[Part of my series on Non-Disposable Alternatives to Disposable Items]

I said “out of the box.” And this is almost as out there as you can get.

I was going to post on alternative products for dealing with menstruation, but Myscha Theriault over at WiseBread beat me to the punch with Green for Girls: A Feminine Perspective.

A note to men:
1. If you are squeamish about this sort of thing, don’t read it–it’s a frank discussion.
2. Every woman is different, and their bodies are different. That’s why there are different products. While you can suggest these methods, or mention that you would be supportive of them, please do not attempt to dictate the choice of feminine product to your wife, girlfriend, or daughter. (Not that every man is this bossy, but if you’re this type of guy, this is not the time of month to nag about environmental responsibility.)