Reusable hygiene products, etc.

Instead of tampons: a menstrual cup

I recently bought the Diva Cup. It's comfortable and doesn't dry out your vagina, like tampons sometimes do. Also, you can wear it for up to 12 hours at a time and it doesn't cause Toxic Shock Syndrome, which I'm always afraid I'll get because I forget to change my tampon.

Another benefit of getting the Diva Cup is that, at $40ish, it's cheaper than buying disposables because you only replace it once a year. And of course it's better for the environment.

Figure out which brand to buy with this online quiz: Which menstrual cup is right for you?

Instead of pads: cotton pads & pantiliners

It's nice to have these for the lighter days of your period.

They are available on Etsy and Lunapads (Lunapads' are kind of big, so I'd get the smallest size), or you can make them yourself with some old flannel or other fabric. There are a ton of tutorials online.

Instead of tissues: a handkerchief

I recently started keeping a handkerchief in my purse and I love it. You can just wash it in the washing machine every once in a while, and even put it in the dryer. They're $5 at Lunapads, but they're easy to find at thrift stores, so I definitely recommend buying one used.

Instead of paper napkins: cloth napkins

Cloth napkins are cuter and more environmentally friendly. You can just leave them at each person's spot at the table and wash them when they are clearly dirty, instead of after every meal. They are easy to make, find at thrift shops, or buy on Etsy.