Monday, October 8, 2012

Consumer Letters from a Regular Mom

I am happy to introduce a new segment to my blog: Consumer Letters from a Regular Mom. Periodically, I will write letters to companies to offer suggestions on ways to improve their product. Moms make up the biggest consumer group so I believe companies should hear what we have to say about their products. Hope you enjoy!

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Dear Tampon Manufacturers,

I have been a faithful customer for over two decades now. For the most part, I am happy with your product line and will continue my patronage for as long as my girly underneathy bits require your business. I have witnessed several product upgrades through the years. With 250+ purchases under my belt, I consider myself a bit of a tampon connoisseur. Long gone are the days of bulky packaging and pale pink wrappers stuffed in my purse. I appreciate your new sleek, aerodynamic designs. I can continue to carry my cute handbag instead of pulling out a rucksack to cart around my menstrual survival kit. Unfortunately, I have found a serious flaw in your latest packaging design. I am a mother of two young girls who have a bit of a sweet tooth. If I foolishly open my purse within their line of sight, I am bombarded with requests to share what they believe is candy. I think you've missed the mark on helping a gal keep her visit from Aunt Flo on the down-low. There is nothing discreet about my menses whilst out in public when my kid grabs a fun-sized tampon from my bag and waves it around begging if she could please, please, please have a candy bar! I am already one step away from a hormonal murderous outburst and now I have to try to explain to my 3 year old that she doesn't want "mommy's candy." You are not helping me "Have a Happy Period." Might I suggest a new design? Perhaps you can consult the Navy Seals and work together on a wrapper design that is a little more covert or camouflaged, if you will. Take a survey of 2 to 4 year olds and research what they don't like. Work with moms, not against them.

 I took it upon myself to come up with a few prototypes:




You can call them Mompons. Genius, no?

Thank you for your time and consideration with this matter. I look forward to collaborating with you on your next line of feminine care products.

Sincerely,
A Menstrual Mom






8 comments:

  1. OMG!! I love this new blog... it is awesome!! What an awesome way to think about something that is not nice but necessary... I will totally buy your book of stories... Loved it!!

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    1. Dear Anon,
      Thank you so much!
      (Mental Note: Must write book of stories.)
      Love,
      Terese

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  2. hahahahaha...and I thought mine coming out of the wrapper in my purse was an issue. You win.

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    1. Dear Jules,
      Have you tried keeping them in a make-up bag or a side pocket? People won't be able to see the super trendy tampon wrappers when you open your bag, but at least they'll stay intact.
      Thanks for reading!
      Love,
      Terese

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  3. You are hysterical. I love your posts!

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    1. Dear Anon,
      Why, thank you so much! And thank you for reading!!
      Love,
      Terese

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