Pad for Providing Support for an Active Woman
A pad is disclosed that may be sewn into women's undergarments to provide support and protection during physical activity. The pad may include a ridge that is configured to support the labia. In one embodiment, the pad is comprised of a flexible laminated foam. According to some embodiments, the pad may prevent an embarrassing appearance for the wearer.
1 . A pad, comprising:
an upper surface having a ridge disposed along a portion of a longitudinal axis thereof; and
a flat lower surface;
wherein the pad is attachable to a crotch portion of a feminine undergarment, and wherein the pad is shaped such that, when inserted into the feminine undergarment and worn by a wearer, conforms to and obscures a shape of the anatomy of the wearer.
2 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein the ridge has a maximum height of 4 millimeters.
3 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein a non-ridge portion of the pad has a thickness of 1 millimeter.
4 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein the ridge has a length of 3 inches.
5 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein the ridge has a maximum width of 1.25 inches.
6 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein the pad comprises flexible laminated foam.
7 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein the pad comprises a breathable, non-toxic, non-yellowing foam.
8 . The pad of claim 1 , wherein when the pad is inserted into the feminine undergarment and worn by a wearer, the pad fills a space between the wearer's labia.
9 . A garment, comprising:
a crotch portion; and
a pad coupled to the crotch portion;
wherein the pad includes a raised central portion operable to support a wearer's labia.
10 . The garment of claim 9 , wherein the crotch portion comprises a moisture-wicking fabric.
11 . The garment of claim 9 , wherein the pad comprises a moisture-wicking foam.
12 . The garment of claim 9 , wherein the pad is coupled to the crotch portion via stitching.
13 . The garment of claim 12 , wherein the stitching is disposed along leg portions of the garment.
14 . The garment of claim 9 , wherein the pad is coupled to the crotch portion via bonding.
15 . The garment of claim 14 , wherein the bonding is disposed along leg portions of the garment.
16 . A garment, comprising:
support means for filling a space between a wearer's labia; and
insertion means for receiving the support means.