This invention relates to a sanitary product (1) for use by women for the absorption of menstrual fluid and such like. The product (1) comprises a plug (2) and a pad (3) joined by a sheath (4). The plug (2) fits comfortably in a vaginal cavity, whilst the pad (3) remains outside the vaginal cavity. The sheath (4) is closed where it joins the plug (2) and extends from an outward end (6) of the plug (2), proximal to the pad (3), both to and through the pad (3). In use, a wearer can insert a finger into the sheath (4) from the outward side (10) of the pad (3) assist with insertion of the plug (2) into the vaginal cavity. A string (12) is provided that extends inside the sheath (4) from the outward end of the plug (2) to aid removal of the product (1).