Cloth pads have become more of a ritual. I soak them in a red bowl after use. I wash the blood out. The ritual is something I have where my family can see. This is where blood begins to have a different meaning not only to us but to children who see the process.
Blood seems to be associated with punctures, needles, and bullets.
I deal with blood every month that is a natural representative of changes occuring all around us. Blood loses its negative connotation. The birth day Creation of rituals can also extend to holidays and birthdays. Both of these are different since they are filled with expectations and traditions. With the development of your own family, this is the moment to follow your heart and create your own rituals for your kids.