Pad for Providing Support for an Active Woman

Abstract

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.

What is claimed is: 
     
         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.