Did you know that cloth pads can also be used for those embarrassing "leaks" when coughing or sneezing. With a water resistant barrier you can be confident that it's less likely your pad will leak. As you become more familiar with the amount of absorbency that you need from your pads, you will be able to choose which absorbency will best suit your needs. No pad is totally "leak proof". It depends on your flow and knowing how long before you have to change the pad.