endometriosis so my flow can be unpredictable and some days with that other brand I have to change the underwear within minutes of waking up. With the Kayaness pair that I have, I have coincidentally worn them on my heaviest day each cycle and they work FLAWLESSLY. The coverage in the front is the perfect length and they haven't even come close to leaking. Will for sure be buying more when I have the money! Also, Alter Eco is my favorite chocolate brand and I get myself a truffle literally every time I'm at the store lol
You are so real for the uncomfortable noises with the cup 🤣🤣🤣😭😭 I have endo and the only thing that’s helped is a stupidly high dose of norethindrone, but before that I used a disc. Now I don’t have periods anymore (bc of the medicine) but I would absolutely try your design if I still did (and will return to them if, god forbid, I end up getting periods again 😵💫)
I do too. I figure since I rinse them until the water runs totally clear, they’re probably pretty clean. I always wash my clothes with cold water, and I wouldn’t put them with whites or anything nice.
No I wash them with my clothes too! The brand of period underwear I use say it's totally fine to do that. We're rinsing them out before washing anyways so its really no different from washing normal underwear
I have a few thoughts! One, congratulations!! When I'm ready to buy a new pair of period underwear I will definitely be supporting! I love high waisted period underwear they are a must! Two, some thing I will say about period Underwear is that I really only wear them to sleep or at home because of the way they work is they keep a lot of moisture in and that can be rash-inducing for me because of sweat down there and it becomes uncomfortable sweaty and kind of smelly if I'm moving around the world wearing period underwear, or even disposable pads in that case. Three, a bidet or bum gun is amazing for feeling cleaner on your period!! Love it
Very excited about your period underwear!! I also used to use the other brand but especially after some health concerns (that I didn’t have free mental capacity to research if it was true or not) with those ones I didn’t feel comfortable buying them and I’ve been really in need of some more period underwear for a while. And a great new way to support your channel 😊. I wear a bunch of pairs because with an irregular cycle I like to wear them when I’m in the “danger zone” so I don’t get caught unprepared somewhere like work. And it’s guilt free when it’s not a disposable product so finding reusable products was a game changer for me … I think almost ten years ago. Also *yes to bidets*. 🎉
TMI question- I just wonder how do you change the cup? for example in cubicle at work? I have very heavy period.. Do you still need to get in with your fingers to get it out? If yes then blood would cover my fingers and there is no water to wash my hands before I touch anything else. With period pants - usually you need to change the underwear which may difficult if you wear trousers or jeans and carry them in your bag for all day… and the nightmare of thought that it may leaks or smells…
@@eveliinalt my job isn't a typical 9-5 so it works very well for me - i work only a few hours at a time. But even on a heavy day for me, my cup does well without changing for a while
Hey Shelbie, I just checked Kaianess website. Good job! Hope yall will grow and eventually come out with a bikini style. Even if its less leakproof, some of us have smaller flow. Love and congrats
This is wonderful! I use period panties already and I am all about my Tushy bidet. I just looked on the site to see that the gusset looks like it goes from front waist to back waist… I will be ordering!
I have two pairs of period underwear and am saving up to buy more. As someone with a moderate flow on my heaviest days, my period underwear lasts my work day, then I put on the fresh pair after I come home and shower. I'm using organic pads otherwise, not ideal, but it's better than the garbage I used as a kid, haha. I'm hoping to have enough saved up to fill out my drawer by the fall
Reusable pads can have more than one set of snaps, and I’ve seen at least one brand with a grippy portion on the back. Good that you’ve found an option that works for you, but I feel that at least the snap thing should’ve been pointed out. I got a few pads from GladRags earlier this year, and while I’d prefer having more snaps, my experience has been satisfactory enough; they’re explicit about gender inclusivity, they only use cotton and metal snaps in their pads, and they give back to folks in need of menstrual supplies. I bought them because I’ve kept putting off making my own, which I still might do, adding more snaps and customizing the design to my liking.
Just wrapped up my cycle and it was my first cycle with kayaness. so grateful that they aren't lacy, I always be ripping another brand because why is there two inches of lacy on top. I also found that they aren't as bulky! looking forward to ordering more. I will say that the tanks are very cute, but as someone who is blessed in the chest, I don't think i'll be ordering another one 😂
Thank you for sharing your routine. I have endometriosis and some months are worst than others. Last month it gave me intussusception and a trip to the hospital. The Tushy bidet has been a lifesaver and I am excited to try out Kayaness (boy shorts just arrived)! In case anyone here is interested, I found the book WomanCode by Alisa Vitti helpful in regards to activities and nutrition that follow your cycle. Take care everyone :)
I used to be a menstrual cup girly but can’t now that I have an iud and I’ve been thinking about switching to period underwear this might be a sign. I will say I don’t wear high waisted pants at all so I a bikini silhouette would be awesome 🙏 ik the production process takes a while but I would definitely order multiples
I love period underwear but as a heavy flow girly I haven’t found a brand that works for the first half of my cycle. Ideally I would like to use 2-3max a day cause it’s inconvenient to change underwear midday when you work and you wear pants. I will give yours a go and see
I would definitely try your undies once I need update my current period undies, I have a really heavy flow and I used to used tampons primarily but I just found that I was going through them so fast as they were so expensive that period underwear was an awesome investment.
Obviously this is not something everyone can implement, but my zero waste period routine at the moment is....having an IUD. After my IUD being in for a couple of years, my period got to where it doesn't come most months, and when it does, it's light enough that I often don't even bother to have any pad or anything, I just free bleed and wash my underwear (there isn't enough bleeding to leak through my underwear). It's been an extremely pleasant side effect of the IUD, Worth taking into account if you are considering contraceptive options. (Before the IUD, I used both a menstrual cup and period underwear, and I enjoyed both. Side note, I have never pre-rinsed my period underwear. I just throw it in the laundry. Everything has been fine so far.)
I also get triggered when trying to look for things. It was one of the first mental health things I noticed was an issue as a teen, it was that bad. I became actively mean when I couldn't find my dancing shoes for show choir.
Congrats on the new company!! Wish these were around when I was your age! Perhaps your company may develop incontinence products in the future as well? Not only for pre-/menopausal women, but pregnant & new mothers need them!! The market is 😱 screaming for them!! Or maybe your period undies can do double duty?
I notice my older period underwear start to get less absorbent over a couple of years esp if they get accidentally dried. I just use those older ones for lighter days. I’ve tried at least 5 brands of period undies and that’s been the most consistent part.
I've only used period pads and not underwear, but I purchased my first set in February 2019 and only just had to get new ones in September 2023 when they started leaking through and I knew it was time for a refresh so they lasted almost 5 years.
I would say that the amount of period underwear I use per cycle equals the number of pads I used to use. I would base it off that for people trying to figure it out. My period underwear are actually more comfortable than my normal underwear. But the normal underwear I have isn’t great quality - need to find some better options. I got my period underwear from Aisle because they were the first company to make them and they’re B corp certified. But they are in Canada, so Shelbi’s brand might be better for people wanting to support American companies. Haven’t tried her underwear. I personally don’t like high-wasted underwear, but I’m sure they’re great for people who do
I use a contraceptive implant, and one of the possible side effects is constant bleeding or spotting. Well, I'm one of those people lol. I'm so grateful for my period underwear!!
Ha I just realized I like watching your videos just for hanging out with you like a friend cuz my spouse walked by and was like how do you watch 20 minutes about such a simple thing 😆 1) buy period underwear 2)bleed 3) wash said underwear 4) repeat. Done. They don't understand 😅
I can’t believe I never thought to bring my period underwear into the shower with me…. Did that right after watching since it’s my shark week and boy oh boy, great decision. I’ll also be trying out those boy shorts to sleep in! I’m always running out so it’ll be worth it!!!
It looks like your underwear brand has good coverage. I personally just use my period underwear for a backup in case my cup leaks, but it only has the pad part where the normal underwear lines are! I really love the cup b/c I can't feel the blood falling out and I feel I can go longer without emptying it than what I do changing a pad. The downside to a cup is that when you need to change it in public, you better hope it's a single person bathroom with the sink in the room. I've had to change it in a normal public bathroom and I came out with blood all over my hand. I know I've heard of people taking their water bottle in with them to rinse it and rinse their hand, but I'm just supposed to sit it on the ground!?! yuck!
what are your laundry closet door hooks called? I looked all over the place and couldn't find anything like them, we have the same setup in our house and those hooks would be amazing.
I never feel like my input is helpful bc I have a very light cycle, but I wear one a day and wash in my regular laundry. This would be different if I have a heavier cycle.
Also just started my period. I don't even have a bucket cuz my shower isn't really set up for that. I just hang em over the faucet to rinse when I shower. My husband is super chill so he'll just move em if I haven't rinsed them yet.
I would LOVE to try your underwear, but i cant afford to buy 7 pairs all at once. Is it possible to hosts "deals" where is you buy more than one you get them cheaper? Or Bogo deals? You deserve everything you put into your product and i definitely do not want to take that from you, but a started pack would be incredibly helpful, financially.
Totally get it & appreciate all the feedback! We have bundle deals that apply automatically on the website (we should put that on the page lol) I’ll get to working on that!!
I'm still very happy with the re-usable cotton pads I have however if you ever decide to sell the toilet cleaners you mentioned before in your other videos, I'll buy from you. I'm just overwhelmed with the concept of making a toilet cleaner.
I have to say, I'm a cup person. Love a cup, will probably always use a cup. However my young daughter who has just started her cycle loves your underwear! Great investment I believe.
I am looking for something for when I am sleeping as like an extra leak protection. For some reason my body gets me up every 2 hours during the start of my period. Seems like it can be heavy while I am sleeping, which is annoying. Thanks for the code!
The American dream of turning 26 and losing that last bit of childhood security
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I was on state insurance as a child due to my family's low income and other contributing factors. So I got to lose my health insurance when I turned "19 and childless". Fun. Proud to be an American
kayaness is literally the most comfortable period underwear I've ever used. Absolutely love your product and am so thankful to finally find an ethical, environmentally friendly, and affordable option. Thank you for all the hard work you guys put into it!
OMG thank you so so much!! Happy we could make something you love & I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the support 🥹
I am slowly transitioning to a more sustainable period each cycle! Due to cost, I buy 1 pair of period underwear every cycle or 2 until I have enough pairs to get through most of my cycle! Just a few more to go and my next will definitely be from Kayaness!! Thank you for providing a sustainable, transparent, and small business!
I added your period underwear to my baby registry to try out postpartum!
Oh, good extra absorbent period undies are a lifesaver after having a baby!
That is a fantastic idea I'll need to do the same!
I'm pregnant and I'm actually considering this, I use cups for periods but you can't use cups postpartum
I wish more people knew how the period affects EVERYTHING!! I'm a voice actor, and I schedule vocally stressful sessions for before or after my period, because our vocal cords are more susceptible to damage during. it's wild!
(and I will NEVER go back to disposable period products, I'm sat here wearing my reusable period pants. thank you so much for talking about this! we need more people to talk about this!!)
YES! I'm a singer!! Sometimes it's rough performing through my period.
18:49 for those on a budget/renting/ just in general can't get a bidet, I highly recommend getting a Peri Bottle! Pretty much a handheld bidet squirt bottle
The amount of toilet paper I use on my period has greatly reduced with it
I was going to comment the same thing! Just try to wash it regularly and don’t leave water sitting in it
There are 'portable' bidet's so when you move you can take it w/you!
Rinsing them in the shower with you is so clever! The most annoying part of period underwear to me is having to rinse out multiple pairs a day, then tossing em in the bucket. I'll try this strategy next cycle though!
I do this as well and it is so much easier I just step on them as I’m showering like I am doing manual laundry 😂
This is the only time I've been legit excited to hear an influencer launching a clothing line omg. I find shopping so overwhelming and often turn to your channel for help on shopping more sustainably!
I just started my period like 5 mins ago and then this popps up✨
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We need so many more videos like this! I hope more and more people choose sustainable period products and less of the disposable kinds.
Can you please make a video on ways to pay respects to pass loved ones. I really struggle with how wasteful fake flowers are, and how harming balloons can be to release. I think we should bring awareness to this issue and let's offer other ideas like planting a plant on the grave, or thrifting something to put on their grave.
As a niece of a mortician, Some cemeteries have plant restrictions, so you would have to speak with the cemetery to see if planting is ok.
My family leaves rocks
I've already bought some and used them! They are soooo comfortable for my plus size body. The shorts don't roll up, they might ride up but that's everything. And when it does it isn't uncomfortable!! So freaking nice. The other cut feel soooooo secure and it's so much better than other period underwear I've owned. And I have a heavy ass flo so this hasn't leaked or felt super uncomfortable when wearing it throughout the day. happy to be able to support Shelby too!
i would have NEVER thought of the wet bags!! omg definitely gonna have my first sustainable period next month
So happy to be on this journey with you!! And, yes, truly the MOST comfortable.
Wouldn’t want to be on this journey with anyone else 🫶
Thank you for sharing the realities! Period dignity for all❤
So many women STILL dont have access to sanitary materials- can you imagine how women in places like yemen, sudan, congo, gaza etc cope with the experience of periods when no materials, no clean water??!!!!
I’ve been using period panties for about 5 years now, too… and I love them (so does my daughter). I feel secure and comfortable. One thing I am curious about, have you prototyped any that have snaps on the sides for ease of change while out and about. As someone who has had to change her period panties in a public restroom, it is not a peaceful feeling to have to strip down your bottom half completely to change.
Such a good idea!
Yes! I prefer wearing pants but at work when I have to change my period underwear it’s an ordeal! Snaps on the side would be awesome
i wanted a bidet for quite a while and finally installed an attachment on my toilet this last weekend. i’m still getting used to it but i already know that it was definitely worth it!!
I'm so happy you created a line of period underwear! I used to use my Thinx every cycle until I found out they were linked to uterine cancer. I need to stock up on yours!
I’m not in the market for period underwear right now. I haven’t experienced a menstrual cycle in over 6 years. But if that changes, I’ll definitely buy from kayaness. They look super nice!
I appreciate your candor. It couldn't be easy putting this out there but I'll just say, you changed my whole life years ago with regards to aunt Flo coming to visit. Thanks ☺️
I used reusable pads - I had a tumor that caused tsunamis everyday. Surgery fixed that permanently. I love the idea to have my daughter use undies when her cycle starts. I hope the sizing works for tweens/teens!
just made my first purchase from kayaness ^^ im excited i do have the same experience with reusable pads, they keep moving around because they dont have grip and just 1 clutch. lol
I sewed mine to boxers and I have no issue. Just sew along the edges and a small row of stitches in the center.
@@mimmikibilly that was soooooo clever omg . i will keep in mind!
This is awesome! Excited to have a small biz option for the future when I have periods again (iud blessing). Looking forward to more styles!
Can't wait to use your reusable garments! Really love your thoughtfulness with all the corporate parts of being an owner 💚
Hi! Can’t wait to try the new underwear!! Can you please share examples of your hang dry system? I have the exact same setup and was contemplating buying a retractable cable to hang dry but yours seems even better!!! Thanks for all you do!
We love a transparent supply chain 😤
I’ll definitely be supporting and trying these out! ❤
What exciting news! I know how passionate you've been about this topic for years. It is exciting to see you launch this brand ❤
Such a good idea to put the bucket by the shower! Should definitely help me I always forget or don't have the executive functioning to do so properly
I'm so happy to hear you've launched a brand of period underwear. After mine wear out, I'll buy some
As someone with a birth control implant I've been on my period for 6 months plus I've lost count😅 period pads have changed my life!!! Don't count them out!!😊 super excited to check out the period panties!!!
Love, love the Oura as well! Had one for about 2 years and I love it soooo much! It's amazing what things affect your sleep, readiness, resilience and recognises housework as exercise!! Win!!
I've been needing more period undies and have been wanting to try other brands bc the victorias secret ones I use (I purchased them quite a while back bc while VS isn't a sustainable brand, with their coupons they were all i could afford at the time) are nice but I think they could defo be comfier. plus the second you said it was your brand I wanted to try :)
also ty ty ty for being size inclusive for the small people. when I looked at the size chart and saw XS was 23" I could have cried. I think there could even be an XXS option.
I love this for you. I've tried period underwear but always have to go back to pads because nothing (sometimes, not even pads) can handle my flow 😩
I am 100% a tampon girly 💖✨ im 20 and i started my period at 11 and ive only ever used pads until Feb 2024 where i tried tampons for the first time and wow! It changed the period game, i use the lil lets non applicator tampons, they are amazing and made by a female gynaecologist which is a huge plus in my opinion ❤️❤️
I do want to try period underwear though but i absolutely despise pads 🤢🥴 so idk
I hate pads too but I love period underwear! I will say for the first days/heavier flow days it definitely can get that same feeling of blood just sitting on top of the fabric that pads give you, but I would still recommend trying a pair for nights or light days to see how you like them. Have also been meaning to try a menstrual cup sometime as a tampon replacement but I’m a little scared😅
Great video!!! I didn't have much of a cycle rn and I just use cloth.....
But I will definitely be getting some of these for my daughter when she comes of age!
I haven't checked your site yet, but if you don't have a "first period kit" that'd be sooooo cool for you guys to look into!
I 1,000% trust that your company is doing the best of the best!!
I've watched you since you were in the Garage Apt and you have helped me on my Zero/Low waste journey all along the way ❤.
Thanks friend!
I hope you get answers about your irregular cycles. It’s so important to talk about so that people feel more comfortable reaching out for help and we can catch endo, fibroids etc. early
I'm transmasc and have to look into getting a PMDD diagnosis, and I can't tell you how validating it is to hear someone say that menstruation actually can & does affect day-to-day life. It gets...bad. Not to mention, my own Month Problems tend to have false ends; I use a cup (and occasionally reusable pads or clean rags when I can't be bothered) but a couple of pairs of underwear like this would definitely make life a little easier, I think.
...and you know you've definitely hit adulthood when you get excited about laundry-drying systems
💀 Dryers aren't usually used in Ireland and I would seriously be lost without my clothes horse.
JUST got my period & my Kayaness period undies are out for delivery today! I'm really excited to give them a go, which the fact that I'm literally excited about underwear is a testament to how exciting my life is LOL. I never thought I'd get to a point where I'd be comfy trying them out but your videos and info about caring for them/wearing them and cleaning gave me the push I needed to try it out. THANK YOU for making them high waisted btw! I've been a longtime sub/viewer and can't say enough good things about your content
This month will be the third time I use my period underwear and I can already tell that it is absolutley amazing! But I still have my menstrual cup and rest of tampons and pads (for sudden situations and also for guests).
I got my first pair and I’m already loving!
*Please ignore if this is too personal* do you think birth control has a place in sustainable/zero waste lifestyles? I have an iud and I was thinking of how period underwear would be great bc my flow lightened up tremendously. I haven’t bought a full box of pads in literal years, which I’d consider unintentionally zero waste
birth control is health related and therefore not a “consumer choice”. It’s weird to me to think about it that way, especially since not all forms of birth control are available to everyone. People should make decisions about their birth control based on their medical needs, not to be a sustainable consumer.
Also side note before anyone else jumps on this comment, not having children is not more sustainable. Don't anyone think they're superior for not having kids. That is a personal choice and should be supported either way ❤️ I am personally on the pill but that doesn't have anything to do with sustainablily for me, it helps minimize pain and something i just found out recently is that it's kind of an antidepressant? Wild 🤷
I mentioned this as well. My IUD has made my period light to nonexistent. I haven't purchased period products in years. Obviously any contraceptive product will only be worth looking into if you are seeking contraception (or are at least otherwise not trying to have children). But for anyone considering contraceptive options, it's worth noting that some of them have the potential pleasant bonus of much lighter periods (or even no periods).
I use the cup for during the day but would LOVE the period underwear for home and sleeping. I will eventually purchase from K&S because I’m interested and love what you stand for however living in an apartment makes that hard. Using shared laundry with other tenants and personally wouldn’t want to wash the underwear with that BUT the day I get my own wash/dry I 100% will buy! I just really appreciate how real you are on your videos. No BS, straight to the point, and passionate about your beliefs!
I did the pre-order of the high waist and love them. I really appreciate that there’s no mesh on the high-waist option, like that other brand. As a plus size person, I like that the leg holes don’t feel like a tourniquet, though I do wish they provided a little more coverage for those of us with more front to cover 😂 but that’s difficult in any period panty. Overall, great product and I plan to add to my collection as my budget allows.
Gonna buy some right now!!!
YES to the stress of looking for something. Especially if I know for sure that I’m not the one who moved something. I get so irritated so fast.
I only have one pair of Kayaness underwear so far, but let me tell y'all, I LOVE THEM. I have 7 pairs of the brand that you (Shelbi) used to use, and my main issue with those underwear themselves is the lack of coverage in the front and how easily they leak from the sides. I have endometriosis so my flow can be unpredictable and some days with that other brand I have to change the underwear within minutes of waking up. With the Kayaness pair that I have, I have coincidentally worn them on my heaviest day each cycle and they work FLAWLESSLY. The coverage in the front is the perfect length and they haven't even come close to leaking. Will for sure be buying more when I have the money!
Also, Alter Eco is my favorite chocolate brand and I get myself a truffle literally every time I'm at the store lol
You are so real for the uncomfortable noises with the cup 🤣🤣🤣😭😭
I have endo and the only thing that’s helped is a stupidly high dose of norethindrone, but before that I used a disc. Now I don’t have periods anymore (bc of the medicine) but I would absolutely try your design if I still did (and will return to them if, god forbid, I end up getting periods again 😵💫)
Fellow endo and norethindrone twin here lol
I will definitely be buying them to try them.
Oh, i always wash mine with my othwr clothes! Idk if I'm weird for doing that haha
You're not the only one! Although I usually only do them with towels and socks/non-period underwear.
I do too. I figure since I rinse them until the water runs totally clear, they’re probably pretty clean. I always wash my clothes with cold water, and I wouldn’t put them with whites or anything nice.
No I wash them with my clothes too! The brand of period underwear I use say it's totally fine to do that. We're rinsing them out before washing anyways so its really no different from washing normal underwear
I have a few thoughts!
One, congratulations!! When I'm ready to buy a new pair of period underwear I will definitely be supporting! I love high waisted period underwear they are a must!
Two, some thing I will say about period Underwear is that I really only wear them to sleep or at home because of the way they work is they keep a lot of moisture in and that can be rash-inducing for me because of sweat down there and it becomes uncomfortable sweaty and kind of smelly if I'm moving around the world wearing period underwear, or even disposable pads in that case.
Three, a bidet or bum gun is amazing for feeling cleaner on your period!! Love it
My period is raging today this is perfect timing 🙌🏻
Very excited about your period underwear!! I also used to use the other brand but especially after some health concerns (that I didn’t have free mental capacity to research if it was true or not) with those ones I didn’t feel comfortable buying them and I’ve been really in need of some more period underwear for a while. And a great new way to support your channel 😊. I wear a bunch of pairs because with an irregular cycle I like to wear them when I’m in the “danger zone” so I don’t get caught unprepared somewhere like work. And it’s guilt free when it’s not a disposable product so finding reusable products was a game changer for me … I think almost ten years ago. Also *yes to bidets*. 🎉
I'm like actually somewhat excited for my period this month bc of my new kayaness undies ❤ (you know, as excited as one can be for a period lol)
Thank you so much for supporting us!! 🤗
I've also never worn a tampon! I currently do both a cup and period underwear
TMI question- I just wonder how do you change the cup? for example in cubicle at work? I have very heavy period..
Do you still need to get in with your fingers to get it out? If yes then blood would cover my fingers and there is no water to wash my hands before I touch anything else. With period pants - usually you need to change the underwear which may difficult if you wear trousers or jeans and carry them in your bag for all day… and the nightmare of thought that it may leaks or smells…
@@eveliinalt my job isn't a typical 9-5 so it works very well for me - i work only a few hours at a time. But even on a heavy day for me, my cup does well without changing for a while
I no longer have a period, but this is awesome!!! Yeah!
I just got mine in the mail and am excited to get my period to try them!!
Just bought the period underwear! 🎉Thank you
So excited to try them!!❤
Hey Shelbie, I just checked Kaianess website. Good job! Hope yall will grow and eventually come out with a bikini style. Even if its less leakproof, some of us have smaller flow. Love and congrats
Our bidet and cloth toilet paper routine has changed our family’s bathroom life!! We will never go back!!
This is wonderful! I use period panties already and I am all about my Tushy bidet.
I just looked on the site to see that the gusset looks like it goes from front waist to back waist… I will be ordering!
I have two pairs of period underwear and am saving up to buy more. As someone with a moderate flow on my heaviest days, my period underwear lasts my work day, then I put on the fresh pair after I come home and shower. I'm using organic pads otherwise, not ideal, but it's better than the garbage I used as a kid, haha. I'm hoping to have enough saved up to fill out my drawer by the fall
Reusable pads can have more than one set of snaps, and I’ve seen at least one brand with a grippy portion on the back. Good that you’ve found an option that works for you, but I feel that at least the snap thing should’ve been pointed out.
I got a few pads from GladRags earlier this year, and while I’d prefer having more snaps, my experience has been satisfactory enough; they’re explicit about gender inclusivity, they only use cotton and metal snaps in their pads, and they give back to folks in need of menstrual supplies. I bought them because I’ve kept putting off making my own, which I still might do, adding more snaps and customizing the design to my liking.
Just wrapped up my cycle and it was my first cycle with kayaness. so grateful that they aren't lacy, I always be ripping another brand because why is there two inches of lacy on top. I also found that they aren't as bulky! looking forward to ordering more.
I will say that the tanks are very cute, but as someone who is blessed in the chest, I don't think i'll be ordering another one 😂
I love how wide the absorbent sections are in those undies!
Thank you for sharing your routine. I have endometriosis and some months are worst than others. Last month it gave me intussusception and a trip to the hospital. The Tushy bidet has been a lifesaver and I am excited to try out Kayaness (boy shorts just arrived)! In case anyone here is interested, I found the book WomanCode by Alisa Vitti helpful in regards to activities and nutrition that follow your cycle. Take care everyone :)
You convinced me to get a bidet attachment…and I LOVE IT!!
Loved ittt, sooo comfy and yess it's true size, I'd love if you come with color nude ❤❤
THE WET BAG NEVER HEARD OF IT IM GETTING IT THANK YOU I’ve been just using like a couple target bags and it’s just not it
I used to be a menstrual cup girly but can’t now that I have an iud and I’ve been thinking about switching to period underwear this might be a sign. I will say I don’t wear high waisted pants at all so I a bikini silhouette would be awesome 🙏 ik the production process takes a while but I would definitely order multiples
I love period underwear but as a heavy flow girly I haven’t found a brand that works for the first half of my cycle. Ideally I would like to use 2-3max a day cause it’s inconvenient to change underwear midday when you work and you wear pants. I will give yours a go and see
I would definitely try your undies once I need update my current period undies, I have a really heavy flow and I used to used tampons primarily but I just found that I was going through them so fast as they were so expensive that period underwear was an awesome investment.
Obviously this is not something everyone can implement, but my zero waste period routine at the moment is....having an IUD. After my IUD being in for a couple of years, my period got to where it doesn't come most months, and when it does, it's light enough that I often don't even bother to have any pad or anything, I just free bleed and wash my underwear (there isn't enough bleeding to leak through my underwear). It's been an extremely pleasant side effect of the IUD, Worth taking into account if you are considering contraceptive options. (Before the IUD, I used both a menstrual cup and period underwear, and I enjoyed both. Side note, I have never pre-rinsed my period underwear. I just throw it in the laundry. Everything has been fine so far.)
I also get triggered when trying to look for things. It was one of the first mental health things I noticed was an issue as a teen, it was that bad. I became actively mean when I couldn't find my dancing shoes for show choir.
I bought some to replace some poorer quality ones just yesterday. looking forward to see them arrive and give them a try
Congrats on the new company!! Wish these were around when I was your age! Perhaps your company may develop incontinence products in the future as well? Not only for pre-/menopausal women, but pregnant & new mothers need them!! The market is 😱 screaming for them!! Or maybe your period undies can do double duty?
Cannot wait to try your brand as soon as my current ones wear out!
I was wondering, does period underwear have a shelf life?
I notice my older period underwear start to get less absorbent over a couple of years esp if they get accidentally dried. I just use those older ones for lighter days. I’ve tried at least 5 brands of period undies and that’s been the most consistent part.
I've only used period pads and not underwear, but I purchased my first set in February 2019 and only just had to get new ones in September 2023 when they started leaking through and I knew it was time for a refresh so they lasted almost 5 years.
I would say that the amount of period underwear I use per cycle equals the number of pads I used to use. I would base it off that for people trying to figure it out.
My period underwear are actually more comfortable than my normal underwear. But the normal underwear I have isn’t great quality - need to find some better options. I got my period underwear from Aisle because they were the first company to make them and they’re B corp certified. But they are in Canada, so Shelbi’s brand might be better for people wanting to support American companies. Haven’t tried her underwear. I personally don’t like high-wasted underwear, but I’m sure they’re great for people who do
I use a contraceptive implant, and one of the possible side effects is constant bleeding or spotting. Well, I'm one of those people lol. I'm so grateful for my period underwear!!
Ha I just realized I like watching your videos just for hanging out with you like a friend cuz my spouse walked by and was like how do you watch 20 minutes about such a simple thing 😆 1) buy period underwear 2)bleed 3) wash said underwear 4) repeat. Done. They don't understand 😅
I can’t believe I never thought to bring my period underwear into the shower with me…. Did that right after watching since it’s my shark week and boy oh boy, great decision. I’ll also be trying out those boy shorts to sleep in! I’m always running out so it’ll be worth it!!!
I love the air drying method. Do you have an issue with the clothes making puddles?
I love the boy short with the over sized top!! Maybe one day we can get period leggings?! 👀
hahaha STOP!! i laughed out loud at the american dream bit.
I only use period underwear too! Will use tampons in emergency situations only
I don't like my Think X one. I also don't like that option so I'm going to for more biodegradable pads instead.
It looks like your underwear brand has good coverage. I personally just use my period underwear for a backup in case my cup leaks, but it only has the pad part where the normal underwear lines are! I really love the cup b/c I can't feel the blood falling out and I feel I can go longer without emptying it than what I do changing a pad. The downside to a cup is that when you need to change it in public, you better hope it's a single person bathroom with the sink in the room. I've had to change it in a normal public bathroom and I came out with blood all over my hand. I know I've heard of people taking their water bottle in with them to rinse it and rinse their hand, but I'm just supposed to sit it on the ground!?! yuck!
what are your laundry closet door hooks called? I looked all over the place and couldn't find anything like them, we have the same setup in our house and those hooks would be amazing.
I havent had insurance since i was 18. Its been crazy. Im 28 now. Just graduated college and hope to get a job with inaurance 😅 wish me luck
I never feel like my input is helpful bc I have a very light cycle, but I wear one a day and wash in my regular laundry. This would be different if I have a heavier cycle.
I have a light cycle too, this is helpful! :)
Do you have plans to add any more styles of the period underwear?
Also just started my period. I don't even have a bucket cuz my shower isn't really set up for that. I just hang em over the faucet to rinse when I shower. My husband is super chill so he'll just move em if I haven't rinsed them yet.
Tbh loved the style of this video
I would LOVE to try your underwear, but i cant afford to buy 7 pairs all at once. Is it possible to hosts "deals" where is you buy more than one you get them cheaper? Or Bogo deals? You deserve everything you put into your product and i definitely do not want to take that from you, but a started pack would be incredibly helpful, financially.
Totally get it & appreciate all the feedback! We have bundle deals that apply automatically on the website (we should put that on the page lol) I’ll get to working on that!!
I'm still very happy with the re-usable cotton pads I have however if you ever decide to sell the toilet cleaners you mentioned before in your other videos, I'll buy from you. I'm just overwhelmed with the concept of making a toilet cleaner.
What disposable pads do you use during emergency situations such as travel??
August! I know their founder 🤗
Thank you🤗
I also have a hook in my shower to hang dry them!
I have to say, I'm a cup person. Love a cup, will probably always use a cup. However my young daughter who has just started her cycle loves your underwear! Great investment I believe.
Do you know if there are plans for more styles in the works? I’m a little worried the high waisted ones might show above my pants
I am looking for something for when I am sleeping as like an extra leak protection. For some reason my body gets me up every 2 hours during the start of my period. Seems like it can be heavy while I am sleeping, which is annoying. Thanks for the code!